Main Attractions in Macau
Those visiting during one of Macau’s numerous annual festivals can look forward to catching a live musical or theatrical performance, many of which are free to attend and take place in public parks and squares across Macau. Annual events include Chinese New Year, Senhor dos Passos, Macau Arts Festival, Macau International Dragon Boat Festival, Macau International Fireworks Display Contest, Macau International Music Festival, The Macau Grand Prix, Macau Food Festival and the Lusofonia Festival.
The Historic Centre of Macau is one of the destination’s greatest tourism assets. Reflecting Macau’s unique Portuguese and Chinese history, this UNESCO World Heritage Site comprises over 20 buildings, squares and monuments of both Portuguese and Chinese origin, including temples, churches, a theatre, fortress and even a lighthouse, all linked by a maze of streets, alleys and picturesque piazzas. Here, visitors will find Taoist Temples from the Ming dynasty, 17th century fortresses, baroque churches from the 18th century, traditional Chinese homes and courtyards and colonial palaces, all within a short distance of each other.
Visitors can escape the buzz of the city and retreat to a greener, more relaxed part of Macau, skirted with sandy beaches. Here, walking, golf, fishing, horse-riding, watersports and swimming can all be enjoyed in the peace and tranquillity afforded by Taipa and Coloane.
