Things To Do In Macau With Kids: A Family-Friendly Guide

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Looking for family friendly things to do in Macau? Just a short ferry or bus ride from Hong Kong, it’s no wonder the city remains a favourite escape for families — perfect for an easy day trip or a fun‑filled weekend getaway.

There’s no shortage of things to do in Macau (or Macao) for families looking to mix fun, culture and a little sunshine. From incredible hotel and resort pools, sprawling parks and interactive playrooms to scenic outdoor adventures and lessons in history and heritage — Macau offers a family getaway that’s equally relaxing and enriching. Even if you’ve visited before, exploring the city with kids is an entirely new experience. Here’s your step‑by‑step guide to the best places to play, stay and explore in Macau.

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How To Get To Macau From Hong Kong

Hong Kong Macau Ferry

The Macau ferry is up and running! With regular sailings, the ferry has long been one of the most popular ways to travel to Macau. Ferries depart from the Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal in Sheung Wan, the Kowloon China Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui and Hong Kong International Airport’s SkyPier. There are two ferry operators to choose from:

TurboJet – Takes you to Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal ($175 to $415 depending on class and timing). www.turbojet.com.hk
Cotai Water Jet – Takes you to the Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal ($175 to $360 depending on class and timing). www.cotaiwaterjet.com

Take The Bus From Hong Kong To Macau

Mamas across Hong Kong were super excited about the opening of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge back in 2018 giving us a whole new transport option for Macau. This one is especially great for Discovery Bay, Tung Chung and New Territory families.

Make your way by public transport, taxi or private car to the Hong Kong Port. Here you’ll clear immigration before taking a shuttle bus across the bridge. Buses to Macau run 24 hours a day and tickets cost between $35 to $70 (which is a fraction of the price of the ferry tickets!).

Sassy Mama Tip: You can book a parking spot at the Hong Kong Port here, a great option if you’re planning a day trip to Macau.

There are also a number of cross-border coaches that operate bus services directly to Macau casinos.

One Bus – Starting from Jordan (or Wan Chai on certain days), the route passes through Sands Macao, Londoner Macao and Venetian Macao. www.onebus.hk
Hong Kong Shared Bus Transfers – Direct buses from Hong Kong with drop-off points at Venetian Macao, Sands Macao, Galaxy Macau, MGM Cotai, Grand Lisboa Macau and more. www.klook.com

Things To Do In Macau With Kids

Sight Seeing In The Historic Centre Of Macau

Take the kids for a stroll and take in the sites of the Ruins of St. Paul, Senado Square, St Dominic’s Church and Mount Fortress. There are over 20 historically significant locations here, showcasing where East meets West with architecture comprising Chinese and Portuguese influences.

Macao Science Centre

A favourite for kids and adults alike (we’re all young at heart!), Macao Science Centre (MSC) is a very cool stairless building that will have you marvelling at its exhibitions at your own pace. The huge museum is home to 13 permanent galleries, covering everything from nautical science and childrens’ science to robotics, biodiversity and more.

How much: Entry to the general exhibitions costs MOP$50 and it’s well worth adding on the 3D and 2D shows in the Planetarium (MOP$80/MOP$60). Kids under 2 can enter MSC for free.
Opening hours: 10am to 6pm, closed on Thursdays

Sassy Mama Tip: Let the kids run off some energy at the nearby Kun Lam Statue Waterfront Park!

Macao Science Centre, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, Macau, www.msc.org.mo

Studio City Macau Water Park

Studio City Macau, inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood, is a cinematic-themed resort in Cotai. Even if you don’t stay in one of its hotel towers, you and the kids can still enjoy endless thrills at its very own Water Park – which one Sassy Mama likens to Ocean Park’s Water World but “with less queues” – which is Macau’s only indoor water park (the outdoor area is closed from November to May)!

How much: MOP$398 to MOP$580 for adults, MOP$258 to MOP$350 for children
Opening hours: 12pm to 8pm

Sassy Mama Tip: If you plan on visiting multiple times a year with your family, consider getting the Allsome Pass which includes unlimited access to the Water Park, Golden Reel, 20 tickets to Super Fun Zone and more.

Studio City Macau Water Park, MO Level 3, West Wing, Studio City, Estrada do Istmo, Macau, www.studiocity-macau.com

Gondola Ride At The Venetian

Call us basic tourists but we love a Venetian Gondola ride. It’s serene, aesthetic and offers a touch of luxury, and for some of us, it’s as close to a trip to Venice as we’re ever going to get. The Venetian Macao itself is worth a visit, even just for window shopping and escapism, but if you have kids old enough to know not to try to climb over the edge of the rowing boat, then definitely consider this unique way to view Cotai Strip and the Venetian architecture.

How much: MOP$158 to MOP$168 for adults, MOP$118 to MOP$128 for children (under 12 years)
Opening hours: 11:30am to 7:30pm

The Venetian Macao, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Taipa, Macau, 2882 8888, www.venetianmacao.com

teamLab Supernature

Speaking of The Venetian’s many wonders, whether you’re a fan of the teamLab series or completely new to it, you’re going to want to hit this one up! Visit the interactive art space with plenty of workshops and photo ops. You’ll wander through the fruit fields, throw giant balloons and immerse your family in colourful lights they won’t soon forget.

How much: MOP$244 for regular, MOP$208 for children (ages 3 to 12)
Opening hours: 11am to 7pm, closed on most Wednesdays

teamLab, The Venetian Macao, Cotai Expo Hall F, Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança, Taipa, Macau, 2882 8818, www.teamlab.art

Macao Grand Prix Museum

Have little car enthusiasts in the house or teens who love watching F1 races? This is the place to be! A motor racing museum where you can experience the thrill of motorsport and learn about its fascinating history, it’s a great stop even if you don’t care much for cars – plus it’s newly opened themed cafe is super cute and well worth dropping into.

How much: MOP$80 for standard, MOP$40 for concessionary (children under 3 go free)
Opening hours: 10am to 6pm, closed on Tuesdays

Macao Grand Prix Museum, Rua de Luís Gonzaga Gomes n.° 431, Macau, 8593 0515, mgpm.macaotourism.gov.mo

SkyCab At Wynn Palace

Fair warning, if your kids are even a little afraid of heights, this is one you should pass on. But if, like the children of some of Team Sassy Mama, they love the idea of soaring through the sky in a dragon-themed SkyCab with magical views (like of the iconic Performance Lake), you should definitely add this to the itinerary. And did we mention it’s completely free?

How much: Free
Opening hours: Sunday to Thursday, 4pm to 10pm; Friday to Saturday, 4pm to 12am

Wynn Palace, Avenida da Nave Desportiva, Cotai, Macau, 8889 8889, www.wynnresortsmacau.com

Guia Hill

One of the best ways to get a panoramic view of the city of Macau is by walking up this historic hill. It is home to the UNESCO heritage site — the Guia Fortress and Guia Lighthouse. There are two ways to reach the top, either by walking up the paths that start near the Guia Hotel or taking the short cable car up. Guia Hill is the highest point on the Macau peninsula and it offers a unique way to see some of the Old Portuguese influence left on this amazing city.

Guia Hill, Guia Fortress, Estrada do Engenheiro Trigo, Macau Guia Fortress, Macau

Macao Giant Panda Pavillion

Tucked away on a hillside in Seac Pai Van Park, is the Macau Giant Panda Pavilion. Endearingly known as the Panda park, this pavilion is home to rare giant pandas from China and red pandas. There is also an aviary, a small zoo and an exotic plant garden to keep you busy. Entry is free.

How much: Free
Opening hours: 6am to 10pm (Seac Pai Van Park)

Sassy Mama Tip: The Macao Giant Panda Pavilion is closed on Mondays.

Macao Giant Panda Pavillion, Seac Pai Van Park, Avenida de Seac Pai Van, Coloane, Macau, 2888 0087, www.nature.iam.gov.mo

Grand Resort Deck At The Galaxy

Boasting one of the world’s largest wave pools and Macau’s first waterslide mountain as well as rapid river rides, geysers, waterfalls and a dedicated kids’ zone the Grand Resort Deck is reason alone to plan a visit to Macau with the kids!

How much: MOP$888 (free for hotel guests)
Opening hours: 11am to 8pm

Galaxy Macau, Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, s/n, Cotai, Macau, +853 2888 0888, www.galaxymacau.com

ZIPCITY

Fly between the buildings at one of Macau’s best family attractions, ZIPCITY. The world’s first immersive zipline, it combines all the fun of flight with a spectacular audio-visual experience.

How much: From MOP$399
Opening hours: 2pm to 4:30pm, 6pm to 9:30pm, closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

ZIPCITY, Lisboeta Macau, Rua da Patinagem, Cotai, Macau, www.zipcity.com

Londoner Light And Sound Spectacular

Let the kids be dazzled by the choreographed light and sound spectacular at the Londoner. You can catch it every night, with shows hourly between 7:30pm and 11:30pm.

Sassy Mama Tip: There is lots more English-themed fun here including a life-sized Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament façade, an iconic black cab adventure a magical ride on a red double-decker bus, the theatrical Mad Hatter’s afternoon tea at Churchill’s Table restaurant and the Harry Potter exhibition!

The Londoner Macao, Estrada do lstmo. s/n, Cotai, Macau, 2882 2878, [email protected], www.londonermacao.com

Super Fun Zone

Macau’s biggest kids’ playroom covers four levels and is themed around five zones — Mountain, Forest, Under The Sea, Outer Space and Space Station. Super Fun Zone is a must-visit for kids of all ages in Macau!

How much: MOP$100 to MOP$120 for standard, MOP$180 to MOP$230 for child
Opening hours: Weekdays, 11am to 7pm; Weekends, 10:30am to 7pm

Super Fun Zone, Studio City, Estrada do Istmo, Cotai, Macau, www.studiocity-macau.com

Where To Eat In Macau

Restaurante Fernando

Aka Fernando’s Restaurant – a staple in Macau that several members of our team have been frequenting for years. It’s a traditional Portuguese restaurant right on Hac Sa Beach in Coloane that, in our experience, has never been quiet. As Hongkongers, we are experts at queueing, and this particular hotspot is generally worth the wait – but try to arrive before it even opens anyway (it doesn’t take reservations) as kids aren’t always the most patient…

Must-try dishes: Charcoal-Grilled Chicken, Fernando’s Style Clams, Fried Prawns With Garlic, Cod Fish Fritters
Opening hours: 12pm to 9:30pm

Restaurante Fernando, 9 Praia de Hac Sa, Macau, 2888 2264

LemonCello Gelato

If you’re deep into a day trip and you can tell the little ones are starting to lose their steam, perk them right back up with some super yummy gelato! It’s a cute and cosy spot with a wide variety of classic and unique flavours (Ginger gelato, anyone?) that often rotate. Particularly on a hot summer day, LemonCello Gelato acts as the perfect pick-me-up – but again, expect queues if you go at peak times.

Opening hours: 10:30am to 9pm

LemonCello Gelato, Shop J, 115 Bunker Street, Taipa, Macau, 2858 3396, www.facebook.com/LemonCello.mo

Pousada de Coloane

Nestled in a hotel, this restaurant is a favourite of our Marketing Coordinator who loves being able to gaze out at Cheoc-Van beach while digging into her favourite dishes. It evokes the vibe of an Old Portuguese Home while incorporating modern cooking techniques into its menu. It also has a wide space outside for the kids to run around and play while waiting for the delicious food to arrive!

Must-try dishes: Stewed Clams With White Wine And Garlic, Flaming Sausage
Opening hours: 12pm to 9:30pm

Pousada de Coloane, Cheoc-Van Beach, Coloane Island, Macau, 2888 2143, www.hotelpcoloane.com.mo

Taipa Food Street

While you should try to avoid this area during busy hours, you should still carve out time to wander through to find its many gems. Dive into giant boba milk tea, chewy mochi, Portuguese egg tarts and a treasure trove of Macanese desserts. If you’re there on a Sunday, why not pop over to the Old Market where local vendors set up shop selling a number of handmade goods and souvenirs?

Taipa Food Street, Rua do Cunha, Macau

Where To Stay In Macau

There’s no shortage of incredible hotels in Macau! Your biggest challenge will be deciding exactly which area of Macau to stay in, and that will largely be determined by the activities you are looking to do with your family. There are four areas to choose from, the Macau Peninsula, attached to mainland China, the islands Taipa and Coloane, as well as the land reclamation between the two islands, known as Cotai.

You’ll find most attractions, sites and casinos in Macau, Taipa and Cotai. Coloane, however, offers more of a cultural experience. You’ll find colonial buildings running along the sides of the cobblestone streets giving visitors a glimpse into the city’s Portuguese past.

Check out Sassy Mama’s guide to hotels in Macau for our recommendations of the top places to stay with kids in each of these areas.

Editor’s Note: “Things To Do In Macau With Kids” was originally written by Sally Victoria Benson and updated most recently by Veena Raghunath in December 2025.

Main image courtesy of Sassy Media Group, image 1 courtesy of Architecture Prize, image 2 courtesy of Pexels, image 3 courtesy of Macao Science Center, image 4 courtesy of Studio City Macau, image 5 courtesy of The Venetian, image 6 courtesy of teamLAB Supernature, image 7 courtesy of Macao Grand Prix Museum, image 8 courtesy of Wynn Palace, image 9 courtesy of Macao Giant Panda Pavillion, image 10 courtesy of Galaxy Macau, image 11 courtesy of ZIPCITY, image 12 courtesy of The Londoner, image 13 courtesy of Super Fun Zone, image 14 courtesy of Trip Advisor, image 15 courtesy of LemonCello Gelato via Facebook, image 16 courtesy of Pousada de Coloane, image 17 courtesy of Taipa Village Macau via Instagram, image 18 courtesy of Getty.

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Things To Do In Macau With Kids: Your Family Friendly Guide To Macau

Looking for family friendly things to do in Macau? Just a short ferry or bus ride from Hong Kong, it’s no wonder the city remains a favourite escape for families — perfect for an easy day trip or a fun‑filled weekend getaway.