{"id":23805,"date":"2026-03-16T00:00:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T16:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beyond-shenzhen.cn\/?post_type=blog&p=23805"},"modified":"2026-07-13T14:20:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T06:20:25","slug":"shenzhen-macao-ship","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/beyond-shenzhen.cn\/en\/blog\/shenzhen-macao-ship\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Foreigners\u3011How to Go from Shenzhen to Macau SAR by Ferry"},"content":{"rendered":"

Until now, the process of traveling from Shenzhen to Macao SAR was not very well understood.<\/p>\n

Based on my actual experience traveling from Shenzhen to Macao SAR, I will introduce “How International Visitors Can Travel from Shenzhen to Macao SAR by Ferry,” including a report on the boat trip itself.<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 This information is current as of February 2026, during the Chinese New Year period.<\/p>\n

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\u2460 Go to the Ferry Terminal in Shenzhen (Shekou)<\/h2>\n

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\u2460 First, go to “Taiziwan” Station on Shenzhen Metro Line 12.
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\u2461 From Taiziwan Station (Line 12), walk for about 10 minutes to reach the “Shenzhen Shekou Cruise Homeport (Shekou Cruise Center).”<\/p>\n

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\u2461 Depart from Shenzhen Shekou Cruise Homeport to Macao SAR (Taipa)<\/h2>\n

Purchase Your Ticket at the Ferry Terminal.<\/h3>\n

Arrived at the ferry terminal: “Shenzhen Shekou Cruise Homeport (Shekou Cruise Center).”<\/p>\n

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Purchase your ferry ticket at the ticket counter.<\/p>\n

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You can purchase ferry tickets at the ticket counter without making a reservation in advance.<\/p>\n

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The one-way fare from “Shenzhen (Shekou)” to “Taipa, Macao SAR” was 239 CNY.<\/p>\n

Incidentally, I originally planned to head from Shenzhen (Shekou) to the “Outer Harbour, Macao SAR” on that day, but the tickets were already sold out.<\/p>\n

* Although tickets can be pre-purchased via the WeChat Mini Program, it requires verification with a Chinese ID card. Therefore, international visitors cannot p-purchase tickets through the WeChat Mini Program.<\/p>\n

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Boarding the Ferry<\/h3>\n

With your ticket and passport in hand, head towards the checkpoint.<\/p>\n

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I arrived at the departure lounge. Boarding begins 10 minutes before the scheduled departure.<\/p>\n

It is recommended to be at the departure lounge at least 30 minutes before boarding starts to ensure you have plenty of time.<\/p>\n

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Boarding the ferry bound for Taipa, Macao SAR.<\/p>\n

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The interior of the ferry is quite spacious.<\/p>\n

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Ferry Window View<\/h3>\n

The ferry has departed.<\/p>\n

We will arrive at Taipa, Macao SAR in approximately 1 hour.<\/p>\n

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The weather is beautiful.<\/p>\n

The internet connection remains available even while at sea.<\/p>\n

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The cityscape of Macao SAR is now coming into view.<\/p>\n

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Arrived at the ferry terminal in Taipa, Macao SAR.<\/p>\n

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Arrival in Taipa, Macao SAR<\/h3>\n

Arrived at “Taipa Ferry Terminal,” the gateway to Taipa.<\/p>\n

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\u2462 Take a Bus to the Ruins of Saint Paul’s in Macao SAR<\/h2>\n

Using the UnionPay Payment App for the Bus Fare.<\/h3>\n

From the Taipa Ferry Terminal, I headed to the famous World Heritage site, the “Ruins of Saint Paul’s,” by bus.<\/p>\n

This time, I wanted to travel using only QR code payments on my smartphone without carrying cash or prepaid cards, so I used the “UnionPay” app provided by China UnionPay to board the bus. Incidentally, you cannot pay for bus fares in Macao SAR using a credit card directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Bus Window View<\/h3>\n

Since Macao SAR is a compact city, it takes only about 30 to 40 minutes to travel from Taipa Ferry Terminal to the Ruins of Saint Paul’s.<\/p>\n

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\u2463 Around the Ruins of Saint Paul’s in Macao SAR<\/h2>\n

I have arrived in the vicinity of the Ruins of Saint Paul’s<\/p>\n

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Many of the roads are paved with cobblestones.<\/p>\n

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I have arrived at the Ruins of Saint Paul’s, a World Heritage site.<\/p>\n

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Continuing further ahead.<\/p>\n

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After fully enjoying the cityscapes of Macao SAR, I will take the bus back to Taipa Ferry Terminal and return to Shenzhen (Shekou) by ferry.<\/p>\n

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\u2464 And then, the Ferry back to Shenzhen (Shekou) was Cancelled<\/h2>\n

I took the bus back to the Taipa Ferry Terminal, but when I tried to board the ferry, I found that the return trips to Shenzhen (Shekou) had been cancelled.<\/p>\n

* This might have been because my visit to Macao SAR was on February 16, 2026, which was the eve of the Chinese New Year…<\/p>\n

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In the end, I purchased a ticket for the ferry bound for the “Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal” in Sheung Wan Hong Kong SAR, and took a detour to return to Shenzhen.<\/p>\n

The one-way fare from “Taipa Ferry Terminal” in Taipa to “Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal” in Sheung Wan Hong Kong SAR was MOP 220\uff08approximately 190 CNY\uff09.<\/p>\n

* When traveling from Shenzhen to Macao SAR by ferry, factors such as the season and weather conditions can play a role. Be sure to confirm the availability of return ferry trips in advance.<\/p>\n

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Inside the ferry bound for Sheung Wan, Hong Kong SAR.<\/p>\n

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Summary<\/h2>\n

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Macao SAR is a city where East meets West, allowing you to enjoy a European atmosphere while being in China.<\/p>\n

Also, when traveling to Macao SAR by ferry, be sure to check the seasonal and weather information in advance.<\/p>\n

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