1 Day Macau Heritage Tour with Cotai Strip

Tour Overview

Experience the unique blend of East and West in Macau on this immersive one-day tour. Discover the city’s rich history through its World Heritage sites, stunning architecture, and vibrant...

Code of Tour: CDT0000071521

Length of Travel: 1 Day

Destinations of Tour: Macau

Departure City: Macau

Price of Tour: Request

Type of Tour: Private

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Experience the unique blend of East and West in Macau on this immersive one-day tour. Discover the city’s rich history through its World Heritage sites, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, topped off with a luxurious dining experience at Macau Tower.

Tour Highlights

Ruins of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church (World Heritage)
Museum of Macau (closed on Mondays)
Mount Fortress (World Heritage)
Na Tcha Temple (World Heritage)
St. Dominic’s Church (World Heritage)
Senado Square (World Heritage)
General Post Office Building
Macau Tower (with lunch at 360 Cafe)
Sands Macau
Cotai Strip

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Macau Heritage Tour

Morning:
- Ruins of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church (World Heritage): Explore the iconic facade and learn about its history as a significant landmark since 2005.
- Na Tcha Temple (World Heritage): Visit this traditional temple dedicated to the mythical character Na Tcha, recognized as a heritage site in 2005.
Mid-Morning:
- Museum of Macau: Discover the peninsula’s multicultural history and heritage. (Note: Closed on Mondays.)
- St. Dominic’s Church (World Heritage): Marvel at the beautiful altar and artistic treasures within this historic church founded in 1587.
Late Morning:
- Senado Square (World Heritage): Stroll through Macau’s vibrant urban center, surrounded by pastel-colored neo-classical buildings.
- Leal Senado Building: Explore this neo-classical municipal chamber, retaining its original design and courtyard garden.
Lunch:
- Macau Tower: Enjoy a meal at the 360 Café, located on the 60th floor, offering stunning views of the city as you dine in a revolving restaurant.
Afternoon:
- Observation Deck at Macau Tower: Ascend to 223 meters above ground for panoramic views of Macau and the Cotai Strip.
- Cotai Strip: Experience the bustling entertainment district inspired by Las Vegas, featuring world-class resorts and casinos.
Evening:
- Option to Stay at Venetian Hotel: Guests can opt to stay at the Venetian, a luxurious resort with over 300 shops and a recreated Grand Canal. Return sailing can be chosen at your leisure.
- End of Tour: The tour concludes at the Venetian Hotel, with ferry tickets provided for the 22:00 departure from Macau. Guests should take the free shuttle bus to the Macau Outer Harbour Ferry terminal by 21:15.

RUINS OF ST. PAUL’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH (WORLD HERITAGE):
The ruins of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church are a must-go attraction in Macau. This church caught fire three times and was rebuilt after each fire. It can be considered a living testimony. It has been a World Heritage landmark since 2005.

NA TCHA TEMPLE
This Chinese traditional style temple called Na Tcha Temple which was built for worshipping Na Tcha (a mythical character). This temple has become a World Heritage sight in 2005.

MUSEUM OF MACAU:
The Museum of Macau exhibits Macau’s history, people, and culture, emphasizing on the multi-cultural aspect of the peninsula. (N.B. Museum of Macau is closed on Monday.)

ST. DOMINIC’S CHURCH Founded in 1587 by three Spanish Dominican priests who originally came from Acapulco in Mexico, this church is also connected to the Brotherhood of Our Lady of the Rosary. It is famous for its magnificent altar, decorated wooden ceiling, and treasury of statues and other sacred art.

SENADO SQUARE
Senado Square has been Macao’s urban center for centuries and is still the most popular venue for public events and celebrations today. The square is surrounded by pastel-colored neo-classical buildings, creating a consistent and harmonious Mediterranean atmosphere.

LEAL SENADO BUILDING
Originally built in 1784, this was Macao’s first municipal chamber, a function it maintains to the present. The “Leal Senado” Building is neo-classical in design and has retained all its original master walls and primary layout, including the courtyard garden in the back.

GENERAL POST OFFICE BUILDING
Adjacent to Senado Square, the historic building once housed the local charitable society Tung Sin Tong. The architecture was designed by José Chan, the first Chinese chief architect appointed by the Macao Land and Sea Public Works Department. Built in 1929, it’s a classical architecture of great artistic value. You can buy your favorite stamps and postcards and mail to your beloved ones, making your visit more meaningful.

MACAU TOWER:
Soar to a breathtaking 223 meters above the ground! Macau Tower offers you a different view of the entire city. Gaze out over to Cotai Strip and look for Macau’s landmarks and historical sites all in one spot. The Tower offers the best view of Macau and has been awarded “Best Theme Attraction in Asia Pacific” for 2005 & 2006 by TTG Asia – Macau Tower. (For those with fear of heights, there are also souvenirs shops, Mocha clubs (machine based casino gaming) and coffee shops located on the ground floor.)

COTAI STRIP:
Inspired by the Las Vegas Strips, COTAI strip is the fastest growing entertainment district in the recent years funded by Las Vegas Sands. By the end of 2010, the strip will host up to 30 resorts making it the newest vacation paradise.
The tour starts with bringing you to the must-go attraction in Macau – Ruins of St. Paul’s Roman Catholic Church. Experience Macau’s history through visiting World Heritage Sites including Na Tcha Temple, St. Dominic’s Church, Senado Square.

After visiting Ruin of St. Paul and Macau Museum, another highlight of the tour is a guided walking tour along old Macau – where many World Heritage Sites are located.

After a morning of visiting different Heritage sites, lunch has been arranged for our guests at 360 café – Macau’s only 360 degrees revolving restaurant located on the 60th floor of Macau tower. After lunch, you will visit the observation deck of Macau Tower, located 223 meters above the ground overlooking Macau.

After visiting Macau with our Macau World Heritage Excursion Tour, we offer the option for our guests to stay behind at the Venetian hotel (with over 300 shops and a masterfully reconstructed Grand Canal) and choose your own return sailing. This is the perfect tour to see bother the Old and New Macau.

Our tour will end upon arriving at the Venetian Hotel. You will be provided with ferry ticket departing Macau at 22:00. Please take the free shuttle bus from Venetian Hotel to Macau Outer Harbour Ferry terminal no later than 21:15.