Find out which bouldering and indoor rock climbing gyms come out on top for us!
Since the first few bouldering gyms landed in the city, the climbing sport has certainly grown in popularity. Now climbers are spoiled for choice when it comes to deciding which wall to top next. Whether you’re looking for a convenient location, a wide variety of routes, training facilities or a good introductory class to get you started, we’ve got a range of gyms to choose from to suit climbers of all levels. So strap on your climbing shoes, here’s our pick of the top bouldering and indoor climbing gyms in Hong Kong.
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Bouldering Basics: Different Types Of Rock Climbing
But first, for the uninitiated, here are the three main types of climbing that will be mentioned to help you decide where to begin:
Bouldering: Bouldering involves climbing up walls without a harness, and because of this, it’s usually limited to shorter and lower climbs. The routes are climbed over a soft crash pad which allows climbers to safely jump down after completing a route. There’s both indoor and outdoor bouldering.
Top-roping: Top-roping is a style of climbing where the climber is attached to a rope, which is then passed through an anchor at the top of the route and fed to the belayer who assists the climber from the ground. This is also done both indoors and outdoors.
Lead climbing: Lead climbing is where one climber follows another. The lead climber wears a harness attached to a rope, which is connected to the other climbers. As the leader climbs upwards, they attach their rope to anchors on the wall for safety, just in case there’s a fall, and the other climbers follow. This is predominately done outdoors.
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n Bouldering
n Bouldering is one of the newer hip bouldering gyms on Hong Kong Island. While smaller than most other climbing gyms in the city, it features a seven-metre long overhanging wall with a 55 degree incline, not to mention an elevated view of the bustling city below. A nice touch is shoe rental is free for new members with a day pass.
How much: Day Pass – $250 ($170 for students), weekly and share passes available
n Bouldering, 24/F, Success Commercial Building, 245-251 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 6060 1257, www.n-bouldering.com
Verm City
Verm City was one of the first bouldering gyms to be set up in Hong Kong, pioneering the sport as the perfect after-work stress reliever. The Quarry Bay climbing gym spans an impressive 20,000 square feet, comprising a moon board, training area, weights section and lounge area complete with a kiosk and free wifi.
How much: Day Pass– $280 ($220 for students), monthly and annual passes available
Verm City, 4/F, Kodak House 1, 321 Java Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong, 2560 8128, www.vermcity.com
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Campus Climbing
This boutique bouldering gym in Jordan is a great option for beginners, offering first-time visitors a day pass and shoe rental for just $150. The routes are nice and varied here, with a range of problems suitable for both novice and advanced climbers. If your arms need a break, you can grab a book or a board game and chill on a beanbag.
How much: Day Pass – $180
Campus Climbing, 1/F, Jade Suites Podium, 600 Jordan, Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 9010 7250, www.facebook.com/campusclimbinghk
The Player Climbingym
Located just a stone’s throw away from Mei Foo MTR station, The Player Climbingym features 10,000 square feet of bouldering walls studded with a range of routes, as well as a 4.5 metre-tall top rope climbing wall. Need someone to show you the ropes? The professional instructors on the floor are always happy to give you some guidance.
How much: Day Pass – $288 ($218 for students), monthly and annual passes available
The Player Climbingym, 6B & 6B1, UG/F, Lai Chi Kok Bay Garden, 272 Lai King Hill Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 6380 0112, www.theplayerclimbing.com
Keep Climbing Gym
Keep Climbing Gym is a hidden gem amongst climbing enthusiasts in Hong Kong. Being conveniently tucked away in the heart of Sheung Wan allows Island dwellers to sneak in a lunchtime workout with maximum results. Though on the smaller side, Keep Climbing Gym has a strong community vibe between regulars. Routes are also changed frequently here, making up for its size.
How much: Day Pass– $200 ($170 for students)
Keep Climbing Gym, Unit 6, 2/F, Wayson Commercial Building, 28 Connaught Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, 3619 7166, www.facebook.com/keepclimbinggym
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Hong Kong Climbing Park
Hong Kong Climbing Park is one of the largest climbing facilities in the city, with a total of five zones: lead zone, bouldering zone, ninja warrior zone, training zone and the dining area. Though it’s fully indoors and air-conditioned, glass ceilings let in ample natural light and create a great sense of openness. The gym also offers climbing courses, certificate courses, fitness courses and yoga studio rental.
How much: One Zone Day Pass – $218; One Zone Pass (Monday to Friday) – $258; All Zone Day Pass – $248; All Zone Pass (Weekends) – $288, two-hour, monthly, annual and share passes available
Hong Kong Climbing Park, Level 2, Belair Gardens Shopping Arcade Phase 2, 52 Tai Chung Kiu Road, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong, 3708 9075, www.hkclimbingpark.com
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Project_ climb & boulder HK
Project Underscore provides an inviting space for climbers to strive towards their personal goals. At the centre of the gym is a large column of overhanging routes and you can find easier vertical routes along the back walls. You’ll also find a separate space for yoga practice and an area for chilling where you can treat yourself to some coffee after your session.
How much: Day Pass – $220 ($180 for students), monthly and annual passes available
Project_ climb & boulder HK, Room 11, 2/F, 32 Lam Hing Street Metro Centre I, Kowloon Bay, Kowloon, Hong Kong, www.projectunderscorehk.com
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Just Climb
Nope, your eyes don’t deceive you, that’s Olympic gold medalist Janja Garnbret climbing at this Hong Kong bouldering gym. With multiple location across the city, Just Climb offers convenience for those on Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. On top of having a wide variety of route styles (modern routes to more technical climbs), Just Climb also offers a party hosting service.
How much: Day Pass – $278 ($248 for students), weekly, annual and share passes available
Just Climb, various locations across Hong Kong, WhatsApp: 6499 4188, justclimb.hk
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Attic V
Attic V is run by seasoned climbers Joanna and Gwei who have a combined climbing experience of over 40 years’ under their belts. Located just a five-minute walk away from Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, this gym is convenient for those of us hoping to squeeze in a climbing session after work. Attic V offers a range of courses on the sport as well as a lounge area for you to relax in between climbs.
How much: Day Pass – $150 ($130 for students)
Attic V, Shop E, G/F Derrick Industrial Building, 49 Wong Chuk Hang Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 3101 2918, www.atticv.com.hk
Editor’s Note: “The Best Bouldering & Indoor Rock Climbing Gyms In Hong Kong” was most recently updated by Nicole Moraleda in July 2024.
Main image courtesy of Verm City via Instagram, image 1 courtesy of n Bouldering via Instagram, image 2 courtesy of Verm City via Instagram, image 3 courtesy of Campus Climbing via Facebook, image 4 courtesy of The Player Climbingym via Instagram, image 5 courtesy of Keep Climbing Gym via Instagram, image 6 courtesy of Hong Kong Climbing Park via Instagram, image 7 courtesy of Project_ climb & boulder HK via Instagram, image 8 courtesy of Just Climb via Instagram, image 9 courtesy of Attic V via Instagram.