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Hmmm.....let's see. You can try and check out one of the outlying islands but it may be a bit chilly that time of year (rainy too). Take a boat ride from either Central Ferry or Yau Ma Tei ( I think, I'm not sure) and check out one of the many outlying islands. There are like old fishing villages and stuff like that, shrimp farms.
You could always do a day trip to Macau, rent a bike or hike a bit. I like biking around Macau, into the quieter neighborhoods away from the gambling spots, checking out churches, architecture etc, and having lunch (Portuguese Chicken) and maybe picking up a bottle of wine. If you like gambling (it's not Vegas at all but it may have changed) the Hotel Balboa is neat to check out. There's an interesting variety of "female companionship" around, Russians, Portuguese, East Europeans, Asians etc. Check out the lower level.
Hong Kong is a lot of shopping type stuff. But you always head up to New Territories. The MTR goes direct there now, no need to change to the KCR. Get off Shatin and walk towards Ikea (out of the station), there's a small hike up a hill to the 10,000 Buddhas Monastery/temple.
Or, get off at the race track. (closed Mondays, I think) walk into the middle of the track (there's a tunnel) and it's a wildlife bird santuary. Really cool. There's a freakin' wildlife paradise in the middle of the race track!
You know, you also might want to consider crossing the border into Shenzhen (China) for the day.
I'm a bit rusty but I hope this helps a bit. It's just a loose guide.
Goo Luck and have fun!
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