Developed by Sun Hung Kai Properties, New Town Plaza was the biggest shopping centre in the New Territories when it opened in the early 1980s. It has remained one of Sha Tin’s main landmarks for retail and eating out.
The complex covers about 200,000 square metres and is made up of Phase 1 and Phase 3, which are connected to each other. It also includes Grand Central Plaza, which is less than one kilometre from Phase 1.
Phase 1 went through extensive renovation from 2003 to 2008, giving it a more updated feel while keeping its role as a central, all-in-one mall for the area.
What to See at New Town Plaza#
- Phase 1, the core part of the complex and the section renovated in 2003 to 2008.
- Phase 3, connected to Phase 1 and forming part of the main indoor mall circuit.
- The internal links between Phase 1 and Phase 3, useful for understanding how the complex is laid out.
- Grand Central Plaza, a related part of the overall plaza complex located under a kilometre from Phase 1.
- Views of the Sha Tin town centre area immediately around the mall entrances, which show how central it is to the district.
Nearby Attractions to New Town Plaza#
Best Time to Visit New Town Plaza#
Weekday daytime is usually the calmest for browsing and eating, while evenings and weekends are livelier and busier. If you want a quieter visit, go earlier in the day and avoid peak dinner hours.
Weather & Climate near New Town Plaza#
New Town Plaza's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) - Humid Subtropical (Dry Winter) climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2198 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 12° - 18° | 15° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| February | Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 47 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.3h |
| March | Good | 16° - 21° | 19° | 73 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 25° | 22° | 167 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 23° - 28° | 26° | 312 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 361 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Good | 26° - 31° | 34° | 357 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 26° - 31° | 34° | 398 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.7 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| September | Good | 25° - 30° | 30° | 266 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 22° - 28° | 25° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| November | Excellent | 17° - 24° | 21° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| December | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.4 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
How to Get to New Town Plaza#
New Town Plaza is in Sha Tin town centre, so it is easiest to reach by public transport via Sha Tin’s main rail and bus connections. From the station area, follow signs for the town centre shopping complexes and walk through covered routes where available.
Taxis and ride-hails are straightforward in Sha Tin, and the mall’s central position makes it easy to combine with other stops in the district on foot.
Tips for Visiting New Town Plaza#
- If you are visiting multiple parts, note that Phase 1 and Phase 3 are connected, while Grand Central Plaza is a separate walk of under one kilometre.
- Use the mall as a weather-proof stop in hot, humid summers or during rain.
- Allow extra time at weekends, when town-centre malls in Hong Kong tend to be busiest.
- If you are meeting someone, pick a clear phase and entrance in advance to avoid confusion in such a large complex.