The 12 Best Day Trips from San Tung Chung Hang

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 12 good day trips from San Tung Chung Hang, Hong Kong, led by Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong. The closest is Hong Kong, about 35 min by car, and 7 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 12 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from San Tung Chung Hang

  1. 1

    Guangzhou, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car117 km north-west of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 上下九商业步行街.

  2. 2

    Foshan, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 50 min by car118 km north-west of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for Hotel near Pho's place.

  3. 3

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km east of San Tung Chung Hang

    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.
  4. 4

    New Territories, Hong Kong

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km north-east of San Tung Chung Hang

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

  5. 5

    Huizhou, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car104 km north-east of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 千花洲生态景区.

  6. 6

    Kowloon, Hong Kong

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car25 km east of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  7. 7

    Zhuhai, China

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car39 km west of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 東方基金會會址 Casa Garden.

  8. 8

    Jiangmen, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car95 km west of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 圭峰山森林公园永镇山门.

  9. 9

    Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car25 km east of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  10. 10

    Luohu District, China

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car36 km north-east of San Tung Chung Hang

    Known for 华强北.

  11. 11

    Changsha, China

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car130 km west of San Tung Chung Hang
  12. 12

    Macau, Macao

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car42 km west of San Tung Chung Hang

A sample day: San Tung Chung Hang to Hong Kong

  1. 08:30Leave San Tung Chung Hang
  2. 09:05Arrive in Hong Kong (35 min drive)
  3. 09:20Victoria Peak
  4. 11:20Lunch
  5. 12:35The Big Bus Company
  6. 14:20Star Ferry
  7. 15:50Head back to San Tung Chung Hang
  8. 16:25Home in San Tung Chung Hang

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from San Tung Chung Hang?
The best day trips from San Tung Chung Hang are Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong, New Territories, Huizhou. The closest is Hong Kong, about 35 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from San Tung Chung Hang?
Hong Kong is the closest, 24 km east of San Tung Chung Hang, roughly 35 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of San Tung Chung Hang?
7 places are within about an hour's drive of San Tung Chung Hang: Hong Kong (35 min), New Territories (35 min), Kowloon (40 min), Hong Kong Island (40 min), Luohu District (40 min), Zhuhai (45 min).
What is the biggest city near San Tung Chung Hang for a day out?
Guangzhou is the largest city in day-trip range, 117 km north-west of San Tung Chung Hang and about 1 hr 50 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from San Tung Chung Hang?
For a weekend away from San Tung Chung Hang, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Changsha (130 km, 2 hr), Foshan (118 km, 1 hr 50 min), Guangzhou (117 km, 1 hr 50 min), Huizhou (104 km, 1 hr 40 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from San Tung Chung Hang?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Changsha at 130 km, around 2 hr by car.

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