Feel the salty sea breeze on your face. This is the Outer Harbour of Macau. A bustling hub of activity. A gateway to Hong Kong and beyond.
The Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal wasn’t always here. It once stood near the Oceanus Casino. That’s where you’ll find the spot where the old terminal once stood. In 1993 it moved to its present location. Quite a journey for a ferry terminal.
Imagine seaplanes taking off. From 1948 to 1961 the Macau Air Transport Company flew to Hong Kong from this very spot. A time when air travel was far more adventurous. This wasn’t just ferries.
Today twelve berths cater to hydrofoils. Two are reserved for ferries. This is a significant improvement. Faster and more efficient transportation is available.
Look up. You see the helipad. Added in 1995. Now offering convenient helicopter flights. To Hong Kong Shenzhen and even further destinations. A much faster option for the impatient traveler.
TurboJET Cotai Jet and Chu Kong Passenger Transport all operate from here. They connect Macau to various destinations. Hong Kong Mainland China and beyond. A global network of connections.
The terminal itself is a two-storey structure. Arrivals are downstairs. Departures are upstairs. Simple and straightforward. A well thought-out design for the busy traveler.
Don’t forget the duty-free shop. A haven for last minute souvenir shopping. Located conveniently on the upper level. Perfect for that impulse buy before your journey.
The Macau tourism office is also nearby. On the lower level. Helpful staff assist travelers. Plan your Macau adventures effectively.
Buses and taxis are plentiful outside. Easily connecting passengers to their hotels. Macau’s transportation network is remarkably efficient.
So next time you travel. Remember the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal. Its rich history. Its modern convenience. Its place in Macau’s unique story.