Ruins of St. Paul’s

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

The Ruins of St. Paul’s, ranked first among the “Eight Scenic Spots of Macau,” is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally the facade of St. Paul’s Church and part of the adjacent St. Paul’s College—the first Western-style university in the Far East—it served as a major center for missionary training from 1594 to 1762. Built with granite, the 25.5-meter-high facade features intricate carvings blending European Baroque and Eastern elements, earning it the nickname “The Bible in Stone.” After a fire in 1835 destroyed the church, only the facade remained, resembling a traditional Chinese paifang (archway), hence the name “Ruins of St. Paul’s.”

Mount Fortress (Fortaleza do Monte)

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: 07:00–19:00

Also known as St. Paul’s Fortress, this is one of the oldest Western-style fortresses in China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Constructed between 1617 and 1626, it sits atop Mount Hill at 52 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views of the Macau Peninsula. Built with granite and rammed earth mixed with oyster shell mortar, the fortress features bastions at each corner for improved defense. It once housed barracks, a cistern, and an armory, serving as the core of Macau’s defense system.

Macao Museum

Admission: MOP 15 (students MOP 8); Free on Tuesdays and the 15th of each month

Opening Hours: Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30)

Located atop Mount Fortress, the Macao Museum covers 2,800 sqm and houses over 3,000 artifacts. The museum has three levels:

Level 1: Early history of Macau, from the Neolithic Age to the 19th century.

Level 2: Local folk culture, festivals, crafts, and trades like shipbuilding and incense making.

Level 3: Contemporary Macau, with urban planning models, multimedia exhibitions, and cultural artworks.

Senado Square (Largo do Senado)

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

Located in central Macau, Senado Square—nicknamed "Fountain Square" by locals—has long been a political and commercial hub. The square is paved with wave-patterned black-and-white stones and surrounded by pastel-colored colonial buildings, reflecting strong Southern European charm.

St. Dominic’s Church

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: 10:00–18:00 (Closed after 15:00 on Thursdays and Saturdays)

A short walk from Senado Square, this Baroque-style church was founded in 1587 by the Dominicans. It is one of the oldest Catholic churches in the Far East. The interior features a golden altar and stained glass windows. Adjacent is the “Treasury of Sacred Art,” showcasing over 300 Catholic relics.

Macau Tower

Admission (Observation Deck): MOP 208

Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00, Sat–Sun 10:00–20:00

Standing 338 meters tall, Macau Tower is a landmark offering 360° panoramic views from its main observation deck at 223 meters.

Fisherman’s Wharf

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day (Shops 10:00–22:00)

Macau’s first themed entertainment complex spans over 130,000 sqm, divided into three zones: Tang Dynasty Town (Chinese architecture), East Meets West (Roman amphitheater, Greek-style buildings, artificial volcano), Legend Wharf (European and Latin-style seaside streets).

Cotai Strip

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

Known as the “Las Vegas of the East,” the Cotai Strip is a modern resort boulevard connecting Taipa and Coloane. It features luxury hotels, world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment.

The Venetian:

· Gondola rides through indoor canals (MOP 145);

· Canal Hours: Grand Canal 11:00–22:00

The Parisian:

· Eiffel Tower Observation Deck (MOP 75)

· Light Show: 18:15–24:00, every 15 minutes (Free)

The Londoner:

· Big Ben & Royal Guard Changing Ceremony

· Hours: Tue–Thu 19:30, 21:30; Fri–Sun 16:00, 19:30, 21:30 (Free)

City of Dreams

House of Dancing Water (City of Dreams)

Admission: MOP 550

Showtimes: Thu–Mon: 17:00 or 20:00

A spectacular aquatic show with water, fire, sound, and lights in a 270-degree immersive theater.

Wynn Palace

Musical Fountain Show: Free

Opening Hours: 12:00–18:00 (every 30 mins), 18:00–24:00 (every 20 mins)

Visitors can ride a free gondola around the artificial lake to enjoy the choreographed fountain show synchronized with music and lights.

MGM Cotai

Bee Show: Free

Showtimes: 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 19:00

Features the world’s largest free-span grid shell glass roof and over 300 art pieces, making the hotel a living museum.

Galaxy Macau

Admission: Free

Diamond Show:

Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00; Fri–Sun 10:00–24:00 (every 30 mins)

Crystal Lotus Show:

Mon–Thu 12:15–21:45; Fri–Sun 10:15–23:45 (every 30 mins)

A luxury resort complex with Asia’s longest sky-top water slide (575 meters), 200+ shops, and the largest indoor arena in Macau.

Coloane Pier

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

An old fishing port retaining its 1960s charm, with seafood shops and colorful tin-roof eateries nearby.

Rua do Cunha (October 5th Street)

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

A quiet, seaside street lined with pastel buildings and local cafes. Home to the original Lord Stow’s Bakery, famous for its creamy Portuguese egg tarts (MOP 11 each / MOP 65 for 6).

Hac Sa Beach

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

A unique beach known for its natural black sand, formed by marine minerals. It’s quiet and spacious, with nearby BBQ areas and playgrounds.

Cheoc Van Beach

Admission: Free

Opening Hours: Open all day

A small, golden-sand beach with a peaceful atmosphere. The nearby Pousada de Coloane hotel features Portuguese architecture with ocean-view terraces—perfect for vacation photos.