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The 12 Best Day Trips from Danshui

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 12 good day trips from Danshui, China, led by Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong. The closest is Huizhou, about 40 min by car, and 2 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Danshui at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Guangzhou130 km W2 hrFull-day trip
Foshan139 km W2 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Hong Kong65 km SW1 hr 15 minFull-day trip
New Territories55 km SW1 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Huizhou35 km N40 minHalf-day trip
Kowloon61 km SW1 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Zhuhai109 km SW1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Jiangmen144 km W2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Hong Kong Island66 km SW1 hr 15 minFull-day trip
Luohu District44 km SW50 minHalf-day trip
Macau116 km SW1 hr 50 minFull-day trip
Shanwei90 km E1 hr 25 minFull-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Danshui

  1. 1

    Guangzhou, China

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km west of Danshui4 hr round trip

    Known for 上下九商业步行街.

  2. 2

    Foshan, China

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car139 km west of Danshui4 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for Hotel near Pho's place.

  3. 3

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car65 km south-west of Danshui2 hr 30 min round trip

    What travelers see in Hong Kong

    • Victoria Peak - Victoria Peak offers breathtaking views of Hong Kong's skyline and harbor, making it a must-visit landmark for scenic photography.
    • The Big Bus Company - The Big Bus Company offers a unique hop-on hop-off tour experience, allowing visitors to explore Hong Kong's iconic sights at their own pace.
    • Star Ferry - The Star Ferry offers breathtaking views of Hong Kong's skyline while providing a unique historical experience since 1888.

    Also nearby: Victoria, Tuen Mun, Sha Tin.

    1 traveler itineraryThings to do in Hong Kong
  4. 4

    New Territories, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car55 km south-west of Danshui2 hr 10 min round trip

    Known for 落馬洲暸望台 Lok Ma Chau Lookout.

  5. 5

    Huizhou, China

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car35 km north of Danshui1 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 千花洲生态景区.

  6. 6

    Kowloon, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car61 km south-west of Danshui2 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  7. 7

    Zhuhai, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car109 km south-west of Danshui3 hr 20 min round trip

    Known for 東方基金會會址 Casa Garden.

  8. 8

    Jiangmen, China

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car144 km west of Danshui4 hr 30 min round trip

    Known for 圭峰山森林公园永镇山门.

  9. 9

    Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car66 km south-west of Danshui2 hr 30 min round trip

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  10. 10

    Luohu District, China

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car44 km south-west of Danshui1 hr 40 min round trip

    Known for 华强北.

  11. 11

    Macau, Macao

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car116 km south-west of Danshui3 hr 40 min round trip
  12. 12

    Shanwei, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car90 km east of Danshui2 hr 50 min round trip

A sample day trip: Danshui to Hong Kong

A realistic pace for Hong Kong, 65 km from Danshui. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 08:30Leave Danshui
  2. 09:45Arrive in Hong Kong (1 hr 15 min drive)
  3. 10:00Victoria Peak
  4. 12:00Lunch
  5. 13:15The Big Bus Company
  6. 15:00Star Ferry
  7. 16:30Head back to Danshui
  8. 17:45Home in Danshui

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Danshui?
The best day trips from Danshui are Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong, New Territories, Huizhou. The closest is Huizhou, about 40 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Danshui?
Huizhou is the closest, 35 km north of Danshui, roughly 40 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Danshui?
2 places are within about an hour's drive of Danshui: Huizhou (40 min), Luohu District (50 min).
What is the biggest city near Danshui for a day out?
Guangzhou is the largest city in day-trip range, 130 km west of Danshui and about 2 hr by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Danshui?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Jiangmen at 144 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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