GENERAL INFORMATION
TRAVEL IDEAS
- Macau, 2 days
- Exotic Macau, 3 days
- Vibrant Hong Kong Plus Exotic Macau, 6 days
OTHER TRAVEL IDEAS
- Vibrant Hong Kong, 3 days
- Discover Hong Kong, 6 days
- Hong Kong Extension Ideas
- Gems of South East Asia, 10 days
- Classic Orient, 13 days
- Tale of Two Cities, 9 days
STAYS OF DISTINCTION
FAR EAST TRIVIA
AIR-LAND INCLUSIVE
AIR-LAND INCLUSIVE
Macau
ARRIVAL GUIDE
Macau has a large and varied number of attractions to keep the visitor not only occupied but also enthralled. The following are just a few of the main featured attractions.
MACAU TOWER
The Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre opened for business in 2001. Inside the tower you will find some great restaurants, including 360c as well as a variety of shops and 2 theatres to cater for conventions and events.
To take in the fabulous views of Macau, visit the Observation Lounge which has a glass-floored section that gives you the feeling that you are floating in mid air. At 223 metres/750 feet off the ground, this is quite an experience!
Additionally, for the thrill seekers out there, you can experience a variety of climbs and bungee jumps through the New Zealand based extreme sports company AJ Hackett.
The Mast Climb allows you to climb up the masts 100m of vertical ladders to the top of the tower in approximately 2 hours. There is also the Skywalk, which is a walk around the covered walkway. It is the 10th tallest free-standing tower in the world, 8th tallest in Asia and from the highest viewing deck, it is possible to see 55 km/34 miles away.
GRAND PRIX MUSEUM
The Grand Prix Museum officially opened in 1993 in-conjunction with celebrating 40 years of racing in Macau. This popular event is held annually in November attracting thousands of tourists and racing enthusiasts to Macau to watch the classic Guia Race and the Formula 3 Grand Prix and has boasted such names as Michael Schumacher, Ayrton Senna, John Corsmit and Teddy Yip.
The museum contains a collection of the magnificent machines that raced and won at the Guia circuit, representing the racing history of one of the most exciting circuits in the world. The museum also offers the fantastic opportunity to see what it would feel like to be behind the wheel of a race car, in a simulator. You can either be the driver racing against others around the famous track or be a passenger of a real car driven in the 1995 Grand Prix.
LOU LIM LOK GARDEN
This beautiful Chinese, Suzhou style garden was built in the 19th century by wealthy Chinese trader Lou Kau. The garden was named after Lou Kau's first born son, Lou Lim Loc.The garden, enclosed by a high wall, contains huge shady trees, lotus ponds, golden bamboo groves and rock grottoes. There is also a nine-turn bridge that zig-zags across the pond (legend has it evil spirits can only move in straight lines) and leads to a large pavillion combining classical and Chinese architectural elements. In the early mornings, locals practice the famous exercise form of Tai Chi here.
FISHERMAN'S WHARF
The first ever themed entertainment attraction in Macau, Macau Fisherman's Wharf is centrally located at Macau's outer harbour, a 5-minute walk from the Macau Ferry Terminal. Fisherman's Wharf is divided into 3 themed sections:
- Dynasty Wharf - a replica of Tang Dynasty architectures with an international array of products to satisfy your shopping desire.
- East Meets West - a children's entertainment and functional area which includes a mixture of food and beverage outlets, multi-functional live show venues, convention and exhibition facilities and various family rides.
- Legend Wharf - features a collection of European and Latin style architecture. Visitors can indulge their senses with tasty treats at various restaurants or choose an exclusive gift from the wide range of brand-name shops.
SENADO SQUARE AND ST. DOMINIC'S CHURCH
Macau's main square is paved with a wave-patterned stone mosaic which extends from the square to St Paul's Ruins. The square, which has been a civic hub for centuries, is now a pedestrian thoroughfare and contains an elegant fountain, trees, benches, cafés and space for public events. At the far end of the square stands St. Dominic's Church.This beautiful 17th Century church is painted beige with quaint green shutters. The inside of the church is gorgeous and features a statue of the Virgin and Child and a painting of Christ.
ST. PAUL'S CHURCH
The Sam Ba Sing Tzik is the remaining front wall of the Sacred Ruins of St Paul's Church. This is one of the most famous structures in Macau and should not be missed. The architecture is simply magnificent. Visitors walk up a grand set of steps to reach the site which is located in the city centre. St. Paul's was designed by an Italian priest and was constructed on one of Macau's seven hills with the help of the Japanese. The foundations were laid in 1602 and completed in 1637. The church experienced 3 fires, one after another, with the church being re-stored and re-built each time. The final fire in 1853 was the most devastating, leaving just the front wall of the church V actually the most sacred part.
MACAU WINE MUSEUM
This is the first museum in Asia that has been dedicated to the history and production of wine. On display throughout the museum are wines, wine presses, storage barrels, harvesting tools, descriptions of the wine-growing regions in Portugal as well as examples of wine production in the Peoples Republic of China. Included in the entry fee is the opportunity to sample a variety of the wines.
MUSEUM OF MACAU
Opposite St. Paul's Ruins, the Museum of Macau has been built into the ancient Monte Fort. This museum does not possess a collection of art of high monetary value. However, it represents and explains the origin and development of the local community. The museum is divided into 3 sections; Macau's Formation, Popular Arts and Traditions of Macau and Contemporary Macau.
MACAU'S CASINOS
Gambling has existed in Macau since it was legalized by the Portuguese in 1847 and Macau is today the only Chinese territory where casino gambling is legal.
