Senado Square
Region: Macao Peninsula center
Cultural heritage
Iconic World Heritage square with Portuguese cobblestones and colonial architecture
Tourism in Macao
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Ruins of St. Paul''s
Region: Daosanbao
Cultural heritage
17th-century church with only façade remaining after fire; classic photo spot
Monte Fort
Region: Adjacent to St. Paul''s
Historic ruins
17th-century fortress; cannon batteries and views popular
A-Ma Temple
Region: Southern tip of Macao Peninsula
Religious facility
Ancient Mazu worship temple said to be Macao''s name origin
Macau Tower
Region: Nam Van lakeside
Modern architecture
338m tower; Skywalk and bungee jumping featured
The Venetian Macao
Region: Cotai District
Resort
Giant IR hotel with indoor canal and gondolas
Grand Lisboa
Region: Macao Peninsula
Modern architecture
Lotus-shaped hotel and casino; impressive nightscape
Coloane Village
Region: Coloane Island
Historic settlement
Quiet alleys and seaside promenades retaining fishing village atmosphere
Seac Pai Van Park Panda Pavilion
Region: Coloane Island
Zoo
Giant panda and nature learning facility
Macao Grand Prix Museum
Region: NAPE
Museum
Exhibits race materials and famous cars from 1954 onward
Colonial Government Street (Travessa do Mattos, Civil Affairs Bureau)
Region: Around Senado Square
Cultural heritage
Portuguese rule-era administrative building complex
Taipa Houses Museum
Region: Taipa Island
Museum
Former official residences recreated in green mansions
Suggested itineraries
World Heritage Highlights 1-Day Course
Duration (days): 1
Highlights: Senado Square, Ruins of St. Paul''s, Monte Fort, A-Ma Temple
Foot-centered tour of Old Town main World Heritage sites; evening nightscape viewing at Nam Van
Resort & Gourmet 2-Night 3-Day
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: The Venetian Macao, Cotai Strip, Egg tart tour, Macau Tower
Stay at luxury IR hotel, experiencing casinos and savoring Portuguese-Macao cuisine
Nature and Outskirts Relaxation Tour
Duration (days): 2
Highlights: Coloane Village stroll, Seac Pai Van Panda Pavilion, Hiking trail, Lord Stow''s Bakery
Leave city bustle to leisurely enjoy green Coloane Island
Travel tips
- Japanese credit cards mainly VISA/MASTER; casinos require cash exchange
- Hotel rates surge during weekends and Spring Festival; early booking recommended
- Casinos prohibit entry under age 21; passport presentation required
- Old Town has cobblestones and steep slopes; comfortable shoes convenient
- Octopus cards not usable; Macau Pass for local transport IC
- "Taxis hard to catch at times; ride-hailing app "Macao Taxi" effective
- Summer reaches 35°C with 90% humidity; water and parasol essential
- Typhoon signal 8+ stops public transport; check weather
- Hong Kong SIM roams; Macao-specific SIM cheaper
- Entry card digitized; passport-only entry possible
- Portuguese tiles export-restricted; obtain certificate when purchasing
- Beware goodwill donation scams; keep distance from signature campaigns at tourist sites
- Tap water not potable; use hotel-provided bottled water
- Weekends crowd World Heritage district; mornings best for photography
- Strong casino air conditioning; bring something to wear