Flights from San Diego to Macau

Macau, the little Europe of the East

Macau is one of the special administrative regions of China. The whole territory is divided into four areas respectively known as Macau Peninsula, Taipa, Cotai and Coloane. Since the Portuguese colonization in the 16th century, it has gradually developed into an important trade transit point. Across the sea from Hong Kong, Macao has integrated Eastern and Western cultures in the past century, and has become a characteristic city with both historical origins and cultural landscapes.

Exploring Macau

The fusion of Chinese and Western cultures has enriched the essence of Macau. Formerly known as St. Paul's Cathedral, the Ruins of Saint Paul's is the most representative landmark of the city. Its majestic Baroque appearance along with sophisticated carvings remains standing even after three severe fires. Behind the archway is the Macau Museum, which tells the story of the encounter between two cultures. The Senado Square is designed with black and white gravel. With fountains and yellow/white buildings, it forms a plaza space full of European romance style. The Holy Rosary Cathedral, the Santa Casa da Misericórdia, and Travessa da Paixao with fresh colors are all located on the peninsula overlooking the Macau Tower, Lou Kau Mansion, Mandarin's House, and the A-Ma Temple with the perfect match.

The grandeur hotels are located in the new urban zone of Cotai across the sea overlooking the old-town areas. With their resplendent design manifests the lavish luxury and privilege, the Venetian Macao, City of Dreams, Hotel Lisboa Macau, and Wynn Macau are well-known hotels that combine accommodation, catering, casinos, and shopping malls where you can give a try your luck. In addition, there are Michelin-rated restaurants with a wide variety of cuisines. After meals, you can go to the World of Dreams to watch the famous House of Dancing Water show in which difficult stunt performances are combined with gorgeous costumes and spatial design that form an epic and wonderful legend and a must-see when visiting Macau.

Even with a length of only 115 meters, Rua do Cunha in Taipa is the most famous souvenir street in Macau that offers everything you need. After purchasing souvenirs, you can taste the authentic pork chop buns, crab porridge, Andrew's egg tarts, and wood bran pudding to experience the unique style of the fusion of Chinese and Western cultures spreading around the neighborhoods in Macau.

The best travel season

The weather in Macau does not change much and is suitable for travel all year round. From September to February of the following year, the climate is milder and it is the discount season of Christmas and Spring Festival. There are many discounts and promotions in major shopping malls, which has become the peak tourist season.

City transportation

Macau is small in size, and the bus routes are clear and cover most scenic spots. The light rail has connected the hubs for maritime, land and air transportation since its opening in 2019. Larger hotels also provide free shuttle buses with intensively frequent schedules to go to or back from tourism areas and hotels, and if traveling with many people, you can choose to order taxis, which would be a convenient and time-saving way for transportation.

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