Macau Heritage & Gambling Tour History


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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: Macau, Macau

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

There are dozens of reasons to visit Macau – whether for great live performances, hot nightlife scene, or fusion food dining . But when it comes to visit Macau, gambling almost always comes in at number one. This is the perfect Tour to know more about gaming History and how everything started. It's an excellent opportunity to visit the Historical Heritage of Macau. Gambling started in Macau with the Fantan Houses that were situated at the heart of historical centre. This unique 2h30' hours tour will take you downtown Macau to explore Macau Gambling History and How it become nowadays the Las Vegas of Asia with a revenue generated from Gaming representing 7 times Las Vegas!

Learn why and how everything starter.

The history of gambling is divided in 3 periods:

1.The Fantan era (1849-1961)

2.The STDM grant (1962-2002) , in which Baccarat took over

3. The current period of 'integrated resorts' (since 2002)


What's Included

Bottled water


Traveler Information

  • ADULT: Age: 21 - 99

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Grand Lisboa Casino
The Flagship Casino of Mr Stanley Ho: THe King of Gambling!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rua da Felicidade
‘Happiness Street’ in English. Known as the heart of the city’s red light district, this is was the epicenter of Gaming, Opium and prostitution. it’s now one of the most popular streets for discovering delicious local delicacies and souvenirs.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Avenida de Almeida Ribeiro
The Grand Hotel Central. You will immerse into the past history of Fantan and Sicbo, the old traditional games played by Chinese.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Let's play Fantan and Sicbo! the most traditional Chinese Games!

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lisboa Casino
First Modern Casino opened in Macau in 1970 (Integrated resort). For the 1st time Macau introduced foreign games such as Baccarat, Roulette and Poker.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free






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