Macau Travel Information and holiday guides from Grand Lapa Hotel

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Enter the hush of the hotel lobby and discover one way to escape the crowds or roam cobblestone streets and savour the sights and sounds of this distinctive territory.

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Meander past pastel-coloured buildings as the church bells peal in the background and you'd be forgiven for believing you're exploring a town in southern Portugal. Turning from an alleyway and you'll be greeted by shops selling traditional medicines, the air punctuated by the snapping sound of mah-jong tiles, a reminder of its Oriental roots.

You'll find much to occupy your time - modern and traditional, whether you're visiting for business, pleasure or a combination of both. To help you decide how to spend your time, we've provided a number of recommended places to visit.

Things to Do

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Sands Casino

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Macau is almost as famous for gambling as Las Vegas and at the heart of it all lies the Sands Casino. Located within metres of the hotel, the casino and entertainment complex is one of the most famous on the island. If gaming doesn’t whet your appetite, the Vegas-style buffet will.

Location - approx. 5 Minutes by foot

Macau Fisherman's Wharf

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Fisherman’s Wharf is centrally located at the Outer Harbour and covers an area of over 93,000 square metres. It houses themed entertainment and retail facilities, business and exhibition amenities, a hotel, a marina as well as a variety of restaurants and bars.

Location - approx. 5 Minutes by foot

Taipa Houses

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These five blocks of immaculately preserved jade green villas are Portuguese in style and illustrate the history and cultural heritage of Taipa Island. Exhibitions depict the changing fortunes of the early Portuguese colonialists and the houses also feature Portuguese and Chinese furnishings.

Location – 20 Minutes by taxi/4.2 Miles or 6.8 Km

Macau Tower

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The tower soars 338 metres above the city skyline and includes a cinema, exhibition hall, children’s playground, shops and restaurants. At 216 metres, it features the Skywalk – a breathtaking observation deck and at 233 metres you can test your nerves by doing a ‘skydiving’ SkyJump.

Location – approx. 10 Minutes by taxi/1.6 Miles or 2.5 Km

Macau Science Center

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The Science center is highly recommendable for travelers with kids or families. It includes a 5,800 square meters Exhibition Center, the Planetarium with 15 meters tilted semi-dome screen and Convention Center with multifunctional hall and meeting rooms. It takes approximate 10 minutes by foot away from our Hotel which they can have fun, discovering new things while learning!

Location - approx. 5 Minutes by taxi/ 0.6 Miles or 1 Km

Things to See

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A-Ma Temple

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Built 500 years ago, the legend says that a poor girl seeking passage to Canton was refused by wealthy merchants but accepted by a lowly fisherman instead. During the passage, a storm is said to have wrecked the wealthy men’s boats, while the poor fisherman remained unscathed.

Location – approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/2.5 Miles or 4 Km

Wine Museum

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Wine aficionados will find place to discover over 1,115 brands of one of the world’s oldest alcoholic drinks. This is an exhibition dedicated to the art of wine-making. It brings together a variety of materials to produce an inspiring and entertaining attraction.

Location - aprrox. 10 Minutes by foot

Ruins of St. Paul's

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A symbol of Macau – is all that’s left standing after a fire in 1853. Sam Ba Sing Tzik, as locally known, was built between 1612 and 1637 and was twice destroyed by fire during construction. Only the front wall and staircase are left.

Location - approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/1.55 Miles or 2.5 Km

Macau Museum

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The extensive range of permanent displays and the temporary exhibitions were created to bring to life the history, traditions and diverse cultures of Macau. Designed to educate visitors and deliver an insight into the early Oriental civilisations that traded with the Europeans.

Location - approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/1.55 Miles or 2.5 Km

Leal Senado Square

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Named after the municipal building with its enclosed garden sanctuary, this is an impressive public space created from a swirling tile pattern and a beautiful fountain. Built in 1784, it’s one of the most outstanding illustrations of Portuguese craftsmanship in Macau.

Location - approx. 10 Minutes by taxi/1.2 Miles or 2 Km

ZAİA™ at The Venetian Macao

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ZAİA™ is a resident show that highlights dance, movement and aerial acrobatics, soaring to the farthest reaches of space and human beauty. This 90-minute mega-production brings together 75 high-calibre artists from all around the world. Presented in ZAIA Theatre at The Venetian Macao created by Cirque du Soleil ®, the show immerses spectators in an unforgettable experience.

Location – approx. 20 Minutes by taxi/4.2 Miles or 6.8 Km

“The House of Dancing Water” at City of Dreams Macau

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"The House of Dancing Water" is uniquely created for City of Dreams by Franco Dragone, the world's most spectacular showmaker whose shows have been seen by over 65 million spectators worldwide. The show is housed in a purpose-built theater designed including a stage pool that holds 3.7 million gallons of water, equivalent to 5 Olympic-sized swimming pools. This state-of-the-art theater provides the setting for the birth of an epic love story and spectacular journey through time, showcasing dazzling costumes, special effects and acts.

Location – approx. 20 Minutes by taxi/4.2 Miles or 6.8 Km

Where to Shop

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Grand Lapa Shopping Arcade

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For those guests who are looking for a superb shopping experience but don’t wish to go far, there is a shopping centre within the hotel. Situated on the lobby floor, the arcade is packed with shops stocking almost every international brand, including Cartier, Emporio Armani, Bally, Versace Collection, Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Dunhill, Hermes, Omega and Valentino.

Location - At the hotel

New Yaohan

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Described as one of the most popular places to shop in Macau, New Yaohan is the place to go for electronic devices and cameras, as well as the latest fashions, cosmetics and jewellery. The retail haven is also home to a supermarket, a toy shop and children’s centre as well as restaurants, cake shop and a food court.

Location - approx. 10 Minutes by taxi/0.8 Miles or 1.2 Km

Macau Fisherman's Wharf

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Besides a variety of themed entertainment, Fisherman’s Wharf offers a world of shopping. So whether you’re looking for international brands or local arts and crafts, you’re sure to find something that pleases you here.

Location - approx. 5 Minutes by foot/0.06 Miles or 0.1 Km

Leal Senado Square

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In the narrow roads and alleyways leading off the square, in particular Avenida Almeida Ribeiro, you will find an array of inexpensively priced goods. After shopping, there are numerous restaurants available, selling a range of Japanese, Chinese and Portuguese cuisine.

10 Minutes by taxi/1.2 Miles or 2 Km

Furniture and Antiques - authentic or reproductions

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There are many excellent shops selling authentic antiques and fine reproductions all over Macau, and in Coloane village, but the most convenient area is bounded by Rua de São Paulo, Rua das Estalagens, and Rua Stº António, all in the neighbourhood of St Paul's at the foot of Monte Fort.

Location - approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/1.55 Miles or 2.5 Km

Flea Markets

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The most popular flea market in Macau is near St Paul's but a little off the beaten tourist track. Follow Rua de São Paulo to Rua das Estalagens and turn down the hill to the next narrow street. Go past the shops selling antiques, the tailor shops, and other small shops until the road reaches a fork.

Location - approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/1.55 Miles or 2.5 Km

Where to Dine

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Tung Yee Heen

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If you’re looking for somewhere special to eat, a short walk from your room or suite, try this elegant restaurant on the hotel’s second floor. Tung Yee Heen serves modern Cantonese cuisine, whether for dim sum, a formal business lunch in one of its private rooms, or rich Chinese banquets to mark that special occasion.

Location - At the Hotel

NAAM

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If your taste is for something spicy and fragrant, you can dine at NAAM - an intimate Thai restaurant overlooking the hotel pool and tropical gardens. Dishes originate from all regions of Thailand and use only the freshest and finest ingredients.

Location - At the Hotel

Restaurante Litoral

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If you’re looking to sample genuine Macanese cuisine then this charming restaurant is the ideal venue to seek out while visiting Macau. The food is a blend of Chinese and Portuguese cuisine infused with influences from Southeast Asia and other Portuguese-speaking countries.

Location - approx. 10 Minutes by taxi/2.5Miles or 4 Km

O Restaurante Espaco Lisboa

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This is a small eatery that is situated in a lovely restored two-storey Chinese house in Coloane Village. You find typically Portuguese food and it’s worth trying to secure a seat on the tiny balcony which overlooks the ancient tiled roofs in this area.

Location - approx. 20 Minutes by taxi/6.1 Miles or 9.8 Km

A Lorcha

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Located close to the A-Ma Temple, A Lorcha serves a menu of Macanese fare in its cosy interior with an arched and low ceiling. It takes its name from a type of Portuguese boat. The portions of food are generous and the atmosphere is causal and relaxed.

Location - approx. 10 Minutes by taxi/2.5 Miles or 4 Km

O Manel

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While visiting the outlying island of Taipa, guests can sample appetising Portuguese dishes at this small restaurant. It has a reputation, not just for being an unpretentious dining experience, but also for being the best place in Macau to taste a local speciality: Bacalhau – Portuguese salted fish.

Location - approx. 15 Minutes by taxi/3.1 Miles or 5 Km