The Parisian Macao (澳門巴黎人)
Half-scale Eiffel Tower replica and French-themed Cotai resort
Overview
The Parisian Macao brings a touch of Paris to the Cotai Strip, anchored by a half-scale replica of the Eiffel Tower standing 162 meters tall. The iron-lattice tower features two observation decks (on the 7th and 37th floors) offering panoramic views over the Cotai resort corridor and across to the Macau Peninsula. The resort itself is designed in Haussmann-era Parisian style, with a grand lobby featuring frescoed ceilings, a massive crystal chandelier, and French-themed retail at the Shoppes at Parisian. I've taken the elevator up for sunset and watched the Strip light up below — the tower's evening light show (illuminated with 6,600 lights) adds a dramatic backdrop. It's unabashedly kitschy but executed on a grand scale, and connected indoors to neighboring resorts so you can explore without braving Macau's summer heat.
Key Features
- Eiffel Tower observation decks: 7th-floor deck (outdoor, closer to the resort) and 37th-floor deck (panoramic, at 162m). Tickets around MOP75–125 depending on deck and package; combined tickets with The Venetian gondola available.
- Eiffel Tower light shows: The tower illuminates with twinkling light shows every 15–20 minutes from evening until late — best viewed from the ground across the resort's fountain plaza.
- Shoppes at Parisian: French-themed shopping arcade with international brands, beauty stores, and a food court under Parisian street facades.
- Dining: French brasseries (including a sidewalk-cafe-style outlet), Chinese restaurants, international buffets, and a patisserie with macarons and pastries.
- Theatre: The Parisian Theatre hosts international cabaret-style shows, concerts, and family entertainment.
- Connected resorts: Indoor air-conditioned walkways connect directly to The Venetian Macao, The Londoner Macao, and Four Seasons.
Admission & Hours
Public areas, lobbies, shops: Free entry; shops generally 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (until midnight weekends)
Eiffel Tower observation decks: Tickets MOP75–125 (varies by deck and whether purchased in advance online). Typically 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (weather permitting); hours vary by season.
Casino: 24 hours; minimum age 21; bring your passport.
Access & Transportation
Free shuttle buses: Complimentary Parisian-branded shuttles run from Macau International Airport, Taipa Ferry Terminal, Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal, and the Border Gate.
Public bus: Routes 21A, 25, 25B, 26A, 51A, MT1, MT4 serve the Cotai Strip (MOP6 with MacauPass; MOP8 cash).
Macao LRT: The nearest stations are "Cotai East" and "East Asian Games" on the Taipa Line, about a 10-minute walk from the resort.
Taxi: Tell the driver "Ba Li Ren" (巴黎人) — universally recognized on the Cotai Strip.
Walking: 5 minutes indoors from The Venetian; 15 minutes from Taipa Village.
Visitor Tips
- Best tower time: Arrive 30 minutes before sunset to see the Strip in daylight, at golden hour, and illuminated at night.
- Free photo spot: The fountain plaza in front of the tower (ground level) offers the best full-tower photos without buying a ticket.
- Combine visits: Walk indoors to The Venetian for gondolas, The Londoner for British-themed photo spots, and MGM COTAI for art — no need to step outside.
- Dress code: Smart casual if entering gaming areas (neat T-shirts/jeans are fine; no flip-flops, beachwear, or sleeveless tops in the casino).
- Light shows: Check the resort website for the evening light show schedule — it's free and fun to watch from the plaza.
Nearby Attractions
- The Venetian Macao — Connected via indoor walkway (5 minutes)
- MGM COTAI — Connected via indoor walkway
- City of Dreams — 10-minute walk across the Strip
- Taipa Village — 15-minute walk for authentic food