Barrier Gate (Portas do Cerco) Attractions & Landmark

Historic Border Crossing

Norte do Hipodromo
Macau,
Macau
Phone No. +853 2843 9310
Fax No. +853 2843 9311
Visit Websitehttp://www.macautourism.gov.mo..
E mailmgto@macautourism.gov.mo

Overview

Built in 1870, this imposing gateway marks the border between Macau and Mainland China. Its Portuguese name, "Porta do Cerco" which translates to "Gate of Siege", hints at the friction that has historically surrounded this border-crossing. Back in the days when communist China had virtually closed her borders, visitors used to come here in droves to look through the gate at the forbidden land. Today the border crossing is very busy and new buildings have been built to cope with the daily throng. There is also a handy tourist information office nearby, and the Sun Yat Sen Park.

Open Hours

Mo to Su from 07:15 AM to 01:00 PM, Mo to Su from 02:30 PM to 06:00 PM