Macau travel guide

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You're Going to Love Macau

With 449.198 inhabitants, Macau is the most populous city in Macau. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Macau has to offer.

Where to Eat in Macau

If you’re looking for affordable options, Antonio Restaurante (Rua dos Clerigos No. 7) and Tapas de Portugal (Rua dos Clerigos No.9) are great picks.

When to visit Macau

Macau in February
Estimated hotel price
£124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macau in February
Estimated hotel price
£124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Macau in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 351 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Macau, with an average rainfall of 27 mm.

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How to Get to Macau

Plane

When flying to Macau, you’ll arrive at Macau (MFM), which is located 2 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Macau from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 15m.

Bus

Macau’s bus station is located 9 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Macau, you’ll arrive at Macau (MFM), which is located 2 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Macau from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 15m.

Bus

Macau’s bus station is located 9 km from the city centre.

Airports near Macau

Airlines serving Macau

Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (32 reviews)
Air China
Good (31 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (266 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (867 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (675 reviews)
XiamenAir
Good (23 reviews)
Scoot
Good (247 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (149 reviews)
Air Macau
Good (5 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (148 reviews)
Juneyao Airlines
Good (2 reviews)
Shanghai Airlines
Good (4 reviews)
Thai Lion Air
Good (13 reviews)
Hainan Airlines
Excellent (16 reviews)
Jin Air
Excellent (10 reviews)
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Where to stay in Macau

From 5-star hotels such as the Four Seasons Hotel Macao to great affordable options like the Rocks Hotel, Macau offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £54 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £168 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include London Hotel and Macau Masters Hotel.

Macau Peninsula - In Macau’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Legend Palace Hotel, Crowne Plaza Macau and New Orient Landmark Hotel.

Taipa - Broadway Hotel, Banyan Tree Macau and Altira Macau have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Taipa will cost you about £38 per night.

Macau Peninsula - In Macau’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Legend Palace Hotel, Crowne Plaza Macau and New Orient Landmark Hotel.
Taipa - Broadway Hotel, Banyan Tree Macau and Altira Macau have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Taipa will cost you about £38 per night.
Most popular hotel in Macau by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Macau

Most booked hotels in Macau

The Venetian Macao Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£133+
The Parisian Macao
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£113+
Artyzen Grand Lapa Macau
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£67+
Studio City
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£97+
Sheraton Grand Macao
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£75+
Hotel Royal Macau
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£49+