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Macau is a special administrative region of China that was a Portuguese colony before being returned to China in 1999. It pairs well with a short trip to the nearby city of Zhuhai.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Macau
Gateway airport
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Best season
Nov–Mar
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Sights covered
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Taipa

Nature

Taipa

Taipa is a small island that forms part of Macau. It's a great place to wander at a leisurely pace and soak up its distinctive atmosphere.

Ruins of St. Paul's

Temples & religious sites

Ruins of St. Paul's

These are the ruins of a 17th-century Portuguese church that still stand in Macau. Regarded as one of the city's most iconic historic landmarks, they draw a steady stream of visitors.

Grand Lisboa

Views & landmarks

Grand Lisboa

Grand Lisboa is widely regarded as Macau's tallest building. With a large casino, a range of restaurants, and 430 guest rooms, it is considered one of the city's landmarks.

Coloane

Nature

Coloane

Coloane is one of the two large islands that make up Macau, offering a quiet atmosphere distinct from the city center. It's a great place to explore at a relaxed pace, away from the bustle of downtown.

Macau Tower

Views & landmarks

Macau Tower

Macau Tower is a 338-meter observation tower with an observation deck, restaurants, and a shopping mall. Visitors can also enjoy the Skywalk tour around the tower's exterior or bungee jump from one of the world's highest platforms.

A-Ma Temple

Temples & religious sites

A-Ma Temple

A-Ma Temple is Macau's oldest Chinese-style temple, said to be around 600 years old. It is dedicated to A-Ma, the patron goddess of seafarers, and is believed to be the origin of the name "Macau."

The Venetian Macao

Views & landmarks

The Venetian Macao

The Venetian Macao is a large casino resort operated by Las Vegas Sands. It offers a casino along with a wide range of other facilities to enjoy.

Hengqin

Nature

Hengqin

Hengqin Island is located in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, China. Part of it has been leased to Macau since 2009 and hosts the University of Macau's new campus, giving the area a distinctive atmosphere as a special economic zone governed by Macau law.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

17° Jan
17° Feb
21° Mar
23° Apr
26° May
28° Jun
29° Jul
28° Aug
28° Sep
25° Oct
22° Nov
17° Dec

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