The 12 Best Day Trips from Santo António
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 Santo António, China, led by Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong. The closest is Tuen Mun, about 55 min by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Santo António at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guangzhou | 106 km N | 1 hr 40 min | Full-day trip |
| Foshan | 101 km NW | 1 hr 35 min | Full-day trip |
| Hong Kong | 65 km E | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| New Territories | 63 km NE | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Huizhou | 135 km NE | 2 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Kowloon | 67 km E | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Jiangmen | 64 km NW | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Zhaoqing | 146 km NW | 2 hr 15 min | Long day or overnight |
| Hong Kong Island | 66 km E | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Luohu District | 72 km NE | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Changsha | 91 km W | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| Tuen Mun | 49 km NE | 55 min | Half-day trip |
Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.
The best day trips from Santo António
- 1
Guangzhou, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 40 min by car106 km north of Santo António3 hr 20 min round tripKnown for 上下九商业步行街.
- 2
Foshan, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 35 min by car101 km north-west of Santo António3 hr 10 min round tripKnown for Hotel near Pho's place.
- 3
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car65 km east of Santo António2 hr 30 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, Sha Tin, Sham Shui Po.
- 4
New Territories, Hong Kong
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car63 km north-east of Santo António2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 落馬洲暸望台 Lok Ma Chau Lookout.
- 5
Huizhou, China
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr 5 min by car135 km north-east of Santo António4 hr 10 min round tripKnown for 千花洲生态景区.
- 6
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car67 km east of Santo António2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 天際100 Sky100.
- 7
Jiangmen, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car64 km north-west of Santo António2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 圭峰山森林公园永镇山门.
- 8
Zhaoqing, China
Long day or overnightAbout 2 hr 15 min by car146 km north-west of Santo António4 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 梅庵.
- 9
Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car66 km east of Santo António2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for 天際100 Sky100.
- 10
Luohu District, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car72 km north-east of Santo António2 hr 50 min round tripKnown for 华强北.
- 11
Changsha, China
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car91 km west of Santo António2 hr 50 min round trip - 12
Tuen Mun, Hong Kong
Half-day tripAbout 55 min by car49 km north-east of Santo António1 hr 50 min round trip
A sample day trip: Santo António to Hong Kong
A realistic pace for Hong Kong, 65 km from Santo António. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Santo António
- 09:45Arrive in Hong Kong (1 hr 15 min drive)
- 10:00Victoria Peak
- 12:00Lunch
- 13:15The Big Bus Company
- 15:00Star Ferry
- 16:30Head back to Santo António
- 17:45Home in Santo António
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Santo António?
- The best day trips from Santo António are Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong, New Territories, Huizhou. The closest is Tuen Mun, about 55 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Santo António?
- Tuen Mun is the closest, 49 km north-east of Santo António, roughly 55 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Santo António?
- One place is within about an hour's drive of Santo António: Tuen Mun (55 min).
- What is the biggest city near Santo António for a day out?
- Guangzhou is the largest city in day-trip range, 106 km north of Santo António and about 1 hr 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Santo António?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Zhaoqing at 146 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.
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