The Venetian Macao: Your One-Stop Destination for Hotel, Casino, and Sightseeing

 

The Venetian Macao is a hotel that fulfills countless imaginations for most visitors, making up for the regret of not being able to visit the canals of Venice. After all, flying to Europe can be costly, and long vacations aren’t always possible. This was actually my second visit to The Venetian Macao. When it first opened, many nearby hotels were still under construction, and this area was relatively desolate. It’s completely transformed now, with hotels and casinos everywhere.

To be honest, I’ve never been particularly interested in riding a gondola here, neither in the past nor now. If I were to ride one, I’d rather do it in Venice! What’s impressive here, though, is the creation of an indoor canal within the hotel itself—and it’s not even on the ground floor. However, once you can actually see the bottom of the water, some of the fantasy fades!

The ceiling here shows a 24-hour blue sky with clouds, giving you an indoor illusion where you can’t tell if it’s day or night—unless you constantly check the time. This setup seems to help keep gamblers around to spend more! When we arrived, the shopping arcade was nearing closing time, so it was relatively quiet, allowing us to stroll leisurely without the crowds. However, the space is so vast that it’s easy to get lost and end up with sore feet from all the walking.

There’s a branch of Lord Stow’s Bakery next to the canal at The Venetian, so if you don’t want to head to the main store or Rua do Cunha, you can still get a taste here. Unfortunately, we saw the last customer buy the remaining egg tarts right before our eyes—heartbreaking! Luckily, we got to try them the next day!

The Venetian Macao, located at Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança s/n in Macau, is a large integrated resort famous worldwide for its unique Venetian-style design. This resort combines a hotel, casino, shopping center, dining, and entertainment to provide visitors with a complete entertainment experience.

Venetian Style Reimagined

• Indoor Canal: The Venetian Macao’s most distinctive feature is its indoor canal, where visitors can ride a gondola through Italian-style architecture on either side, evoking the feel of Venice’s waterways.
• Blue Sky and Clouds: The ceiling's painted blue sky and clouds, along with the joyful songs of gondoliers on the canal, create a romantic Italian ambiance.
• St. Mark’s Square: The resort also features a replica of Venice’s St. Mark’s Square, perfect for rest and photos.

Diverse Entertainment Facilities

• Casino: As the world’s largest single-structure hotel and casino, The Venetian Macao boasts an extensive casino area with a wide range of games.
• Shopping Center: Home to many internationally renowned brands, it’s a paradise for shopping enthusiasts.
• Culinary Delights: From Michelin-starred restaurants to international cuisines, there is something to satisfy every palate.
• Entertainment Shows: Various large-scale shows, including concerts and magic performances, are regularly held here.

Additional Amenities

• Hotel Rooms: Offering a range of room types, from luxury suites to standard rooms, catering to various traveler needs.
• Convention Center: Equipped with state-of-the-art conference facilities, it’s ideal for hosting events and meetings.
• Spa: Provides a variety of spa services for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Convenient Transportation

The Venetian Macao is conveniently accessible by taxi, bus, or free shuttle bus.