Macao Points for Attention

It is typhoon season in Macao from May to September. During this period, if typhoon is approaching, the two Ao Dang Bridges and the Taipa & Coloane Continuity Road would be closed temporarily. Flights and ships will be suspended.

People under 21 years old are not allowed to enter the casinos.

Power Sockets

Voltage in Macao is 220 volts, and the power sockets are the same with the British. Please be aware that it may be different than the requirements of your electric devices. Some hotels offer power adapters. Some hotels offer power adaptors.

Mobile City Guide

Macao provides specialized mobile website for visitors, including local and international news, newest activities, information on shopping, food, hotels, bus routes, ship arrangements, flights, emergency numbers, common-used numbers, whether reports and so on in traditional Chinese, simplified Chinese, English, and Portuguese.

Languages

Chinese and Portuguese are the official languages, Cantonese being most widely spoken. The official languages are used in government departments in all official documents and communications. English is generally used in trade, tourism and commerce.