Overview & Historical Significance
Opened in 2007 by Las Vegas Sands, The Venetian Macao is a $2.4 billion masterpiece modeled after its Las Vegas counterpart. Spanning 10.5 million sq ft, it anchors Macau’s Cotai Strip and holds records as:
- Largest casino (870 gaming tables, 3,000 slots).
- Sixth-largest building globally by floor area.
- First integrated resort in Asia, blending hospitality, gaming, and entertainment.
Architectural Marvel
Designed by Aedas, the resort replicates Venice’s romantic aesthetics:
- Grand Canal Shoppes: Indoor canals with gondolas, arched bridges, and a painted "sky ceiling".
- 1,530 concrete pilings support its reclaimed-land foundation.
- 40-story tower housing 3,036 suites, each over 70 sqm.
Key Attractions
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Gaming & Leisure:
- Casino: High-limit rooms, poker tournaments, and VIP lounges.
- teamLab SuperNature: A 5,000㎡ digital art museum with interactive installations.
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Dining:
- Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill: British gastropub fare.
- Jiang Nan by Jereme Leung: Shanghainese fine dining.
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Entertainment:
- Cotai Arena: Hosts NBA games, concerts (e.g., Blackpink), and MMA fights.
- Gondola Rides: Indoor/outdoor routes with singing gondoliers (~150 MOP).
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Shopping:
- 350+ boutiques (e.g., Louis Vuitton, Zara) along faux-Venetian streets.
Visitor Essentials
- Location: Estrada da Baía de N. Senhora da Esperança, Cotai.
- Transport: Free shuttles from Macau ferry terminals; 8-min drive from Taipa Ferry Terminal.
- Hours: 24/7 casino; shops/dining 10 AM–11 PM.
- Tickets: Observation deck ~70 MOP; teamLab ~208 MOP.
Cultural Impact
Beyond luxury, The Venetian Macao symbolizes Macau’s East-West fusion:
- Hosts the Miss International Pageant and Lusophone festivals.
- Features Macanese-Portuguese design elements alongside Italian motifs.
A beacon of modern Macau, The Venetian redefines opulence with every gondola stroke and roulette spin.
