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During Labour Day Golden Week (1–5 May 2025), major sightseeing attractions, in-town and cross-boundary transportation, and border crossings in Hong Kong may have special operating hours and arrangements. Inbound and outbound travellers are advised to take note of the following information to assist in planning their itinerary:
To ensure a hassle-free trip, kindly check the latest weather forecast. Instant weather information can be obtained by downloading the MyObservatory app or visiting the Hong Kong Observatory website.
1) Major sightseeing attractions opening hours
There will be plenty of experiences to explore from morning till night during Labour Day Golden Week (1–5 May 2025). To ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience throughout this period please plan your itineraries in advance as the opening hours of major attractions may be subject to adjustments.
For detailed information, please click here.
2) Public transportation
To ensure a seamless experience during Labour Day Golden Week, several public transportations will enhance their services and extend their operating hours. The following outlines the special arrangements for major public transportation services:
Passengers are advised that traffic volume during Labour Day Golden Week may be higher than usual, and the operating hours and frequency of public transportation may be subject to adjustments. To stay informed about the latest service arrangements, please refer to official websites, apps, or customer service hotlines.
During Labour Day Golden Week (1 – 5 May), East Rail Line train services will be enhanced. During this time, train frequencies to and from Lok Ma Chau will increase to approximately every 7.5 to 10 minutes, while services to Lo Wu will be boosted to about every 5 minutes. For more details, please click here.
3) Boundary-crossing services
China Travel Tours Transportation Services Hong Kong Limited
+852 3604 0118
Eternal East Cross-Border Coach Mgt. Limited
+852 3760 0888
Shum Kong Wing Lee Cross Border Bus Co. Ltd.
+852 2397 0333
The Motor Transport Company of Guangdong and Hong Kong Limited
+852 2317 7900 /
+852 2739 1728
Trans-Island Chinalink Bus Company Limited
+852 2979 8778
Other cross-boundary coach operators:
Transport Department – Enquiries on Cross Boundary Coach Services
For more information on land-based cross boundary transport, please visit the Transport Department website or download the HKeMobility app.
Download the Immigration Department app to check the estimated queuing information at each land boundary control points to facilitate travel arrangements and reduce queuing time. Click here to check the passenger traffic at each control point.
4) 1 May Drone Show Vantage points
The best vantage point to view the Drone Show on 1 May is at the Wan Chai Temporary Promenade, as there will be no visibility from Kowloon. Please note that the show may be rescheduled, delayed or cancelled due to weather conditions. For the latest updates, check this page.
5) Tips for exploring the great outdoors
- The East Dam area of High Island Reservoir is popular during Labour Day Golden Week. Plan your visit with the latest traffic updates, allow enough time for transportation and be patient with public transport. You can walk along the MacLehose Trail (Section 1) from Pak Tam Chung to East Dam or vice versa, which takes about 2.5 hours one way. For route details, please visit the AFCD’s website.
- To reach Po Pin Chau viewing platform, start at the trail head opposite to the East Dam 9A minibus stop and follow the High Island Geo Trail to the viewpoint, then return the same way. The round trip takes about 2 hours. The round trip takes about 2 hours. For route details, visit the AFCD’s website.
- To safeguard the environment, there may not be refuse collection bins along the hiking trails, including at East Dam. Visitors are encouraged to take their litter away and avoid littering, as this may be liable to prosecution.
Additional outdoor information:
Hong Kong has rich green tourism resources, with outdoor scenery close to urban areas. Click here to explore from various angles.
If camping in country parks, comply with legal restrictions by setting up tents or fires only in designated campsites. For more details, please visit the AFCD’s website.
The information in this page is for reference only and is subject to change without prior notice. Please check with the respective attractions and operators for the most up-to-date information.
While the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this document, HKTB accepts no responsibility for the suitability of third-party products and services, any obsolescence, errors or omissions contained therein.