The 12 Best Day Trips from Tanzhou

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 Tanzhou, China, led by Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong. The closest is Jiangmen, about 1 hr by car, and 2 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 Tanzhou

  1. 1

    Guangzhou, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km north of Tanzhou

    Known for 上下九商业步行街.

  2. 2

    Foshan, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car92 km north of Tanzhou

    Known for Hotel near Pho's place.

  3. 3

    Hong Kong, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car73 km east of Tanzhou

    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

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car69 km east of Tanzhou

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

  5. 5

    Huizhou, China

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car136 km north-east of Tanzhou

    Known for 千花洲生态景区.

  6. 6

    Kowloon, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car74 km east of Tanzhou

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  7. 7

    Jiangmen, China

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km north-west of Tanzhou

    Known for 圭峰山森林公园永镇山门.

  8. 8

    Zhaoqing, China

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car136 km north-west of Tanzhou

    Known for 梅庵.

  9. 9

    Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car74 km east of Tanzhou

    Known for 天際100 Sky100.

  10. 10

    Luohu District, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car76 km north-east of Tanzhou

    Known for 华强北.

  11. 11

    Changsha, China

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car82 km west of Tanzhou
  12. 12

    Tuen Mun, Hong Kong

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km east of Tanzhou

A sample day: Tanzhou to Hong Kong

  1. 08:30Leave Tanzhou
  2. 09:55Arrive in Hong Kong (1 hr 25 min drive)
  3. 10:10Victoria Peak
  4. 12:10Lunch
  5. 13:25The Big Bus Company
  6. 15:10Star Ferry
  7. 16:40Head back to Tanzhou
  8. 18:05Home in Tanzhou

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Tanzhou?
The best day trips from Tanzhou are Guangzhou, Foshan, Hong Kong, New Territories, Huizhou. The closest is Jiangmen, about 1 hr away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Tanzhou?
Jiangmen is the closest, 54 km north-west of Tanzhou, roughly 1 hr by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Tanzhou?
2 places are within about an hour's drive of Tanzhou: Jiangmen (1 hr), Tuen Mun (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Tanzhou for a day out?
Guangzhou is the largest city in day-trip range, 98 km north of Tanzhou and about 1 hr 30 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Tanzhou?
For a weekend away from Tanzhou, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Zhaoqing (136 km, 2 hr 10 min), Huizhou (136 km, 2 hr 10 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Tanzhou?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Zhaoqing at 136 km, around 2 hr 10 min by car.

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