Macau Travel Guide

• Documents and Transportation: • Document Application: Macau is a special administrative region of China. Mainland residents need to apply for a Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macau Residents and an endorsement for Macau. • Transportation: Walk to Macau from the Gongbei Port of Zhuhai, or take the Macau Airport Express or a boat to Macau. Within Macau, you can choose to walk, take a bus, taxi, or cable car. • Recommended Attractions: • Ruins of St. Paul's: One of the most representative landmarks in Macau, it is the remains of the facade of St. Paul's Church, integrating European Renaissance style and oriental architectural elements with exquisite carvings. It is recommended to go in the evening to admire the Ruins of St. Paul's under the sunset. There are also many snack shops nearby where you can taste authentic Macau cuisine. • Historic Center of Macau: It brings together many historical buildings such as the Leal Senado Building and Senado Square. Strolling through it, you can feel the unique charm of the integration of Chinese and Western cultures in Macau. It is recommended to reserve a whole day to explore slowly. • A-Ma Temple: One of the oldest temples in Macau, it was built in the Ming Dynasty and enshrines the Goddess Mazu. The architecture integrates traditional Chinese and Portuguese elements and is very distinctive. A-Ma Hill is also a good place to enjoy the sea view. You can experience the Mazu Birthday celebration around the 23rd day of the third month of the lunar calendar. • Macau Tower: 338m high, it is an excellent place to enjoy a panoramic view of Macau. The observation deck at the top of the tower provides a 360-degree panoramic view. There are also extreme sports such as bungee jumping and walking on the outer wall. It is recommended to climb the tower on a sunny day. • The Venetian Macao: A comprehensive resort imitating the architectural style of Venice, with indoor canals, gondolas, replicas of St. Mark's Square, etc. You can experience a gondola ride, and the light and shadow show in the evening is colorful. • Rua do Cunha: A famous food street, it brings together local specialty snacks such as Portuguese egg tarts, pork chop buns, and almond cakes. The street retains the style of the old city. It is recommended to go during lunch or dinner to experience the authentic food culture. • Coloane Island: The most rustic island in Macau, with attractions such as Hac Sa Beach and Coloane Village. You can experience the quiet seaside scenery and taste local specialties, such as enjoying coffee and pork chop buns in a seaside coffee shop. • Recommended Food: • Portuguese Egg Tart: Margaret's Cafe e Nata and Lord Stow's Bakery are two well-known Portuguese egg tart shops in Macau. Margaret's egg tarts taste relatively refreshing, while Lord Stow's are more intense. • Pork Chop Bun: The pork chop is pounded loose and fried until golden brown, then sandwiched in bread. It is simple and delicious. Yee Shun Dairy Company's pork chop bun is a good choice. • Food other than Portuguese Tarts: There are also Macau specialties such as minced beef ribs, ginger and scallion beef/lamb offal, African chicken, and pork knuckle buns, as well as traditional herbal tea shops such as Ou Mun Herbal Tea Shop, where you can taste "24 flavors" herbal tea. • Local Snacks: Sheng Kee Cafe's handmade noodles, Wing Kei Noodle Shop's tofu noodles, and Largo do Senado Fried Chicken are all places frequented by locals in Macau. • Shopping Recommendations: • Shoppes at Venetian: It brings together major brands in the world, from high fashion and jewelry to niche design brands such as initWith Choi and Spooner. There are also souvenir shops, beauty shops, and drugstores. • New Yaohan: Located in the Macau Peninsula, it has cosmetics and luxury counters. Present your Home Return Permit at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount. • Rua do Cunha Souvenir Shops: You can buy Macau specialty souvenirs such as almond cakes and pineapple cakes. • Accommodation Recommendations: • The Londoner Macao: Integrating British style, it was renovated and expanded from Sands Cotai Central in Macau. It has five internationally renowned hotel brands and provides a luxurious and comfortable accommodation experience. • The Venetian Macao Hotel: A Venetian-themed hotel with 3,000 luxury suites with views of the inner canal. • Grand Lisboa Hotel: It offers an exquisite accommodation experience. Its unique architectural appearance and high-quality service make it one of Macau's landmarks. • Precautions: • Check the weather in advance. Many of Macau's photo spots are outdoors, and the weather has a greater impact on the travel experience. • You need to wear a mask when taking the bus in Macau. You can buy it at a pharmacy at an affordable price. • The Wynn Palace cable car has a long queue. It is recommended to find a good spot to watch. The Venetian Fortune Diamond bus can be used as a shortcut to Rua do Cunha. • Don't worry too much about the popular photo spots. Many places in Macau are beautiful to photograph. • Do not cross the road. Try to use the zebra crossing. Garbage must be placed in designated trash cans, otherwise you will be fined. Personal opinion • Advantages: • Unique Cultural Integration: Macau perfectly integrates Chinese and Western cultures. The collision and integration of cultures is reflected in all aspects from architecture to food to religious beliefs. This uniqueness allows tourists to feel a different cultural charm during the tour. You can feel the grandeur and exquisiteness of Western religious architecture at the Ruins of St. Paul's, and you can also experience the profound heritage of traditional Chinese folk beliefs at the A-Ma Temple. • Rich Tourism Resources: Macau has a wide variety of attractions, including historical and cultural sites such as the Ruins of St. Paul's and the Historic Center of Macau, as well as modern entertainment facilities such as the Macau Tower and the Venetian Macao. Whether you are a tourist interested in history and culture or a tourist pursuing exciting experiences, you can find travel projects in Macau that meet your needs. • Food Paradise: Macau's cuisine is very distinctive, covering Portuguese cuisine, Cantonese cuisine, and various creative fusion dishes. Classic delicacies such as Portuguese egg tarts and pork chop buns are unforgettable, and various snack stalls and restaurants provide tourists with a wealth of choices. You can enjoy exquisite Portuguese meals in high-end restaurants, or experience authentic Macau snacks in street shops. • Shopping Paradise: Macau has many shopping centers and brand stores, ranging from internationally renowned brands to local specialty souvenir shops. Tourists can enjoy shopping while traveling, and some stores offer certain discounts for tourists. • Disadvantages: • Large Crowds During Peak Tourist Seasons: During holidays and peak tourist seasons, there are a large number of tourists in Macau, which may lead to crowded attractions and long waiting times, affecting the tourist experience. For example, for the gondola ride project at the Venetian Macao, tourists may have to wait in line for a long time to experience it. • Strong Commercial Atmosphere in Some Areas: With the development of tourism, some areas in Macau have a high degree of commercial development, and the commercial