1-Day Itinerary in Macao

  • 9:00AM: Ruins of St. Paul’s
    10 minutes from Senado Square

    The Ruins of St. Paul's is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most popular attractions in Macao. The beautiful facade that remains is part of the 17th-century Church of Mater Dei, which was destroyed by fire in 1835.

  • 10:30AM: Senado Square
    5 minutes from Ruins of St. Paul’s

    Senado Square is a European-style town square in the heart of Macao's historic center that is surrounded by heritage buildings featuring beautiful Portuguese architecture. It's a great place to stroll around and soak up the atmosphere of this unique city.

  • 12:00PM: A-Ma Temple
    20 minutes from Senado Square

    The A-Ma Temple is one of the oldest and most famous temples in Macao, dating back to the 15th century. It's dedicated to the Taoist goddess of seafarers, and features beautiful architecture and stunning views of the city.

  • 1:30PM: Macao Tower
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    20 minutes from A-Ma Temple

    The Macao Tower is a 338-meter tower that offers amazing views of Macao and the surrounding area from its observation deck. For the adventurous, there's also the world's highest bungee jump from the tower's platform!

  • 3:00PM: The Venetian Macao
    10 minutes from Macao Tower

    The Venetian Macao is a luxury hotel and casino resort that features a replica of Venice's Grand Canal, complete with gondolas and serenading gondoliers. It's also home to over 600 designer shops, making it a shopper's paradise.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ruins of St. Paul’s (1 hour, free)
  • Senado Square (1 hour, free)
  • A-Ma Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Macao Tower (1 hour, MOP 135 for observation deck admission)
  • The Venetian Macao (1-2 hours, free to explore, costs vary for shopping and dining)
  • Total Estimated Costs: MOP 135

Transportation

To visit these attractions in Macao, visitors can use a combination of taxis, buses, and the light rail transit system. The travel time between locations is usually short, ranging from 5 to 20 minutes. Taxis are the most convenient mode of transportation, but can be more expensive. Buses and the light rail transit system are cheaper options, but may require more walking or waiting time.

Useful Tips

If visitors have more time, they can explore other attractions in Macao, such as the Macao Museum or the City of Dreams entertainment complex. If they have less time, they can skip some of the attractions or adjust the itinerary to suit their preferences.

Airports

Macao International Airport (MFM) is the main airport in Macao, located on Taipa Island, about 5 kilometers from the city center. It offers direct flights to many destinations in Asia, including Beijing, Bangkok, and Tokyo.

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