Hong Kong seniors enjoy free travel and entry on Elderly Day
On Elderly Day, Hong Kong residents aged 65 and above can ride MTR, buses and trams for free, while those aged 60 and above get free access to Leisure and Cultural Services Department museums and pools. Attractions including the Peak Tram and Ocean Park also offer free admission.
Today is Elderly Day in Hong Kong, and seniors are entitled to a range of discounts on public transport, attractions and leisure facilities.
Residents aged 65 or above can travel free of charge on the MTR, Light Rail, Kowloon Motor Bus, Citybus, Long Win Bus and New Lantao Bus when using a Joyful Card, Senior Octopus or Personalised Octopus. Tram rides are also free for seniors who present their Senior Card or identity card.
Star Ferry offers free passage to seniors and one accompanying person upon presentation of a Senior Card or identity card. Attractions including the Peak Tram, Ocean Park, Hong Kong Observation Wheel and Hong Kong Wetland Park provide free entry for elderly visitors.
Leisure and Cultural Services Department museums and swimming pools are open free of charge to visitors aged 60 or above who hold a Joyful Card, Senior Card or identity card. The Hong Kong Science Museum and Hong Kong Space Museum also offer free admission for seniors and one accompanying person.