Originally Posted by
FlyerfromORD
Lantau Island with big Buddha is very "Disney-like". If it appeals to you, you can't go wrong visiting, but with two days, more authenticity may be what you want. Tai O is fascinating and probably a vanishing way of life, but transport will require a large time allocation. I don't recommend either site in rainy weather.
I wouldn't say big Buddha is "Disney-Like"...it is very touristy though like the peak without the fabulous view. There's also a monastery there too. I remember going there by ferry before the cable car and the airport was built. Tai O is about a 20 mins bus ride down to/from the village. Take bus 21, departs every hour from the village and from Tai O.