Macao
Experience
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites and discover various modern Attractions across the city. Hop on the Macao Light Rapid Transit to experience the diverse Gastronomy and vibrant Entertainment scene of Macao, China!
The Macao Peninsula
The Macao Peninsula encompasses the older part of the city, making it rich in history and cultural heritage. Here is where you find The Historic Centre of Macao, home to over twenty UNESCO Heritage Sites sprawling across the Peninsula, and many unique must-visit landmarks.
Starting from the east of the peninsula…
Macao Grand Prix Museum（澳門大賽車博物館）
A lover of racing and motorsports? Be careful or you might find yourself lost in the Grand Prix Museum, where 70 years of Macao's most exhilarating races unfold!
Come face-to-face with Madame Tussauds Hong Kong’s wax figures of revered racing stars such as John Macdonald, Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel, experience the adrenaline rush on a wide variety of simulators and interactive games that take you straight to the racing circuit, and get up close and personal with exhibitions featuring formula race cars and motorcycles once ruled the roads of the Grand Prix annual competitions.
Make your driver dream come true! Visit Macao Grand Prix Museum
*note: The Macau Grand Prix is usually held at the Guia Circuit from the second or third Thursday to Sunday in November of every year. Subscribe to stay updated
Moving on to the central and southern part of the peninsula…
Over 20 monuments and urban squares steeped in centuries of history, this area is where visitors explore the fascinating stories behind these magnificent heritages and experience the vibrant cultural tapestry that has evolved over four centuries of coexistence.
Guia Fortress （東望洋炮台）
The perfect stop for history buffs!
An early 20th-century military tunnel, the first modern lighthouse on the Chinese coast, and the Guia Chapel depicting a mixture of religious and mythical Western and Chinese themes; prepare yourself for a journey to Macao’s maritime, military and missionary past!
Casa Garden（東方基金會會址）
Macao's first-ever luxury mansion since the late 18th century, its well-preserved European interiors offers a glimpse into the destination’s intertwined history with Portugal and Europe.
With a stroke of luck, you might even chance upon art exhibitions hosted within, a remarkable opportunity to marvel at both the house and the talents it showcases.
Nearby World Heritages:
St. Anthony’s Church（聖安多尼教堂）
Mount Fortress （大炮台）
A short stroll eastward from the iconic Ruins of Saint Paul leads to the impressive structure of Mount Fortress.
The fortress’ watchtowers, strong walls, and 32 cannons poised along the parapets serve as a reminder of Macao’s formidable spirit and the beginning of South China coastal fortifications – they also make a perfect picturesque spot for check-in snapshots!
Today, Mount Fortress also houses the Macao Museum, where the city’s rich history comes to life. Don’t miss the chance to visit this landmark.
Ruins of Saint Paul（大三巴牌坊）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
The Ruins of Saint Paul is undoubtedly one of, if not the most iconic, Macao must-visit sites.
Now serves symbolically as the altar of Macao, the Ruins are what is left of what was once the biggest Catholic Church in East Asia.
The sculptured motifs overlooking the Company of Jesus’ Square adorns all 5 levels of the Ruins including biblical images, Chinese-style Lions, bronze statues of founding Jesuit saints of the Company of Jesus, Carved chrysanthemums, and many more impressive designs that carry with them rich historical significance.
Nearby World Heritages & Hotspots:
Travessa da Paixão（戀愛巷）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Rua de Cinco de Outubro（十月初五街）
📸🍴 Insta & Foodie Hotspot!
Pork Chop Bun
📍Da Lei Lai Kei（大利來記豬扒包）
Biscuit Mousse/ Serradura
📍Albergue 1601
Egg Tart
📍 Cafe Chion Chau（滄洲咖啡小食）
Company of Jesus’ Square
（耶穌會紀念廣場）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Na Tcha Temple（哪吒廟）
Holy House of Mercy & Senado Square （仁慈堂大樓 & 議事亭前地）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
'Leal Senado' Building, now known as IAM Building（民政總署大樓）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Visit Leal Senado, where Macao most crucial decisions have been made since 1784. As the enduring municipal chamber, Leal Senado continues to shape the course of this city’s future.
For history enthusiasts, political aficionados, and art admirers alike, a trip to Leal Senado promises a rounded experience. You may visit the art gallery displaying incredible Chinese artworks, the ceremonial meeting room and the Municipal Council Chamber, and admire Azulejo, the Portuguese blue tiles which represent the harmonious co-existence of Chinese and Portuguese cultures.
Nearby, the iconic Senado Square is a bustling hub of activity, hosting vibrant celebrations, lively flea markets, and captivating performances. One can enjoy the festive atmosphere, surrounded by a stunning array of historical, European-styled monuments that have withstood the test of time.
Nearby World Heritages & Hotspots:
Grand Lisboa Hotel
Lou Kau Mansion（盧家大屋）
St. Dominic’s Church（玫瑰堂）
🍴 Foodie Hotspots:
Bean Curd Pudding at 📍Ving Kei Tofu and Noodles（榮記豆腐麵食）
Wonton Noodles at 📍Chu Kei Noodles（黃枝記粥麵）
Pork Chop Buns at 📍Cafe Kam Ma Lon (金馬輪咖啡餅店)
Gelato at 📍Lemoncello Gelato (檸檬車露)
Dom Pedro V Theatre （崗頂劇院）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Built in the mid-19th century, this European-style theatre continues to be a special venue for a myriad of performances and events, keeping its historic charm alive throughout the years.
Painted in sage green with white trims, the picturesque facade provides a stunning backdrop that offers a glimpse into the city's past while also serving as a delightful spot for memorable photoshoots.
Celebrate the legacy of the Dom Pedro V Theatre and the vibrant performing arts scene it continues to nurture in the heart of Macao. Visit Dom Pedro V Theatre
Sir Robert Ho Tung Library（何東圖書館大樓）
A three-story mansion crafted in Macanese architecture, a combination of traditional Chinese-influence interiors and a Western-style open courtyard – Sir Robert Ho Tung Library truly is a sight for sore eyes.
Constructed in the 19th century, The once-mansion Library’s extensive collection ranges from ancient books to audiovisual materials and provides visitors with access to over 100,000 books. Beyond its role as a repository of knowledge, Sir Robert Ho Tung Library also dedicates space to leisure activities and fostering a culture of learning. Take a relaxing stroll around Sir Robert Ho Tung Library.
Nearby World Heritages & Hotspots:
St. Augustine’s Square & St. Augustine’s Church（崗頂前地 & 聖老楞佐教堂）
St. Joseph’s Seminary & Church（聖若瑟修院大樓及聖堂）
🍴 Foodie Hotspot:
Pork Chop Buns at 📍Sei Kee Cafe (世紀咖啡)
LRT
Barra
A-Ma Temple & Barra Square（媽閣廟＆媽閣廟前地）
Nestled within São Lourenço, A-Ma Temple predates the city of Macao itself; its earliest structure dates back to 1488. Over 300 years later, the temple eventually took on the scale we witness today.
Beyond the Gate Pavilion guarded by stone lions, pavilions of various origins coexist harmoniously. Each one displays intricate, impressive, and distinctive architectural designs.
Eager to gaze into the diverse traditions and philosophies that shape a part of Macao’s identity? There is no place better than A-Ma Temple!
Moorish Barracks （港務局大樓）
The Moorish Barracks represent a specific time in the city’s history when Portugal tasked the Indian regiment with reinforcing Macao’s police force.
While access to the interior is currently unavailable to visitors, this handsome structure dons an outstanding exterior which combines neo-classical elements and Moghul influence; a peculiar building that once again reflects the multicultural essence of this city.
Come get a glimpse into yet another layer of Macao’s rich and diverse past.
Nearby World Heritages & Hotspots:
🍴 Foodie Hotspot:
Traditional Portuguese & Macanese dishes at📍A Lorcha（船屋葡國餐廳）
Macau Tower（澳門旅遊塔）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Lilau Sqaure（亞婆井前地）
Mandarin’s House（鄭家大屋）
Taipa, Cotai, and Coloane
While the Macao peninsula holds its historical charm, the southern districts of Macao embody the destination's dynamic and modern spirit. Let's explore the unique characteristics of Taipa, Cotai, and Coloane!
Taipa, once a quaint village, has blossomed into a bustling district renowned for its lively ambience and culinary treasures. Meanwhile, Cotai stands as a testament to modern development, emerging as an epicentre of entertainment and luxury, boasting an impressive array of world-class resorts. Lastly, Coloane beckons with its tranquil natural greenary, offering a peaceful retreat from the city's hustle and bustle.
WIth Barra station on the peninsula and the Ocean station entering Taipa, the LRT symbolically transports you from the past to the future of Macao and connects the two parts of the city offering a convenient travel experience for all.
Besides its stations strategically located near hotels and major attractions, the LRT promises a calming scenic ride.
So, as you glide through the city, take the opportunity to marvel at the stunning iconic sites that dot the route.
Ocean
Jockey Club
Stadium
Pai Kok
Taipa Village （氹仔舊城區）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Settled in the heart of Taipa Village, Rua do Cunha is one of the hottest shopping centre of Macao, China. Despite it’s size, the street is lined with traditional snack stalls selling Macao’s signature almond cookie, sawdust cake, and meat jerky, restaurants and souvenir shops offering all sorts of trinkets to remember your travel by!
Foodie & Insta Hotspots on Taipa Food Street/Rua do Cunha（氹仔官也街）:
Crab Congee
📍 Seng Cheong（誠昌飯店）
Taipa Houses（龍環葡韻）
📸 Insta Hotspot!
African Chicken
📍 Espaço Lisboa
📍 Cafe Leon
Portuguese Egg Tart
📍 Lord Stow’s Bakery (Taipa)
Serradura & Durian Ice Cream
📍Gelatina Mok Yi Kei（莫義記）
Almond Cookies (popular souvenir)
📍 Pastelaria Fong Kei（晃記餅家）
Cotai West
teamLab SuperNature Macao (inside The Venetian)
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Immerse your mind and body in this gigantic interactive, three-dimensional, artistic space! In the ‘SuperNature World’, experience the Crystal Universe, the Floating Flower Garden, and other spaces that play with the concepts of the relationships between us all.
Level up your hippocampus by challenging your body in ‘Athletics Forest’, create a new world alongside others and transcend your physical self in ‘Future Park’, and admire the three-dimensional sculptures made out of lights in ‘Light Sculpture - Plane’.
Grand Resort Deck (inside Galaxy Macau)
Experience the unforgettable aquatic adventure at the Grand Resort Deck, where thrill-seekers can plunge into a world of excitement with exhilarating water attractions like geysers and cascading waterfalls and families delight in the children's aquatic zone, providing endless fun for the little ones.
For those craving relaxation, the Skytop Gardens offer a serene retreat and alfresco dining at its poolside restaurants and lounges, where first-class service and delicious cuisine await.
Nearby Hotspot:
Broadway Food Street (inside Broadway Macau)
Lotus
At Macao’s biggest water park, Studio City Water Park offers you the thrill of your life with close to 80 indoor and outdoor attractions combined: Experience zero-gravity freefall in the Highpoint Twister, race through the watery tunnels on Super Typhoon, and so many more!
Nearby Hotspot:
Golden Reel (Inside Studio City)
East Asian Games
Jardim Secreto (inside Grand Lisboa Palace Resort)
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Visiting Jardim Secreto offers a serene experience amidst perfectly manicured greens, landscaped patios, and romantic gazebos. You can choose to enjoy a live performance, take Instagram-worthy photos against scenic backdrops, or simply soothe your soul with a leisurely stroll through this lush oasis.
Note: The garden’s access is hotel guest-only.
Zipcity (inside Lisboeta Macau)
Located at Lisboeta Macau, Zipcity is Asia Pacific’s first urban zipline attraction and includes 5 different ziplines. The thrill of dashing through the sky is enhanced by sensory audio-visual aid and a wondrous panoramic view of the surroundings.
GoAirborne (inside Lisboeta Macau)
Gravity doesn’t exist here! Jump into the Tunnels of the first indoor skydiving centre in Macao, where you can have a blast defying gravity and experiencing the thrill of freefall in a controlled environment.
Palace Garden (inside Grand Lisboa Palace Resort)
📸 Insta Hotspot!
An epitome of fine dining and divine aesthetic nestled within the opulent Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, Palace Garden is one of Forbes Travel Guide’s Five Stars restaurants and South China Morning Post’s 100 Top Tables in 2023. This culinary haven boasts a refined list of delectable dim sum and special dishes unlike any other.
Cotai East
Harry Potter™: The Exhibition (inside The Londoner)
📸 Insta Hotspot!
Have you ever dreamt of stepping into the wizarding world, reliving iconic moments, and interacting with witches, wizards, and even fantastical beasts? If that’s a yes, then the ultimate experience awaits you at Harry Potter™: The Exhibition at The Londoner, Macao, China!
Here, you are free to explore unique props, costumes, iconic scenes, and more from the Harry Potter Universe to your heart’s content. Or if you are more keen for a ‘wizardification,’ you could equip yourself with wands, manifest your Patronus, and be sorted into the right Hogwarts house!
Whether you are a cinephile or a Potterhead, the exhibition welcomes you with open arms!
Sea Odyssey (inside MGM Cotai)
Make sure you don’t miss this family-friendly aquatic display at MGM Cotai where a pack of lovable dolphins glide through the air. The vast indoor area is surrounded by the subaquatic environment displayed on LED screens, giving you the sensation of wandering under the sea among these majestic creatures.
SkyCab (Inside Wynn Palace)
In but a few minutes' trip on the SkyCab, you will get an exclusive view of the dancing Performance Lake in front of the Wynn Palace, come face to face with massive yet detailed statues of golden dragons, and an incredible view of the hotel itself!
Nearby Hotspot:
The Cotai Strip
The Airport LRT station is your convenient transportation from the Macao International Airport straight to the bustling streets and unique experiences throughout the city.
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Airport
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One of the easiest ways to travel from Hong Kong SAR to Macao is through ferries. The Taipa Ferry Terminal LRT Station is where your easy trip from the shores of Macao to the heart of the city starts!
Taipa Ferry Terminal
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Gastronomy
Macao’s culinary scene is not just about food; it's a reflection of its rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit. Designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2017, Macao, China's dining landscape is internationally renowned.
From fine dining establishments to quaint bistros with recipes passed down through generations, the City of Gastronomy offers a diverse array of culinary experiences.
Macao Institute for Tourism Studies (IFTM) Educational Restaurant
Appointed as one of Macao’s protection units for the Macanese gastronomy, IFTM’s education restaurant is one of the best places to get a taste of Macao’s traditional Macanese, Portuguese and Western dishes. The restaurant is one of the listings on the Michelin Guide 2023.
Must try:
Roasted Portuguese Sausage
Besides egg tarts, pork chop buns, and all the goodies mentioned above,
🍴 Dishes You should not Miss Out in Macao:
Minchi (Macanese)
Minced beef or pork, diced fried potatoes, onions, and soy sauce served with fried egg and rice
Roasted Duck Rice (Portuguese)
Richly flavoured rice baked until a crust form studded with shredded duck and sausage
Dim Sum (Cantonese)
Chinese Sweet Soup (Chinese)
Hot Pot Clam (Chinese)
Clam broth steamboat cooked with meat, vegetables and other toppings of your choice
Seafood Rice Stew (Portuguese)
Rice boiled with fresh tomato puree, shrimps, mussels, octopus and other various seafood
Whether you're craving authentic Chinese cuisine, traditional Macanese delicacies, or international dishes prepared with a unique twist, Macao has something to please every palate.
Shrimp Roe Noodle (Local)
Dried noodles slightly fried with sea shrimp roe and mixed with egg noodles
Egg pudding (Macanese)
Egg pudding with drizzles of caramel, a simple yet iconic dessert originated from Portugese receipe
Meat Jerky (Local)
One of Macao’s specialty snacks made from beef, chicken, or pork
Cod Fish Cake/ Pasteis de Bacalhau (Macanese)
Deep-fried fritters made from milk and water-soaked dried cod, blended with potatoes, eggs, parsley, and onion.
Entertainment
& Events
Dazzling shows, mesmerising exhibitions, and pop star concerts are not only the foundational elements of Macao's creative scene and vibrant nightlife; they are also rare finds elsewhere in Asia. These events embody the truest form of Macanese essence, and no trip is complete without experiencing them firsthand.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene of Macao, where an array of electrifying events awaits! Get swept away by a whirlwind of concerts, performances, and exhibitions unlike anywhere else.
Here's a peek of events that took place in Macao:
Donald Duck 90 – The Fabulous Gallery
Macao Japan Spring Festival
1st Macao International Shorts Film Festival
“Reminiscences of Barra: A Visual Journey” Archives and Arts Exhibition
Aaron Kwok AMAZING DREAM Live in Macau
But wait, there’s more! Keep the excitement going by exploring "What's On" in Macao, China. Check out the official Macao Government Tourism Organisation website for a comprehensive list of events and activities: https://www.macaotourism.gov.mo/en/whatson
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience the magic of Macao, China’s cultural calendar. Start planning your unforgettable adventure today!