3 Best Nightlife in Macau, China

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Taipa Fodor's choice

When you're finally done with the casinos and ready to look down on the rest of the world, hop over to Taipa and take the Altira Macau elevator straight up the to this lofty spot. Sip cocktails under the stars on the outdoor terrace, where tapas are served from 2 pm to 2 am. Indoors, a live band plays from 9 pm to 2 am most evenings.

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Downtown Fodor's choice

Housed in a bright pink building with pine-green shutters, this lively wine bar is just steps away from the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral. The two British expats who manage the place have assembled a wine list that includes more than 430 Portuguese varieties, and there's a fine selection of whiskeys available as well. On the food front, look for British cheese plates, charcuterie boards, and many homemade offerings (desserts among them). Live after-dinner music plays on select dates—particularly Fridays, depending on the season. It’s best to call ahead for details.

31A Rua de Sao Paulo, Travessa da Paixao, Macau, n/a Macau, Macau
853-2836–5182
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Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.

The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge

Cotai Fodor's choice
On the 51st floor of its namesake hotel, this classy spot is a restaurant by day and a sultry jazz bar, often with live music, at night. If the choices on the enormous menu of specialty cocktails and hard-to-find spirits leaves you paralyzed, order a signature gin and tonic. The bar has more than 150 types of gin, including an edited selection on an old-fashioned trolley that can be wheeled right to your table.

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