Macau is known as one of the biggest gambling capital in the world. But that doesn’t mean Macau lacks attractions. If you are not a gambling avid, you can still enjoy the rest of Macau to the fullest.
- Baccarat
Baccarat gains its popularity because it is a relatively simple game with a low house advantage (less than 1%). That’s why you can find baccarat tables in almost any casinos in Macau. There are slot machine style as well, but the people here prefer the table one, because the slot machines actually have higher house advantage (and it is the reverse with Las Vegas gamblers).
- Ride the gondola
Quite similar to the gondola from Venice. You can try the traditional, flat-bottomed row boat right here in Macau without going to Europe. This Venetian Macau offers Italian gondolas gliding through the San Loco, Marco Polo, and Grand Canals
The gondola’s ride here in Macau can be a romantic ride for couples, but can also be a fun family or friends outing.
- Climb Macau Tower
Your trip can not be called completed without climbing this 338 meters tower, the 10th highest freestanding tower in the world and the 8th tallest in Asia. The tower provides Observation Desk and a breathtaking view of Macau. You can also try to conquer your fear of heights by try walking on glass floor, Bungee Jumping, or Sky Walking.
- Macau Fisherman’s Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf is like the Sentosa Macau’s version. It is designed with three themes: food, fun, and shopping. Furthermore, the place provides fun for not only kids, but also for adults as well: replicas of Roman Colosseum, Aladdin’s Fort, multi-cratered volcano, various gaming, dining and shopping facilities.
- Walking around Senado Square
All roads lead to the Macau’s main hub of European quaintness, Senado Square. Switch to something flats to traverse the wave-patterned, stone mosaic pathways. The Square also has well-preserved 17th century architecture: Portuguese buildings, St. Dominic’s Church, 17th century architecture.
- Party like a rock star at the MGM
If you want to have party like celebrities, that super-rich parties. MGM’s dedicated VIP elevator will take you to the grandest of the Grand Suites, filled with the usual luxurious and elegant appointments. But that’s not all, your eyes will star to pop at the master bathroom, an open air with oversized tub. With that kind of rock-star atmosphere, trashing the furniture is sure to become an afterthought. (We overheard that Gael Garcia Bernal has already indulged.)
- Wine & Grand Prix Museum
Situated just side by side, Macau Wine & Grand Prix Museum is one of the interesting places to visit in Macau.
The Wine Museum is very unique. One of the main targets of Wine Museum is to introduce to the visitors the social, economical and cultural importance of the wine in the Portuguese tradition, daily life and celebration rituals.
The visitor can even taste different kinds of wine (wine tasting – “Prova de vinhos”), a unique experience for just a small price.
The Grand Prix Museum next door contains exhibits that are related to Grand Prix worldwide including photos, videos, illustrated articles, cups, records of champions and some commemorative items.
It was built in 1933 in memory of the 40th anniversary of Grand Prix Racing in Macau and is located in the Tourism Activities Center on Rua Luis Gonzaga Gomes.
- St.Paul’s Cathedral
Designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005, the center of the Cathedral is divide in 2: one between Barra Hill to the west and Mount Hill in the center and the other to the east encompassing the Guia Fortress, Guia Chapel, and Guia Lighthouse. The first zone boasts 20 monuments of special significance to the blending of eastern and western influences that harken back to Macau’s days as a Portuguese colony.
The Ruins of St. Paul’s Cathedral is definitely the city’s most famous landmark and must-see attraction. The cathedral’s façade crowning a long flight of stone steps is the only visible remnant of the church. Its baroque features are reminiscent of the Jesuit Reductions in South America that were built at about the same time. Behind the façade of St. Paul’s is the Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt with relics and artifacts from the former Jesuit complex.
Travel guide to Macau: other than gamling
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