Our two-day stay in Macau is a side-trip of my Hongkong tour. Being very close to Hongkong, approximately an hour ferry ride, Macau is a great option for a quick getaway.
Known as the "Las Vegas of Asia", Macau is famous for its grand casinos. Other than the deluxe casinos, there are still many things to do and see in this colorful city. Our personalized short trip allowed us to still experience a fun-filled tour.
We arrived early noon at the Taipa Ferry Terminal and from there, rode MTP4 bus going to our accommodation. I already booked at Bahay ni Imee guesthouse opposite the Sofited Hotel which is a 10-minute walk to the iconic St.Paul Ruins. We alighted at R.Das Lorchas station and from there had a short walk to the guesthouse. Public bus fare in Macau is standard at 6mop, so its better to always have an exact amount since you have to personally dropped your money into a box near the driver seat. Do not expect change if you have bigger amount. You can also use a Macau Ticket Pass but we prefer not to purchase one.
After checking in, we immediately went out for lunch at one of the restaurants near the ruins. Since it was raining, we had to stay a little longer at the restaurant. When the rain stopped, we hit the crowded roads going to the famous St.Paul Ruins landmark. After exploring the place, we pointed toward the Senado Square. The usual ten-minute walk from ruins to Senado Square became an hour because we also strolled the shopping alleys of the area.
From Senado Square, we then headed to Grand Lisboa. Since my eleven year old niece is with me, we were not allowed to enter the casinos, so we just enjoyed the exhibits at the hotel lobby.
After dinner, we went back to the hotel.
Macau is home to world-class hotels. Tourists easy access to hotels' lobbies and to its different attractions is one of the reasons why visitors keep coming to the city. A one whole day is not enough to explore Macau's famous hotels, and we were able to explore several hotels on our second day. That was my second time in Macau yet seeing the extravagant hotel structures and facades still wowed me like it was my first. Hotels like Venetian, Parisian, City of Dreams, Galaxy, and Wynn are all must-visit and each has its own unique attraction.
The flashy and colorful Macau at night made us forget that we were exhausted for the day. Macau is stunningly beautiful at night.
Macau is not only for casino lovers.
Macau is not only for luxury vacations.
Macau is also for budget-friendly travelers.
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| me and my friends during our first visit to Macau |
After checking in, we immediately went out for lunch at one of the restaurants near the ruins. Since it was raining, we had to stay a little longer at the restaurant. When the rain stopped, we hit the crowded roads going to the famous St.Paul Ruins landmark. After exploring the place, we pointed toward the Senado Square. The usual ten-minute walk from ruins to Senado Square became an hour because we also strolled the shopping alleys of the area.
From Senado Square, we then headed to Grand Lisboa. Since my eleven year old niece is with me, we were not allowed to enter the casinos, so we just enjoyed the exhibits at the hotel lobby.
After dinner, we went back to the hotel.
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| Facing the Macau Tower - during my first visit |
The flashy and colorful Macau at night made us forget that we were exhausted for the day. Macau is stunningly beautiful at night.
Macau is not only for casino lovers.
Macau is not only for luxury vacations.
Macau is also for budget-friendly travelers.
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