EN

  • EN

  • FR

  • ES

  • EN

  • FR

  • ES

  • Illustration

    MACAU

    Las Vegas of Asia



Visit and Experience Macau

Macau is an independent enclave on the south coast of China, across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong. A Portuguese territory until 1999, it shows a diversity of cultural influences. Its massive casinos and stores on the Cotai Strip, which connects the islands of Taipa and Coloane, have given it the moniker "Las Vegas of Asia." The lofty Macau Tower, with sweeping city views, is one of its most prominent monuments.
Macau, known as the "Las Vegas of Asia," is a wealthy region with a GDP of more than US$50 billion, fueled primarily by the tourism, gaming, and service industries. Macau is also known to many investors as a tax haven, although the Chinese government has made efforts to stem capital outflows to the region.

Macau is one of the famous cities in the world which is extremely visited by a lot of travellers every year. From world-class casinos to sophisticated parks, they mix all of their city's distinct delights.

Singapore

Macau is well-known for its fusion of Portuguese and Chinese cultures, as well as its casino sector, which includes Casino Lisboa, Macau, Sands Macau, The Venetian Macau, and Wynn Macau. It is the world's gambling capital, with huge casinos and hotels earning billions of dollars in gaming income each year. Even if you don't like gambling, you shouldn't let that stop you from visiting Macau because there's plenty to see and do here for non-gamblers as well. It is also famous for being home to many alluring tourist places where kids, as well as adults, can enjoy.

From its beautiful architecture to its delicious food, you'll find touches of Iberian influence that will leave you guessing if you're still in Asia. Remarkable considering not too far from old Macau are the glitzy hotels and casinos that have earned the peninsula its nickname, “The Las Vegas of Asia”

Singapore

How much money will you need for your trip to Macau?You should plan to spend around MOP1,170 ($145) per day on your vacation in Macao, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
A vacation to Macao for one week usually costs around MOP8,191 for one person. So, a trip to Macao for two people costs around MOP16,382 for one week. A trip for two weeks for two people costs MOP32,764 in Macao.

Let's get around

 If you're interested in visiting Macau peninsula, Taipa, and Cotai, then you can get around easily using the free shuttle buses. They shuttle passengers (and potential gamblers) between the ferry terminal and the big casino hotels in Macau peninsula and Cotai.

Singapore

It is Macau's main ferry terminal. It is served by public buses that go to the border, around the main city on the peninsula, and to the island resort area to the south. But the best way to travel to the various destinations is by the hotel bus service.

Illustration

Few things to know

  • 1. What is the currency and conversion in Macau?

    Macanese Pataca

    The Pataca (MOP) is divided into 100 avos and it is Macao's official currency

    1 US Dollar = 8.0722 Macau Pataca

  • 2. What is the language in Macau?

    The two official languages of Macau are Chinese and Portuguese, although the latter is only spoken by a small minority.

  • 3. Are there many ATMs and Money Exchange?

    ATMs in MacauYou can use many kinds of banking services through the Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) of Bank of China all over Macau , including Cash Withdrawal, Transfer, Balance Inquiry, Bill Payment, Credit Card Payment, Overseas Transaction Setting and Change PIN for the bank card.
    Currency Exchange in MacauForeign currency can be changed in hotels, banks and authorised exchange dealers located all around the city. The Macau International Airport also provides currency exchange service. Banks open normally from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Most credit cards are accepted in many hotels, shops and restaurants.
    Traveller’s Cheques in MacauTravelers’ cheques can be changed in hotels, banks and authorized exchange dealers located throughout the city. If the visitor needs to change money outside the usual banking hours, there are 24-hour exchange counters operating in the Macau International Airport (Taipa Island) and in the Lisboa Hotel (Macau)

  • 4. What is the time zone in Macau?

    China Standard Time
    Time zone in Macao (GMT+8)

    Macao is eight hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
    DST is no longer in use. Clocks do not change in Macau, Macau.

  • 5. What is the climate in Macau?

    Macau has a subtropical climate, with temperatures regulated by its coastal location. Seasonal changes are heavily influenced by monsoons: it is warm and humid when southeast and southwest winds come in from the Pacific, drier and colder when the north winds come from Siberia and northern China.

  • 6. What is the telephone code in Macau?

    Macau Country Code +853
    The Macau country code 853 will allow you to call Macau from another country. Macau telephone code 853 is dialed after the IDD.

  • 7. What is the emergency service in Macau?

    Emergency 999 / 110 / 112
    Hospital Centre S. Januário 2831 3731
    Kiang Wu Hospital 2837 1333
    University Hospital 2882 1838

  • 8. What is the driving mode in Macau?

    Traffic in Hong Kong and Macau drive on the left, while vehicles in mainland China drive on the right – so what side does traffic on the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge travel on? The answer – on the right side, just like mainland China.Oct

  • 9. What is the electricity voltage in Macau?

    220V
    Macau operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.

Some highlights in Macau

Airlines that fly to Macau

These are some of the airlines flying to Macau from around the world. Major airlines offer direct flights to Macau from all over the world. There are also several connecting flights to Macau depending on what countries you depart to which airline you are flying with. In some airlines, you may consider having layovers too. 

    Air China
    Air Macau
    AirAsia
    Asiana
    Cathay Pacific
    Cebu Pacific
    China Eastern
    EVA Air
    Korean Air
    Philippine Airlines
    Philippines AirAsia
    Scoot
    Shanghai Airlines
    Singapore Airlines
    STARLUX
    XiamenAir
    China Southern Airlines
    Air China
    Shenzhen Airlines
    Vietnam Airlines
    Spring Airlines
    Juneyao Airlines 
    Japan Airlines
    Korean Airlines
    Frontier Airlines
     American Airlines
    Lanmei Airlines
     Finnair
    Thai Airways International
    Thai AirAsia 
    Norwegian
    Wizz Air UK
    Ryanair
    easyJet
    Etihad Airways
    Vistara
    Ryanair UK
    Aegean Airlines
    British Airways

How long do flights to Macau?

The total flight duration from United States to Macau is 16 hours, 11 minutes.
This assumes an average flight speed for a commercial airliner of 500 mph, which is equivalent to 805 km/h or 434 knots. It also adds an extra 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Your exact time may vary depending on wind speeds.

Illustration

Let's get connected!

Subscribe to our latest news, articles, suggestion, ticket promos, and discounts. 

Thank you!

You are now part of our growing community. Safe travels to you!

Can't send form.

Please try again later.