There’s nothing more symbolic of Christmas than a verdant Christmas tree strung with glittering lights, polished baubles and tinsel (for some). But the limitations of our own homes mean that we must sacrifice our deepest desires for maximum Yuletide extravagance for the sake of practicality. After all, we do live in one of the world’s most densely packed vertical cities. So while our Christmas trees make do for those wholesome family gatherings, let’s turn to the city’s most exuberant festive displays for more holiday cheer. 

K11 Musea Dior Christmas Tree

 

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Dior dreams up a white (and gold) Christmas at their Les Tuileries Royal Garden, Carousel of Dreams! This year, the luxury French fashion house has taken over the K11 Musea promenade with a wondrous 15-metre tall Christmas tree adorned with gleaming gilded motifs, and an enchanting carousel that pays tribute to the brand’s signature fragrance silhouettes with a host of Dior lucky stars. The opulent festive display has already taken Hong Kong’s holiday-goers by storm, and those looking for the perfect snapshot know it shines brightest at night.

G/F, Promenade, K11 Musea

Lake House Christmas Village 

 

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Tucked away in the Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve lies the Lake House, a beautiful heritage building that’s been restored to preserve its European architecture. The house is perched on one end of the expansive Lake Egret, and this Christmas, the site has transformed into a festive pet-friendly paradise. Among the various Instagram-worthy themed installations that decorate the compound, the most endearing is perhaps the floating Christmas tree. Set atop a dock in the middle of the Lake Egret, the twinkling 10-metre tree acts as the ultimate centrepiece. Guests can get a closer look via Santa Sleigh paddle boats which don Christmas lights of their own.

Lake Egret, 2 Hung Lam Drive, Tai Po Kau

Tai Kwun Christmas Tree 

 

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The former central police headquarters has transformed into a glorious festive haven complete with contemporary circus performances, nostalgic playground installations, Christmas carols and of course, a gorgeous 12-metre-tall tree. Erected right in the heart of the complex, the Christmas tree is accompanied by a light show every evening throughout the course of the holiday celebrations.

Parade Ground, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Road, Central