Things to do in Macau

Why go to Macau

• Ruins of St. Paul's

  Iconic 17th-century cathedral façade rising dramatically above the old city, the defining image of Macau.

• Senado Square

  Wave-patterned mosaic plaza ringed by pastel Portuguese buildings that feel like a slice of Lisbon in Asia.

• A-Ma Temple

  Macau's oldest temple (1488) draped in incense smoke and dedicated to the sea goddess who gave the city its name.

• Cotai Strip Casino Mega-Resorts

  Walk the jaw-dropping interiors of The Venetian and City of Dreams, gondolas, fake skies, and outrageous free architecture tourism.

• Guia Fortress & Lighthouse

  The oldest lighthouse on the Chinese coast with sweeping panoramic views over the peninsula and the sea.

Good to know in Macau

• Free shuttle buses run from the Macau ferry terminal and airport to virtually every major casino resort, use them as free public transit across the peninsula and Cotai.
• Tipping is not customary in local restaurants or taxis; casinos include a service charge, so skip extra tips.
• Tap water is technically safe but locals drink bottled; bottled water is abundant and costs under $0.50 at convenience stores.
• Macau Museum and several heritage sites offer free or heavily discounted entry on the 15th of each month and on public holidays, check the Macau Tourism website before you go.

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