Historical Places in Macau

A glitzy metropolis known for its casinos and nightlife along with historic districts and cultural villages, Macau is a delight with plenty to see, do and experience.

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Things To See & Do

Ruins of St Paul

Ruins of St Paul

17th Century Church
The remnants of a 17th century Catholic church, the Ruins of St. Paul comprise stone façades with carvings bearing Jesuit images with an Oriental theme.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Fortaleza do Monte

Fortaleza do Monte

17th Century Fort
The 17th century Fortaleza do Monte stands atop Mount Hill and spans 8,000 square metres. The fort walls are lined with muzzle-loading cannons and watchtowers.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Stroll through the Historic Centre of Macau

Stroll through the Historic Centre of Macau

Historic City Centre
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Historic Centre of Macau is divided in to two zones with historic residential, religious and public Portuguese and Chinese buildings.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Casa Garden Walk

Casa Garden Walk

18th Century Residence
Once the residence of a wealthy Portuguese merchant, Casa Garden that was built in 1770 is now a cultural centre, which promotes Portuguese and Macau-Chinese art.

1 hour

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Macau

All year round destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • MAR-APR

    Moderate Season

  • MAY-SEP

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with slight humidity.
  • Things You'll Love:Outdoor and beach activities.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Chinese New YearFebruary

Feast of BuddhaMay

Dragon Boat FestivalJune

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Hotel Sintra

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Macau Center

₹17,333

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Holiday Inn Express Macau City Centre

Holiday Inn Express Macau City Centre

Macau Center

₹19,077

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Macau Hotel S

Macau Hotel S

Macau Center

₹20,940

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W Macau - Studio City

W Macau - Studio City

Cotai

₹49,627

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Rio Hotel

Rio Hotel

Macau Center

₹19,697

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Harbourview Hotel Macau

Harbourview Hotel Macau

Macau Center

₹20,553

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Grand Coloane Resort

Grand Coloane Resort

St. Francis Xavier's Parish

₹21,272

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The Venetian Macao

The Venetian Macao

Taipa

₹68,778

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Mandarin Oriental, Macau

Mandarin Oriental, Macau

Macau Center

₹1,21,132

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More about Historical Places in Macau

Known for its International, Macau is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during October, November, December, January and February, Macau is a tourists’ delight. Chinese New Year, Feast of Buddha, and Dragon Boat Festival are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (February, May, and June consecutively.

While March and April are considered moderate season, May, June, July, August and September are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in October, November, December, January and February you can expect pleasant weather with slight humidity, whilst in the moderate season you will experience warm weather with high humidity levels. In off-season the weather here is heavy rainfalls with high humidity levels.

In Macau, tourists enjoy getting indulged in outdoor and beach activities in the peak season, whereas in moderate season sightseeing and shopping are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy escaping the crowds and heavy off-season discounts.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in Macau, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Ruins of St Paul, Senado Square, Macau Tower.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Macau

What is the best time to visit Macau?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Macau, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January and February which is the peak season and March and April which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

What are some of the most famous restaurants and eateries to explore in Macau?

If you are a foodie, Macau is the right place for you. Macau has many famous restaurants and eateries for you to explore, some of which are Casinos at Cotai Strip, Lord Stow’s Bakery and The Eight.

How is the weather of Macau in peak season?

The weather of Macau in peak season is pleasant weather with slight humidity. It means you can easily plan a trip to Macau in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.