Macau

Portuguese heritage meets the world's biggest casinos.

China (SAR) · Asia ·

20.4M international visitors (2025) · fastest-growing in the top 10

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Macau blends a UNESCO-listed Portuguese old town with the glittering resorts of the Cotai Strip.

Top attractions in Macau

Ruins of St. Paul'sThe iconic church façade in the old town.
Senado SquareWave-patterned Portuguese paving and colonial buildings.
Cotai StripResorts, shows and replicas of Venice and Paris.
Macau TowerViews, a skywalk and the world's highest commercial bungee.
A-Ma TempleThe temple that gave Macau its name.
Taipa VillageColorful lanes, cafés and Portuguese restaurants.

Where to stay

Cotai for resorts; the peninsula for the historic center.

LuxuryWynn PalaceCotai

Mid-rangeGalaxy MacauCotai

ValueStudio CityCotai

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Getting there and around

From the airport. Macau International (MFM), or fly into Hong Kong (HKG) and cross by ferry or the bridge bus in about an hour.

In the city. Light rail on Taipa and Cotai, buses, taxis and free casino shuttles.

Train and bus tips

Light rail on Taipa and Cotai; buses citywide.
Free resort shuttles from ferry terminals and the border.
Ferries to Hong Kong about 1 hour; bridge buses 24/7.
Cross into Zhuhai, mainland China, on foot (visa rules apply).

Events, nightlife and sports

NovemberMacau Grand PrixStreet racing through the city.

September–OctoberInternational Fireworks Display ContestWeekend fireworks over the bay.

January/FebruaryChinese New YearParades and dragon dances.

NovemberMacau Food FestivalStreet-food fair at Sai Van Lake.

Nightlife and parties. Resort lounges and shows on Cotai, bars in Taipa Village.

Sports. Macau Grand Prix (November), world-class boxing and table tennis events at Cotai arenas.

Dates change every year; check official sites before booking. The concierge can get tickets.

What to eat

Portuguese egg tartPork chop bunAfrican chickenMinchiAlmond cookies

Local tours in R Travel

Our picks for Macau, plus more options once you search.

Coming soonHistoric Macau walkHalf day

UNESCO old town from Senado Square to the Fortress.

St. Paul's ruins
Mount Fortress
Egg-tart tasting

Coming soonMacau day trip from Hong KongFull day

Round-trip ferry, old town and Cotai.

Ferry tickets
Lunch in Taipa
Cotai resorts

Coming soonHouse of Dancing WaterEvening

Water-stage acrobatics show with premium seats.

Premium seating
Hotel transfer
Dinner option

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Practical info

When to go

October–December for dry, mild weather.

Money

Macanese pataca (MOP); Hong Kong dollars accepted

Language

Cantonese and Portuguese

Visa (US passport holders)

No visa needed. Visa-free entry for up to 90 days (Macau SAR has its own entry rules, separate from mainland China).

R Travel tip

Free hotel shuttle buses connect the border, ferry piers and casinos.

Entry rules shown are for US passport holders and change often — always confirm with the destination's embassy or your airline before booking. Other nationalities should check separately.

Good to know

Casino entry is 21+.
Weekends are much busier than weekdays.
Bring your passport to cross from Hong Kong.

Opening hours, prices, event dates and entry rules change. Check official sites before you go. Written by the R Travel team.