About Macau
Macau pairs a UNESCO historic centre of churches and plazas with Cotai's mega-resorts — easy as a Hong Kong side trip or a food-focused overnight.
Best time
October–April
Weather
Subtropical — humid summers, mild winters
Airport
Macau International (MFM); ferries and the HZMB from Hong Kong
Getting around
Walk Senado Square area; casino shuttles between Cotai resorts
Experiences
Things to do in Macau
1
Ruins of St. Paul's
2
Senado Square
3
A-Ma Temple
4
Macau Tower
5
Cotai Strip resorts
6
Guia Fortress and lighthouse
7
Coloane Village
8
Grand Lisboa and Historic Centre walk
Budget travel
Free things to do in Macau
Senado Square
A-Ma Temple
Grand Lisboa and Historic Centre walk
Guia Lighthouse walk
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Ruins of St. Paul's
- Visit Senado Square
- Visit A-Ma Temple
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Macau Tower
- Visit Cotai Strip resorts
- Visit Guia Fortress and lighthouse
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Coloane Village
- Visit Grand Lisboa and Historic Centre walk
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Lord Stow's Bakery
Bakery · Original Portuguese egg-tart institution
- $
Wong Chi Kei
Noodles · Senado Square noodle classic
- $
Margaret's Café e Nata
Bakery · Rival egg-tart favourite
- $$$$
Robuchon au Dôme
French · Grand Lisboa fine-dining landmark
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$
The Venetian Macao
Cotai · Iconic Cotai mega-resort
- $$$$
Morpheus (City of Dreams)
Cotai · Zaha Hadid design hotel
- $$$
Pousada de São Tiago
Peninsula · Fortress boutique heritage stay
Shopping
- Senado Square streets
- Cotai resort malls
Nightlife
- Cotai Strip
- Lisboa area
Museums & culture
- Macao Museum
- Grand Prix Museum
Local foods to try
- Portuguese egg tarts
- Pork chop bun
- African chicken
- Dim sum
Hidden gems
- Coloane Village
- Guia Lighthouse walk
- Taipa Houses Museum
Travel tips
- Clear immigration with enough time if day-tripping from Hong Kong
- Pataca and HKD are both widely accepted
- Visit the Ruins of St. Paul's early for fewer crowds
In pictures
Macau gallery
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
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