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Macau by Scooter
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Scooter, being the primary mode of transport for locals, is a wonderful way to see the sites of Macau. Renting a scooter in Macau can provide the convenience and freedom to see some of the more beautiful and less crowded spots, such as the Coloane Village, Cheoc Van Beach or the Portuguese fort in just one day.
It is a good idea to just ride around geting lost in the narrow streets in the old town area, where there are so many hidden places to discover. You can stumble by an unique Chinese antique shop, cheap local eatery serving Macau specialities, hidden art or jade gallery, a mysterious, old Taoist temple or some lively street market. You can stop almost anywhere, take a stroll, shot a few photos grab a bite and jump back on the scooter to discover more.
You could stop by in small, picturesque parks to listen to Chinese opera musicians rehearsing in the afternoons, stop for a photo with locals playing Mahjong in their shops or join locals in their early morning Tai Chi routine in many of the parks. Some of the old town (the Peninsula part) as well as Coloane island are quite hilly and picturesque, and riding those hills on a motorbike is much more fun than walking them.
Macau is very small in size and it is very easy to navigate around, but it is good to have a phone with Google Maps app in your pocket.
Hiring a scooter is highly recommended for anyone willing to experience Macau with its culture, history, local life, beyond the usual casinos.
Depending on your nationality, you only need a standard car driving license to hire a motorbike (most Western countries), but for some Asian licenses, you also need an international one.
It is a good idea to just ride around geting lost in the narrow streets in the old town area, where there are so many hidden places to discover. You can stumble by an unique Chinese antique shop, cheap local eatery serving Macau specialities, hidden art or jade gallery, a mysterious, old Taoist temple or some lively street market. You can stop almost anywhere, take a stroll, shot a few photos grab a bite and jump back on the scooter to discover more.
You could stop by in small, picturesque parks to listen to Chinese opera musicians rehearsing in the afternoons, stop for a photo with locals playing Mahjong in their shops or join locals in their early morning Tai Chi routine in many of the parks. Some of the old town (the Peninsula part) as well as Coloane island are quite hilly and picturesque, and riding those hills on a motorbike is much more fun than walking them.
Macau is very small in size and it is very easy to navigate around, but it is good to have a phone with Google Maps app in your pocket.
Hiring a scooter is highly recommended for anyone willing to experience Macau with its culture, history, local life, beyond the usual casinos.
Depending on your nationality, you only need a standard car driving license to hire a motorbike (most Western countries), but for some Asian licenses, you also need an international one.
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