Macau Travel Guide
Flights, places to stay, and the best things to do in Macau for travelers flying from Vietnam.
Overview
Macau is an intoxicating blend of East and West, where centuries of Portuguese colonial architecture meet the dazzling, neon-lit integrated resorts of the Cotai Strip. Just across the Pearl River Delta from Hong Kong, Macau entices Vietnamese travelers with UNESCO-listed cobblestone plazas, Michelin-starred Macanese culinary delights, and world-class luxury entertainment.
Where to stay
Macau Peninsula
Historic core centered around Senado Square, walking distance to Portuguese ruins, local bakeries, and street food.
View hotel optionsTaipa Village
Charming pedestrian district featuring pastel Portuguese shophouses, Rua do Cunha snack street, and boutique hotels.
View hotel optionsCotai Strip
The epicentre of entertainment with sprawling luxury integrated resorts (The Venetian, Londoner, Parisian, Wynn Palace).
View hotel optionsThings to do
Ruins of Saint Paul's & Fortaleza do Monte
Ascend the historic stone stairway to the 17th-century carved stone facade of Saint Paul's church and the adjacent hilltop fortress.
Rua do Cunha Food Walk
Sample warm Portuguese egg tarts at Lord Stow's Bakery, pork chop buns, almond cookies, and beef jerky in Taipa Village.
Cotai Resort Spectacles & Macau Tower
Ride the gondolas inside The Venetian, view the Eiffel Tower replica, or take on the world's highest commercial bungee jump at Macau Tower.
Best time to visit
Autumn dry season. Mild 20–25°C temperatures, sunny skies, low humidity, and the prestigious Macau Grand Prix in November.
Pleasant winter weather with spectacular Lunar New Year illuminations, parades, and celebratory casino displays.
Travel tips
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Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) are accepted 1:1 everywhere in Macau alongside Macanese Pataca (MOP); no need to convert large sums.
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Take advantage of free casino resort shuttle buses running regularly between ferry terminals, the airport, border gates, and major Cotai hotels.
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Try authentic Macanese fusion cuisine — African chicken, minchi, and serradura sawdust pudding.
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