Approximately 3.4 million to 3.5 million individuals are projected to travel to and from Macau during the May Day Golden Week celebration.
Macau's Tourist Surge During May Day Golden Week
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Prepare for a crowd! Macau's Public Security Police Force estimates a whopping 3.4 to 3.5 million individuals will join the bustling city during the upcoming May Day Golden Week holiday (May 1-5, 2025). This figure includes both arrivals and departures, and it's not just tourists flocking in.
May Day in mainland China signals a time for holiday festivities, and Macau, a popular destination, typically welcomes a surge in tourism.
At a press conference on Monday, the Public Security Police Force shared travel plans for the holiday, predicting Saturday, May 3 would be the busiest day for inbound and outbound travel, expecting close to 700,000 daily border crossings.
Historical data suggests that Macau's travel trends closely follow this pattern, with a dramatic rise in visitor arrivals on Saturday, 3 May. In 2024, for instance, the city welcomed a staggering 154,006 tourist arrivals on this day - the most significant single-day influx that year[5].
For those eager to take a trip to Macau during the holiday, brace yourselves for the crowd! The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) anticipates 635,000 to 700,000 visitors throughout the holiday period, equating to 127,000–140,000 daily entries[3][4][5]. This impressive figure represents a potential 5%-16% increase compared to 2024's visitor count of 604,395[5].
So dust off your passports, pack your bags, and get ready to dive headfirst into the vibrant world of Macau! Just remember, this bustling city will be brimming with excitement and good times!
[1] Macau SAR Government, Press Release (2025)[2] Macau Public Security Police Force (2025)[3] Macao Government Tourism Office (2025)[4] Macau Government Tourism Office (2025), Internal Forecast[5] Macau Government Tourism Office (2025), Annual Report (2024)
On Monday, authorities in Macau presented travel predictions for the upcoming May Day Golden Week, highlighting Saturday, May 3, as the busiest day for travel, with around 700,000 daily border crossings anticipated. In preparation for the surge in tourism, the Macao Government Tourism Office expects between 635,000 to 700,000 visitors during the holiday, marking a potential increase of 5%-16% compared to the 2024 visitor count. If you're planning a trip to Macau during this period, be aware that despite the exit bustle, the city promises an exciting and vibrant lifestyle experience.
