Many will say that not much happens around Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). While you have Hong Kong Disneyland a few train stops away, the Big Buddha in nearby Tung Chung and the sometime event or concert at AsiaWorld Expo, most people will agree that all the action is centred in either Kowloon or Hong Kong Island. But all that is about to change with Skytopia.
Positioned as the new brand vision for Hong Kong’s airport city blueprint, Skytopia promises to transform one of the busiest airports in the world into a dynamic mini-city that blends business, leisure, and entertainment.
Slated for completion in stages between 2026 and 2031, Skytopia will offer a world-class mix of business and leisure options. Planned features include luxury hotels, a marine resort, business centres for corporate events, sportainment venues for indoor and outdoor activities, and a massive water park with slides and inflatables. A vibrant food market, Jet Fresh, will offer fresh produce from around the world, while Coveside will serve as a diverse dining stretch. The retailtainment venue, 11 Skies, is also nearing completion.
Skytopia will also cater to the elite, with a 200-hectare marina for large and small vessels. VIP guests will disembark from private jets at an upgraded terminal, enjoy services at a VIP lounge, and even board private yachts. An exclusive art hub will offer secure storage for valuable art and collectibles, accessible through the HKIA VIP Lounge for added privacy.
To connect Skytopia with Hong Kong and beyond, a 1.5-kilometre promenade and footbridge will link the developments, allowing travellers on layovers to explore. A robust bus-rail-road transport system will offer easy access to nearby attractions like Tung Chung, City Gate outlets, and direct links to the HZMB Bridge for travel to Macau.
At the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s (HKTB) Tourism Overview 2025 presentation, Cissy Chan, executive director at the Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), detailed the government’s ongoing efforts to develop expansive land and water areas around HKIA. This master-planned development is set to create a unique space where travellers and residents can work, play, and unwind.
In addition, the city has more immediate plans to boost traveller arrivals this year, including celebrating Hong Kong Disneyland’s 20th anniversary and the first birthday of the still unnamed panda twins at Ocean Park. HKTB’s executive director Dane Cheng also mentioned the launch of a new Symphony of Lights show in the second half of the year as part of a quick round-up of attractions and mega-events to expect in Hong Kong in 2025.
