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NAPE

NAPE (Novos Aterros do Porto Exterior) is a reclaimed waterfront district on the Macau Peninsula, where I.M. Pei's cone-shaped Science Centre and the bronze Kun Iam statue face the harbour just beyond rows of casino resorts. It sits beside Macau's historic UNESCO core, giving it a split identity: part neon-lit gaming strip, part quiet promenade and park.

Getting thereMost travellers arrive via Macau International Airport (MFM), on Taipa, then take a taxi or hotel shuttle bus across to NAPE in around 15 to 20 minutes; the airport also has its own stop on Macau's light rail Taipa Line. Visitors coming from the Hong Kong or mainland ferry terminals, or the Portas do Cerco border crossing, can likewise reach NAPE by taxi or by local buses from these hubs.
How long to stayHalf a day to a full day is enough to cover NAPE's waterfront sights and casinos, and it pairs easily with 1 to 2 days exploring the rest of the Macau Peninsula.

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Frequently asked questions about NAPE

How do I get to NAPE?

Most travellers arrive via Macau International Airport (MFM), on Taipa, then take a taxi or hotel shuttle bus across to NAPE in around 15 to 20 minutes; the airport also has its own stop on Macau's light rail Taipa Line. Visitors coming from the Hong Kong or mainland ferry terminals, or the Portas do Cerco border crossing, can likewise reach NAPE by taxi or by local buses from these hubs.

How many days should I spend in NAPE?

Half a day to a full day is enough to cover NAPE's waterfront sights and casinos, and it pairs easily with 1 to 2 days exploring the rest of the Macau Peninsula.

What is NAPE known for?

NAPE (Novos Aterros do Porto Exterior) is a reclaimed waterfront district on the Macau Peninsula, where I.M. Pei's cone-shaped Science Centre and the bronze Kun Iam statue face the harbour just beyond rows of casino resorts. It sits beside Macau's historic UNESCO core, giving it a split identity: part neon-lit gaming strip, part quiet promenade and park.

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