{"id":144883,"date":"2025-07-24T10:00:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-24T02:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hongkong\/?p=144883"},"modified":"2025-07-30T09:31:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T01:31:47","slug":"things-to-do-macau-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Macau: Where to eat, drink, and explore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our neighbour Macau is best known for its casino empire. But as Honeycombers\u2019 resident cultural enthusiast, I think there\u2019s an understated side of the city that often gets overlooked. From the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/art-galleries-in-macau\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">art galleries<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/family-friendly-hotels-in-macau\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">family-friendly hotels<\/a> to the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/cafes-in-macau-best-coffee-shops\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cafes<\/a>, there\u2019s no shortage of things to do in Macau outside of gambling. Before we dive into all the happenings of this diverse and ever-changing region, let\u2019s get to know the Monte Carlo of the Orient a little better.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_about_the_853_A_crash_course_on_Macanese_history\"><\/span>All about the 853: A crash course on Macanese history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#All_about_the_853_A_crash_course_on_Macanese_history\" title=\"All about the 853: A crash course on Macanese history\">All about the 853: A crash course on Macanese history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#Things_to_do_in_Macau_Your_ultimate_guide\" title=\"Things to do in Macau: Your ultimate guide\">Things to do in Macau: Your ultimate guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_attractions_in_Macau\" title=\"Things to do in Macau: Best attractions in Macau\">Things to do in Macau: Best attractions in Macau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_restaurants_and_bakeries_in_Macau\" title=\"Things to do in Macau: Best restaurants and bakeries in Macau\">Things to do in Macau: Best restaurants and bakeries in Macau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_cafes_and_bars_in_Macau\" title=\"Things to do in Macau: Best cafes and bars in Macau\">Things to do in Macau: Best cafes and bars in Macau<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure id=\"attachment_226985\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226985\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226985 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-all-about-the-853-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau all about the 853\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-all-about-the-853-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-all-about-the-853-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-all-about-the-853.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226985\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Leonid Andronov<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From 1557 to 1999, Macau was a colony of Portugal. Much like Hong Kong, it functioned as a port city for many merchant ships and travellers from all over the world. The indigenous people of Macau are primarily descended from seafaring Tanka and Hoklo groups, with a land-dwelling minority originating from Canton. Similar to Hong Kong, Macau has a unique colonial and local history and heritage, most visible in its national cuisine and architecture.<\/p>\n<p>Getting around Macau can be a little tricky, but once you master the bus and light rail maps, you\u2019ll be making your way around like a local in no time. And if you\u2019re not up for navigating with public transport, just hop on a taxi or ask your hotel reception whether they offer shuttle bus services or can arrange a private hire for you.<\/p>\n<p>I do recommend carrying some cash with you, as not a lot of places in Macau accept credit cards like Visa and Mastercard. But, another plus is that you can pay with Hong Kong dollars in Macau, and you\u2019ll find plenty of ATMs around hotels that take local and international cards, so there\u2019s no need to worry about <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/currency-exchange-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">currency exchange<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve nailed down the basics, read on for my top recommendations for things to do in Macau that you may or may not know about!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Macau_Your_ultimate_guide\"><\/span>Things to do in Macau: Your ultimate guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A quick glance at my go-to spots in the 853:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Portuguese-Macanese comfort food<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#manuel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manuel Cozinha Portuguesa<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>A slice of history<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#taipa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Old Taipa Village<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Put your swimsuit on<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/things-to-do-macau-guide\/#beach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hac Sa Beach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, onto the full list!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_attractions_in_Macau\"><\/span>Things to do in Macau: Best attractions in Macau<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>1. Ruins of St. Paul<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226998\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226998\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226998 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-ruins-of-st-paul-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"ruins of st paul\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-ruins-of-st-paul-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-ruins-of-st-paul-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-ruins-of-st-paul.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226998\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: YiuCheung via Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If this is your first time in Macau, the Ruins of St. Paul is a must-visit attraction. This broken facade was once part of the Church of St. Paul, one of the largest Catholic churches in Asia during the 1600s when Macau was under Portuguese rule. Unfortunately, the original church was destroyed by a fire caused by a typhoon in 1835. Today, the ruins sit on a small hill, and I always feel humbled by the history and grandeur whenever I make my way up the stone steps.<\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019re there, be sure to admire the one-of-a-kind carvings on the facade, which cleverly combines Asian, Christian, and Greek imagery in their storytelling. Try spotting the intricate carving of the Virgin Mary, where she is stepping on the head of a hydra fashioned in Japanese style, with the inscription in Chinese characters that reads: \u201cThe Virgin Mary stepping on the head of a dragon.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Open 24 hours<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Ruins of St. Paul, Calcada de S\u00e3o Paulo, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macaotourism.gov.mo\/en\/sightseeing\/macao-world-heritage\/ruins-of-st-pauls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Ruins<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>2. Mount Fortress and the Macau Museum<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226994\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226994\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226994 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mount-fortress-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau mount fortress\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mount-fortress-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mount-fortress-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mount-fortress.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226994\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: lienyuan lee via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From the vantage point near the Ruins of St. Paul, you&#8217;ll cast your eyes on Mount Fortress. Like St. Paul, the compound dates back to the 1600s and was also built by the Jesuits. As it functioned as the colony\u2019s principle point of defense, you\u2019ll encounter plenty of abandoned barracks, cannons, wells, and empty ammunition shacks along the way. Whenever I visit Macau in cooler months, I love strolling through the Fortress Park after spending some time in the Macau Museum, where you\u2019ll find exhibits showcasing the city\u2019s history, heritage, and culture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Tue \u2013 Sun and public holidays, 7am \u2013 7pm (Mount Fortress); Tue \u2013 Sun and public holidays, 10am \u2013 6pm (Museum)<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Mount Fortress and the Museum of Macau, 22 Cal\u00e7ada das Verdades, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macaotourism.gov.mo\/en\/sightseeing\/macao-world-heritage\/mount-fortress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Fortress<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"taipa\">3. Old Taipa Village<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226995\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226995\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226995 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-old-taipa-village-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"old taipa village\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-old-taipa-village-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-old-taipa-village-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-old-taipa-village.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226995\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: LN9267 via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While Macau\u2019s main island has its charm, my favourite area of the 853 has to be the Old Taipa Village. This historical area is laid-back and quaint, where old-timey Portuguese-style buildings still stand instead of modern high-rises, lending the island a distinctive Mediterranean flair. You can do everything in Taipa, whether it be shopping, dining, or sightseeing.<\/p>\n<p>My ideal itinerary in Taipa usually starts bright and early with a fresh brew from one of the many cafes in the old village, before I get lost at a museum in the area. The Museum of Taipa and Coloane History is a great place to start, while the Iec Long Fire Cracker Factory is a unique alternative that dives into one of Macau\u2019s unlikely industries in the past. Of course, I always stop by one of the charming shops along Cunha Street for souvenirs before leaving. Check out my full guide to Taipa Village and you\u2019ll fall in love with this part of Macau like I continuously do.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Varies across shops and restaurants<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Taipa Village, Taipa, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.taipavillagemacau.com\/plan-your-visit\/cultural-heritage-experience-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Taipa<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"beach\">4. Hac Sa Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226988\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226988\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226988 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-hac-sa-beach-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"hac sa beach\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-hac-sa-beach-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-hac-sa-beach-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-hac-sa-beach.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226988\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: LN9267 via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Macau might not be known for its <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-beaches-in-hong-kong-swim-surf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beaches<\/a>, but Hac Sa Beach has become one of my fave places to lounge with a book whenever I visit during the summer months. Hac Sa stretches along the east coast of Coloane and is the largest natural beach in the city. Although Hac Sa can get a little crowded on Fridays and weekends, you should be able to find a quieter spot away from the crowds somewhere along the coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 24 hours every day<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Hac Sa Beach, Coloane, Macau<\/p>\n<h3>5. Senado Square<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226999\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226999\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226999 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-senado-square-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau senado square\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-senado-square-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-senado-square-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-senado-square.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226999\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: LN9267 via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Another must-visit attraction in Macau, the Senado Square houses a large cluster of Portuguese colonial architecture around the central open space. Located close to the former Senate building, the square was used as a meeting place by prominent Portuguese and Chinese in Macau from the 16th to 18th centuries. Today, the picturesque, pastel-coloured, and neo-classical buildings add a touch of Mediterranean charm to this area and is one of the most popular Instagram spots in the city.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 24 hours every day<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Senado Square, Largo do Senado, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macaotourism.gov.mo\/en\/sightseeing\/macao-world-heritage\/senado-square\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Senado Square<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>6. Vila de Nossa Senhora de Ka-Ho<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_228154\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-228154\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-228154 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/HCHK-edm-gif-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"vila de nossa senhora things to do in macau\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/HCHK-edm-gif-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/HCHK-edm-gif-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/HCHK-edm-gif.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-228154\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Patrimonio Cultural de Macau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Here\u2019s a hidden gem in Macau you won\u2019t wanna miss. The Vila de Nossa Senhora is located in Ka Ho, Coloane and consists of the abandoned leprosy centre, Ka Ho Leprosarium, the uniquely triangular Our Lady of Sorrows Church, as well as housing built by lepers. The trek up to Nossa Senhora is treacherous but unexpectedly rewarding. Wading your way through lush greenery and abandoned industrial buildings, you\u2019ll happen upon the stunning village square of Nossa Senhora, where five restored Portuguese-style buildings remain.<\/p>\n<p>Though the thought of an abandoned village that used to house leprosy patients may sound eerie, my visit to Nossa Senhora was peaceful and serene. The village is abandoned apart from few residents in nearby hillsides. With plans from the Macanese government to revitalise the area into an arts and tourist hub, you should experience the calm of Vila de Nossa Senhora before it goes viral.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 24 hours every day<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Estrada de Nossa Senhora de Ka Ho, Coloane, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.culturalheritage.mo\/(X(1)S(wjol3amg5ebjtoxbtcd02si4))\/en\/detail\/102483?AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Vila de Nossa Senhora<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>7. A-Ma Cultural Village<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226984\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226984\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226984 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-a-ma-cultural-village-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"a ma cultural village\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-a-ma-cultural-village-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-a-ma-cultural-village-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-a-ma-cultural-village.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226984\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Direccao dos Servicos de Turismo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you think Hong Kongers have a deep belief in <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/tin-hau-festival-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tin Hau<\/a>, then the Macanese are her most loyal followers. The indigenous population of Macau is made up of boat people with Tanka and Hoklo descent, two prominent seafaring groups that settled along the coasts of Hong Kong and Macau. Naturally, the important protection from the Goddess of the Skies and Seas makes her Macau\u2019s main deity, who is affectionately named A-Ma, or \u201cmum.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The A-Ma Cultural Village is a sacred complex with two main attractions: a Tin Hau Palace and the world\u2019s tallest statue of Tin Hau. The <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/hiking-in-hong-kong-nature-scenery-fitness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hike<\/a> up Coloane Mountain was a little challenging for me, but the serene village, its stunning architecture, and nearby tranquil park, more than made up for the trek.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 9am \u2013 6pm every day<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: A-Ma Cultural Village, Coloane, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.macaotourism.gov.mo\/en\/sightseeing\/other-attractions\/a-ma-cultural-village\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the A-Ma Cultural Village<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>8. The Venetian<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227001\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227001\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-227001 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-venetian-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"the venetian\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-venetian-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-venetian-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-venetian.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227001\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Leung Cho Pan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As the first casino resort to open on the Cotai Strip, The Venetian has become somewhat of a landmark in Macau. The resort is best known for its indoor canal that mimics those found in the city of Venice. In addition to this unique water feature, the hotel\u2019s shopping district surrounds the canal and is encased behind picture-perfect Venetian street architecture. To top it all off (literally) is an artificial ceiling where the skies are always clear and blue.<\/p>\n<p>What I love about this part of The Venetian is that you\u2019ll find plenty of affordable brands among the usual suspects in luxury fashion. Plus, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.venetianmacao.com\/hotel\/amenities\/gondola-rides.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">gondola ride<\/a> along the canal is always a good time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 11am \u2013 7:30pm every day<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Free entry to the Shoppes at Venetian; from $168 per person for gondola rides<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: The Venetian Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.venetianmacao.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about The Venetian<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_restaurants_and_bakeries_in_Macau\"><\/span>Things to do in Macau: Best restaurants and bakeries in Macau<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Much like Hong Kong, Macau has a wide variety of food options across its three islands. Whether you\u2019re seeking a quick bite to fuel your day\u2019s adventure or a sophisticated spot to unwind after a long day, here are my current favourites.<\/p>\n<h3>9. Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226986\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226986\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226986 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-chef-tams-seasons-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau chef tams seasons\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-chef-tams-seasons-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-chef-tams-seasons-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-chef-tams-seasons.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226986\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Celia Lee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Two-Michelin-starred Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons offers a unique combo of quiet elegance and grandeur. In keeping with the rest of its patron hotel, Wynn Palace Cotai, the interiors of this <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/best-chinese-restaurants-in-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinese restaurant<\/a> are golden, shiny, and full of bling. While this overt opulence saturates Chef Tam\u2019s dining room, its menu embodies the complete opposite.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the four seasons, Chef Tam crafts his menu according to the 24 solar periods in the Chinese lunar calendar, meticulously incorporating the most seasonal ingredients into every dish. This approach creates an ever-changing menu, with dishes rotating as frequently as every two weeks. In addition to its distinctive menu concept, the friendly and welcoming staff make my dining experience memorable every visit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Baked Baby Pigeon with Sand Ginger and Salt, Pan-fried Grouper in Crispy Rice Nest, Stir-fried Crispy Rice with Beef and Truffle<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Items from $180, set menus from $ per person<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 12 \u2013 3pm (lunch), 5:30 \u2013 10:30pm (dinner) every day<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 8889 3663<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons, G\/F, Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wynnresortsmacau.com\/en\/wynn-palace\/dining\/chef-tams-seasons\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons website<\/a> <a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/owsc.wynnresortsmacau.com\/dining\/250614-wp-chef-tam-seasons-a-la-carte-menu.pdf?_ga=2.88375323.1802589031.1753152897-1387444204.1750132690&amp;_gl=1*roqueg*_ga*MTM4NzQ0NDIwNC4xNzUwMTMyNjkw*_ga_EZR92Y959Q*czE3NTMxNTI4OTYkbzQkZzEkdDE3NTMxNTI4OTYkajYwJGwwJGgw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons menu<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>10. The Grand Buffet<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227000\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227000\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-227000 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-grand-buffet-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"grand lisboa the grand buffet\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-grand-buffet-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-grand-buffet-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-the-grand-buffet.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227000\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While I\u2019m not usually a buffet person, The Grand Buffet at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/grand-lisboa-palace-chinese-new-year-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Grand Lisboa<\/a> holds a special place in my heart for its diverse offerings. You\u2019ll find the classics reinterpreted in the extravagance that is representative of the Vegas of Asia. Expect to be greeted by an expansive live seafood section as you enter the restaurant, where fish, octopi, lobster, crab, and shrimp swim in larger-than-life fish tanks. Following up is the Japanese cuisine counter, where you\u2019ll find sushi, sashimi, and everything in between. Along the walls are stalls serving quality Taiwanese and Cantonese specialties \u2013 think roasted goose, barbecue pork, and even nutritious soups.<\/p>\n<p>My favourite, however, has to be the Macanese and Portuguese sections on the other side of the restaurant, which showcases a variety of authentic dishes from Portugal alongside fusion options unique to Macau. Of course, I always finish with a Portuguese egg tart and tofu pudding from the generous dessert counter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How much<\/strong>: Breakfast from $268 per person; lunch from $358 per person; dinner from $788 per person<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Mon \u2013 Sun, 7 \u2013 10:30am (breakfast); 12 \u2013 3pm (lunch). Mon \u2013 Fri, 6 \u2013 10pm (dinner). Sat \u2013 Sun and public holidays, 5:30 \u2013 10pm (dinner).<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 8881 1800<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: The Grand Buffet, Shop 308, 3\/F, West, Grand Lisboa Palace Macau, Rua do Tiro, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grandlisboapalace.com\/en\/restaurants-n-bars\/the-grand-buffet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Grand Buffet website<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"manuel\">11. Manuel Cozinha Portuguesa<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226990\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226990\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226990 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-manuel-cozinha-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau manuel cozinha\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-manuel-cozinha-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-manuel-cozinha-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-manuel-cozinha.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226990\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Michelin Guide Hong Kong and Macau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Founded by a Portuguese-Cantonese couple, Manuel Cozinha Portuguesa is one of the oldest Macanese restaurants in Taipa. Best known for its friendly and inviting atmosphere as well as scrumptious home-style dishes, this quaint restaurant has won me over with its authentic and familiar flavours.<\/p>\n<p>Having taken over the family business from her father, Chef Palmira Pena upholds the cozinha\u2019s decades-old legacy with a revamped menu. Alongside representative Portuguese comfort food, Chef Pena dishes out items that reflect Macau\u2019s diverse culture with an added Mediterranean flair, making this one of my top places to dine in Macau!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Fried Rice with Cod Fish, Fried Steak Manuel Style, Baked Apple with Port Wine<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Starters from $15; mains from $85; desserts from $30<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Tue \u2013 Wed, 12 \u2013 3pm (lunch), 6 \u2013 10pm (dinner)<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 2882 7571<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Manuel Cozinha Portuguesa, 90 Rua de Fernao Mendes Pinto, Taipa, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/manuelcozinhamacau\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Manuel Cozinha Portuguesa Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>12. Mizumi (Wynn Palace)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226992\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226992\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-226992 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mizumi-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"mizumi\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mizumi-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mizumi-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mizumi.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226992\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sushi roll from Mizumi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The sister restaurant to its flagship in Wynn Macau, this younger branch in Cotai serves a collection of Japanese specialties. Whether you\u2019re in the mood for teppanyaki, sushi, or sashimi, Mizumi\u2019s talented team has got it all. Much like Chef Tam\u2019s Seasons, Mizumi sports an lavish interior with Japanese-inspired accents, complete with a floating installation of goldfish-shaped lanterns at the centre of the restaurant. Its interiors are as attention-grabbing as the umami flavours of its dishes, which are hand-crafted to perfection with the freshest ingredients. I was never a fan of sea urchin until I encountered Mizumi\u2019s delectable Sea Urchin Claypot Rice \u2013 a simple dish that balances the subtle sweetness of fresh sea urchin with fluffy rice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Japanese Wagyu Garlic Fried Rice, Sea Urchin Claypot Rice, Chef\u2019s Sashimi Selection, Seasonal Tea Pot Soup<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Starters from $108; sushi from $38 per piece; mains from $388<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Tue \u2013 Sun, 5:30 \u2013 11pm<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 8889 3663<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Mizumi, G\/F, Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/hong-kong\/japanese-restaurants-in-hong-kong\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mizumi website<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Macau_Best_cafes_and_bars_in_Macau\"><\/span>Things to do in Macau: Best cafes and bars in Macau<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>13. Lord Stow\u2019s Bakery (Taipa)<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227003\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227003\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-227003 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-lord-stows-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"lord stows bakery\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-lord-stows-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-lord-stows-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-lord-stows.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227003\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Lord Stow\u2019s Bakery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>No visit to Macau would be complete without a trip to Lord Stow\u2019s Bakery, the 853\u2019s most famous destination for pastries and sweet treats. While there are several branches across the city, I recommend giving its Taipa location a go since it\u2019s within walking distance of other attractions in the area. The must-try is, of course, Lord Stow\u2019s signature Pastel de Nata, but you can\u2019t go wrong with any item resting behind its display counter.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Pastel de Nata, Bacon and Cheese Cruffins, Croissants<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: From $13 per item<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 9am \u2013 9pm every day<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 2857 6580<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Lord Stow\u2019s Bakery, G\/F, 9E Rua do Cunha, Taipa, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lordstow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lord Stow\u2019s website<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>14. Mesa Bar<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226991\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226991\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226991 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mesa-bar-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau mesa bar\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mesa-bar-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mesa-bar-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-mesa-bar.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226991\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Chris Edwards<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Inside Grand Lisboa\u2019s Spanish restaurant Mesa is Mesa Bar, a buzzy destination for cocktails in the integrated resort. Stepping in, you\u2019ll be greeted by its dimmed, opulent interiors as well as a unique bird cage-inspired bar. You can savour a menu of cocktails that draws from Portuguese and Cantonese heritage with unique flavour combinations. In addition to its delectable concoctions, I love that Mesa Bar follows a zero waste concept that uses EcoSpirits as a base for its cocktails and makes its own kombuchas and mead honey wine with house-planted herbs and fruit peels from its neighbouring restaurant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Last Back Garden, Amor de Lisboa<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Cocktails from $148<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 5:30 \u2013 1am every day<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 8881 1800<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Mesa Bar, Shop 301, 3\/F, The Karl Lagerfeld, Grand Lisboa Palace Resort Macau, Rua do Tiro, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.grandlisboapalace.com\/en\/restaurants-n-bars\/mesa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mesa Bar website<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>15. Terra Coffee House<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_227004\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-227004\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-227004 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-terra-coffee-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"terra coffee house\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-terra-coffee-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-terra-coffee-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-macau-terra-coffee.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-227004\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Terra Coffee House<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Seeking a caffeine boost in the 853? Pay Terra Coffee House a visit for a quality brew. This laid-back neighbourhood coffee spot serves a variety of drinks alongside a diverse selection of cafe food. My go-to order is a soy latte and, if I\u2019m feeling peckish, a slice of avo toast with either smoked salmon, scrambled eggs, or spinach and walnuts as toppings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Latte, All-day Breakfast, Tiramisu<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Mains from $78; drinks from $48<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Mon \u2013 Fri, 7:30am \u2013 7pm; Sat, 11am \u2013 7pm<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 2893 7943<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Terra Coffee House, Shop A, G\/F, 20 Rua Central, Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/terramacau\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Terra Coffee House Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>16. The Ritz-Carlton Bar &amp; Lounge<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226996\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226996\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226996 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rc-loung-and-bar-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"rc lounge and bar\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rc-loung-and-bar-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rc-loung-and-bar-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rc-loung-and-bar.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cheers to the good times!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Ritz-Carlton Bar &amp; Lounge is great for unwinding with a well-shaken cocktail. Located on the 51st floor of the hotel, it offers a sweeping view of the Cotai skyline, which looks exceptionally beautiful at night fall. The interiors bring to mind \u2013 with its high ceilings, plush furnishings, and elegant fixtures \u2013 the sophisticated living room of a London townhouse. Once you settle into one of the many fluffy armchairs with a glass in hand, it\u2019s a total royal experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Golden Memories, Pearl of the Orient, Mexican Chocolatini<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Cocktails from $128<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: 6pm \u2013 1am every day<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 8886 6868<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: The Ritz-Carlton Bar &amp; Lounge, 51\/F, The Ritz-Carlton Macau, Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Ba\u00eda da Nossa Senhora da Esperan\u00e7a, Cotai, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ritzcarltonbarandloungemacau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ritz website<\/a> <a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ritzcarltonbarandloungemacau.com\/menus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ritz menu<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>17. Rooftop Macau<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_226997\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-226997\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-226997 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rooftop-macau-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"things to do in macau rooftops macau\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rooftop-macau-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rooftop-macau-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/08\/things-to-do-in-macau-rooftop-macau.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-226997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Rooftop Macau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re seeking refuge from the crowds along Cunha Street, escape to Rooftop Macau for some peace and quiet. This top-floor cafe offers a menu of coffee and non-coffee drinks alongside desserts and small bites. The vibe here is stripped back and casual, complete with an outdoor al fresco area furnished with unpretentious lawn chairs and tables. Here, you\u2019ll get a bird\u2019s eye view of Taipa Village below as you sip on an iced bevvy. Plus, Rooftop Macau is pet-friendly, so prepare to make some four-legged friends during your visit!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try items<\/strong>: Seasonal Roll Cakes, cappuccino, Mochi Tiramisu<br \/>\n<strong>How much<\/strong>: Drinks from $28<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours<\/strong>: Sun \u2013 Wed, 12 \u2013 8 pm; Thu \u2013 Sat, 12 \u2013 11:30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Phone number<\/strong>: +853 6886 7498<br \/>\n<strong>Address<\/strong>: Rooftop Macau, 49 Rua Correia da Silva, Taipa, Macau<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rooftopmacau\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rooftop Macau Instagram<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Where should I travel to next? DM <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/honeycombershk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@honeycombershk<\/a> on Instagram or drop me an email at <a href=\"mailto:celia.lee@thehoneycombers.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">celia.lee@thehoneycombers.com<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3>What&#039;s the best way to travel from Hong Kong to Macau, and how long does it take?<\/h3><div><p>The most common way to travel from Hong Kong to Macau is by ferry, which typically takes about an hour from terminals on Hong Kong Island. Alternatively, you can take a bus or private car via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, which can be faster depending on traffic and customs clearance.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3>Beyond casinos, what are some key cultural or historical attractions that are a must-visit in Macau?<\/h3><div><p>Macau boasts a rich blend of Cantonese and Portuguese heritage. Must-visit cultural and historical sites include the Ruins of St. Paul's, a UNESCO World Heritage site; the Senado Square, with its distinctive Portuguese-style pavements and architecture; and the charming Taipa Village, known for its historical buildings and local eateries.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3>Are there family-friendly activities in Macau beyond the major resorts and casinos?<\/h3><div><p>Yes, Macau offers several family-friendly attractions. Besides the entertainment options within integrated resorts, you can visit the Future Bright Amusement Park, explore the interactive exhibits at the Macau Science Centre, or enjoy the outdoor adventures at Skypark by AJ Hackett and Zipcity Macau for a more thrilling experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What's the best way to travel from Hong Kong to Macau, and how long does it take?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The most common way to travel from Hong Kong to Macau is by ferry, which typically takes about an hour from terminals on Hong Kong Island. 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