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Casino at Venetian Macao
Ollie #1 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 493 reviews

The Venetian is a 40 story hotel, casino and amusement complex located on reclaimed land in the area now designated as Cotai in Macau.  There are a many restaurants at the... more »

Attraction type  Casinos
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
House of the Dancing Water
Ollie #2 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 150 reviews

The House of Dancing Water Background The House of Dancing Water (HoDW) is a HK$2 Billion dollar production by Franco Dragone that is presently being performed at the City of... more »

Attraction type  Performances
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Zaia(Cirque Du Soleil)
Ollie #3 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 92 reviews

ZAIA is a resident show by Cirque du Soleil presented at The Venetian casino in Macau.  The show starts at 8:00 pm, with additional shows at 5:00 on weekends, the theatre is dark... more »

Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Grand Prix Museum
Ollie #4 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 47 reviews

The Grand Prix Museum opened in 1993 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Grand Prix in Macau.  This musuem features a number of automobiles and race bikes that take part in... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
Ollie #5 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 210 reviews
Owner description: The tenth tallest free-standing tower in the world (standing 338 meters at its highest point) offers an observation deck with panoramic views,...... more » Owner description: The tenth tallest free-standing tower in the world (standing 338 meters at its highest point) offers an observation deck with panoramic views, restaurants, theaters, shopping malls and the thrilling "Skywalk X," a thrilling walking tour around the outer rim at a height of 233 meters above ground. « less
Attraction type  Observation Decks/ Towers; Convention Centres
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Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral
Ollie #6 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 355 reviews
Owner description: Considered Macau’s most famous landmark, the ruins of this 16th-century cathedral features a spectacular façade with intricate carvings by Japanese...... more » Owner description: Considered Macau’s most famous landmark, the ruins of this 16th-century cathedral features a spectacular façade with intricate carvings by Japanese monks. « less
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Ancient Ruins
Distance  4.0 km from city centre
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Macao Museum
Ollie #7 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 55 reviews

Background This museum gives an excellent presentation of the history of Macau. The setting itself is impressive, as it is built into the fortress. The displays cover every... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Distance  4.1 km from city centre
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Largo do Senado (Senate Square)
Ollie #8 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 189 reviews

Located adjacent to the Leal Senado (Loyal Senate building) this square has been the center of urban Macau since the Portuguese began building in Macau.  The square is surrounded... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.7 km from city centre
Guia Fortress
Ollie #9 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 33 reviews

Background:  The Guia Fortress is part of the historic center of Macau - UNESCO World Heritage Sight.  It was built between 1622 to 1638 and occupies the highest point in Macau... more »

Attraction type  Lighthouses
Coloane
Ollie #10 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews

Background:  Coloane (pronounced Ko Lo On) used to be an island, used before the Portuguese arrived as a salt making area.  After the Portuguese arrived it actually became mainly... more »

Attraction type  Islands
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St. Domingo's Church
Ollie #11 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 38 reviews

Known also as Igreja de São Domingos, St. Domingo's is a Catholic church situated near the Largo do Senado (Senado Square) in the heart of the Macau city centre.   The church was... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.7 km from city centre
Maritime Museum
Ollie #12 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews

Macau Maritime Museum Background Macau Maritime Museum was built on the site where the first group of Portuguese explorers landed on Macau in 1553.  The exhibits explore major... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
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Lisboa Casino
Ollie #13 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 90 reviews

Background Not to be confused with the much larger, shinier Grand Lisboa.  The Lisboa Hotel and Casino is the smaller orange and white hotel next to the giant glass lotus shaped... more »

Attraction type  Casinos
Distance  3.1 km from city centre
Guanye Street
Ollie #14 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Shops; Historic Walking Areas
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Macau Science Center
Ollie #15 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews

About the Macau Science Centre A good attraction for children and adults alike.  The museum has educational materials, scientific equipment and interactive exhibits that allow... more »

Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
Leal Senado (Municipal Council)
Ollie #16 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 23 reviews

The Loyal Senate (Leal Senado) building, located just off Senado Square in the heart of the Macau city centre, was originally built in the late 16th century and has seen many... more »

Attraction type  Government Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
Ollie #17 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 69 reviews

A-Ma Temple Background The A-Ma Temple is located in the southeast part of the Macau Peninsula, a short distance away from the historic Macau city centre area.  It is the oldest... more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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Post Office
Ollie #18 of 131 attractions in Macau
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews

Main post office of Macau located just off Senado Square.  Great architecture on the outside, not much to see on the inside, but very convenient for those who collect stamps from... more »

Attraction type  Other
Distance  3.8 km from city centre
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Rua da Felicidade
Ollie #19 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews

While not included under the World Heritage Sight designation of the City Centre of Macau, Rua da Felicidade has become a very interesting place to visit near some of Macau's more... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  3.9 km from city centre
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St. Francis Xavier Church
Ollie #20 of 131 attractions in Macau
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews

Background Located out in the small village of Coloane, this small chapel serves as the major Catholic place of worship for the residents.  As a working church the insides are... more »

Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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