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The 13 Best Day Trips from New Territories
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 13 good day trips from New Territories, Hong Kong, led by Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong. The closest is Hong Kong, about 25 min by car, and 4 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from New Territories at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou | 117 km NW | 1 hr 50 min | Full-day trip |
| Foshan | 121 km NW | 1 hr 55 min | Full-day trip |
| Hong Kong | 18 km S | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Huizhou | 83 km N | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
| Zhuhai | 58 km W | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Jiangmen | 107 km W | 1 hr 40 min | Full-day trip |
| Hong Kong Island | 19 km SE | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| Changsha | 147 km W | 2 hr 20 min | Long day or overnight |
| Macau | 63 km SW | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Shanwei | 133 km E | 2 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Tseung Kwan O | 18 km SE | 25 min | Half-day trip |
| Shiqi | 75 km W | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Gongheyong | 49 km NW | 55 min | Half-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from New Territories
- 1
Guangzhou, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 50 min by car117 km north-west of New Territories3 hr 40 min round tripKnown for 上下九商业步行街.
- 2
Foshan, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 55 min by car121 km north-west of New Territories3 hr 50 min round tripKnown for Hotel near Pho's place.
- 3
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car18 km south of New Territories50 min round tripWhat 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.
- 4
Huizhou, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car83 km north of New Territories2 hr 40 min round tripKnown for 千花洲生态景区.
- 5
Zhuhai, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car58 km west of New Territories2 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 東方基金會會址 Casa Garden.
Also nearby: Tanzhou.
- 6
Jiangmen, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 40 min by car107 km west of New Territories3 hr 20 min round tripKnown for 圭峰山森林公园永镇山门.
- 7
Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car19 km south-east of New Territories1 hr round tripKnown for 天際100 Sky100.
- 8
Changsha, China
Long day or overnightAbout 2 hr 20 min by car147 km west of New Territories4 hr 40 min round trip - 9
Macau, Macao
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car63 km south-west of New Territories2 hr 30 min round trip - 10
Shanwei, China
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr 5 min by car133 km east of New Territories4 hr 10 min round trip - 11
Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong
Half-day tripAbout 25 min by car18 km south-east of New Territories50 min round trip - 12
Shiqi, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car75 km west of New Territories2 hr 50 min round trip - 13
Gongheyong, China
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car49 km north-west of New Territories1 hr 50 min round trip
A sample day trip: New Territories to Hong Kong
A realistic pace for Hong Kong, 18 km from New Territories. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave New Territories
- 08:55Arrive in Hong Kong (25 min drive)
- 09:10Victoria Peak
- 11:10Lunch
- 12:25The Big Bus Company
- 14:10Star Ferry
- 15:40Head back to New Territories
- 16:05Home in New Territories
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from New Territories?
- The best day trips from New Territories are Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong, Huizhou, Zhuhai. The closest is Hong Kong, about 25 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from New Territories?
- Hong Kong is the closest, 18 km south of New Territories, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of New Territories?
- 4 places are within about an hour's drive of New Territories: Hong Kong (25 min), Tseung Kwan O (25 min), Hong Kong Island (30 min), Gongheyong (55 min).
- What is the biggest city near New Territories for a day out?
- Guangzhou is the largest city in day-trip range, 117 km north-west of New Territories and about 1 hr 50 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from New Territories?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Changsha at 147 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.
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