Macau's iconic landmarks

Macau is a fascinating destination that blends Portuguese colonial heritage with Chinese culture and a splash of modern glamour. Here are some of the most iconic landmarks to visit in Macau:

Macau Museum
  • Located within Monte Fort, showcasing the cultural history of Macau.

Taipa Houses–Museum
  • A row of preserved Portuguese-style houses offering a glimpse into colonial-era life.

white Museu De Macau building
white Museu De Macau building
person taking picture of man wearing brown hat painting
person taking picture of man wearing brown hat painting

🌿 Natural & Scenic Spots

Coloane Village
  • Peaceful village with colonial buildings, temples, and Portuguese bakeries (try Lord Stow’s egg tarts!).

  • Near Hac Sa Beach (black sand beach) and Cheoc Van Beach.

Taipa Village
  • A charming area with traditional houses, museums, and food streets.

  • Great for trying Macanese cuisine and exploring old streets.

brown and white concrete house near green grass field under blue sky during daytime
brown and white concrete house near green grass field under blue sky during daytime
bird's-eye view photography of bridge
bird's-eye view photography of bridge

Modern Attractions

The Venetian Macao
  • Lavish casino resort inspired by Venice, complete with indoor canals and gondola rides.

  • One of the largest casinos in the world.

Macau Tower
  • Offers sky-high views and adventure sports like the Skywalk and the world’s highest commercial bungee jump.

the ceiling of a building with paintings on it
the ceiling of a building with paintings on it
gray tower near body of water during daytime
gray tower near body of water during daytime
Galaxy Macau & City of Dreams
  • Glamorous integrated resorts featuring luxury hotels, casinos, shopping, and entertainment.

white and brown city buildings during daytime
white and brown city buildings during daytime

Historical & Cultural Landmarks

Ruins of St. Paul's
  • The iconic stone façade of a 17th-century church.

  • A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Macau's most famous landmark.

Senado Square (Largo do Senado)
  • A vibrant plaza paved with wave-patterned mosaic tiles.

  • Surrounded by pastel-colored colonial buildings and historic churches.

skyline sky view
skyline sky view
A group of people walking down a street next to tall buildings
A group of people walking down a street next to tall buildings
A-Ma Temple
  • One of the oldest and most revered Taoist temples in Macau.

  • Dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu, it inspired the name “Macau.”

Monte Fort (Fortaleza do Monte)
  • Historic fortress offering panoramic views of the city.

  • Originally built to defend the city from pirates.

A store with a lot of items in it
A store with a lot of items in it
A view of a large building from a park
A view of a large building from a park
St. Dominic's Church
  • A baroque-style, yellow-painted Catholic church located near Senado Square.

  • Part of the UNESCO World Heritage “Historic Centre of Macau.”

cathedral interior
cathedral interior