Ruins of St. Paul's
Free
1 hourGoogle Maps
The soaring stone facade of a 17th-century church ~ Macau's icon. Free to visit; climb the steps early for a crowd-free photo, and duck into the crypt and museum behind it.
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Macau · Attraction Prices
Macau
$25–40 for the classics1 paid · 5 freeFly into MFM1 USD ≈ MOP 8 (pataca) · HKD accepted everywhereOpen in Google Maps
Macau blends Portuguese cobblestones with mega-casinos, and almost all of its UNESCO old town is free to wander. The only real tickets are the Macau Tower and whatever you lose at the tables.
Bring $25–40
This the Macau Tower deck is the one paid sight below ~ the ruins, squares, and temples are all free.
Getting there
MFMMacau International Airport
Many arrive by ferry or the HK-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge from Hong Kong (about 1 hour). Base on the Macau Peninsula near Senado Square; casinos run free shuttle buses.
Senado Square
Free
1 hourGoogle Maps
A wavy Portuguese-tiled plaza ringed by pastel colonial buildings ~ the heart of the old town. Walk from here to the Ruins in 10 minutes, snacking on almond cookies and pork chop buns.
A-Ma Temple
Free
45 minGoogle Maps
The 500-year-old temple that gave Macau its name. Terraced up a hillside with incense coils and sea-goddess shrines ~ the oldest and most atmospheric temple in the city.
Macau Tower
MOP 195 observation deck
≈ $24 USD
1–2 hoursGoogle Maps
338 m of view over the Pearl River Delta ~ and the world's highest bungee jump (MOP 3,000+) if you're brave. The glass-floor skywalk outside is the adrenaline-lite option.
The Venetian Macao
Free entry (gondola MOP 135)
1–2 hoursGoogle Maps
A vast replica of Venice with indoor canals and a painted sky ~ free to stroll. The gondola ride is a paid novelty; the real fun is the surreal free people-watching.
Guia Fortress & Lighthouse
Free (cable car MOP 5)
1 hourGoogle Maps
A 17th-century fort crowned by the oldest lighthouse on the China coast. Take the tiny Guia cable car up for a few patacas, then walk down through the shady hill park.
Prices are approximate (as of 2026), based on our visits and official rates, and can change with seasons and exchange rates. Always double-check official websites before you go.
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