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Sha Tau Kok, Hong Kong

Sha Tau Kok is a border-area town in Hong Kong’s northeastern New Territories, with a different access regime from nearby mainland Shatoujiao. Plan it as a permitted excursion.

Why go

The town offers a close view of how the Hong Kong–Shenzhen boundary shaped local streets and movement. Its frontier setting and quieter townscape reward an interest in border history more than a conventional city stroll. The separate rules around nearby Chung Ying Street also show why a visit here needs careful planning before crossing from Shenzhen.

What to look for

Sha Tau Kok sits on Hong Kong’s side of the border.
The nearby Chung Ying Street boundary has a separate access arrangement.

Useful to know

Apply through the Hong Kong Police tourism permit process and confirm current conditions before travel.
Enter Hong Kong through a currently operating crossing; Sha Tau Kok Control Point passenger clearance is suspended.
Do not assume the Hong Kong Sha Tau Kok permit includes Chung Ying Street.

Your next visit

Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.

Outdoor visit · 30–45 min

World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.

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Opening information

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Asia/Shanghai · Oct 1, 2026 / Oct 31, 2026

Monday: 07:00–21:00
Tuesday: 07:00–21:00
Wednesday: 07:00–21:00
Thursday: 07:00–21:00
Friday: 07:00–21:00
Saturday: 07:00–21:00
Sunday: 07:00–21:00

Official visitor information

Original World content and translations, shown as supplied. Practical information may need updating.

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