November thrills: roaring races head-to-head with sizzling global flavors
Image via the Macao Government Tourism Office
Imagine a weekend where the thunder of engines melts into the aroma of street-side woks. No racing expertise needed—just a sense of adventure and a taste for excitement. This is Macao in November: two iconic events, one unforgettable escape. The Guia Circuit is a 6.2 km street track that threads the city's historic core, with barriers so close you can almost sense every gear shift. It's raw, it's real, and it has launched F1 champions like Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher. A strong result here remains a proven stepping-stone to a thriving racing career.
Video clip via the Macao Government Tourism Office
The Circuit That Bites Back
What draws the world's best drivers and their fans to Macao every November? It's the Guia Circuit's unique character: no run-off areas, no forgiveness. A single misjudged braking point at Lisboa Bend, the tightest right-hander in motorsport, and the wall ends the race.
The Melco Hairpin, just 7 metres wide at its narrowest, demands surgical precision—thread the needle or pay the price. Then come the Reservoir sweepers, where cars fly at over 220 km/h, inches from disaster.
Drivers come not for points, but for proof. The 72nd Macau Grand Prix ( November 13-16, 2025) runs on that legacy. Thursday and Friday are for learning the circuit's bite—practice and qualifying under pressure. Saturday and Sunday are when it bites back: full-throttle races where every overtake is hard-earned and every mistake could be final. The speed, the noise, the uncertainty, it's motorsport in its purest, most exhilarating form.
Image via Macau Ticket Homepage
Key Fact:
Length: 6.2 km (3.8 miles)
Direction: Clockwise
Notable corners: Lisboa Bend, Melco Hairpin, Reservoir Bend
Lap record (F3): ~2m06s
Elevation change: ~30 m
What is on for the 72nd Macau Grand Prix
Macau Grand Prix—FIA Formula Regional World Cup
Macau GT Cup—FIA GT World Cup
Macau Guia Race – Kumho FIA TCR World Tour Event of Macao
Macau F4 Race – FIA F4 World Cup
Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix—the 57th Edition
Greater Bay Area GT Cup (GT4)
Macau Roadsport Challenge
Images via the Macao Government Tourism Office
Tickets and Stands: Your Front-Row Seat
Image via the Macao Government Tourism Office
For the 72nd Macau Grand Prix (Nov 13–16, 2025), tickets are currently on sale for the Lisboa Bend Stand and Reservoir Stand on select days. Tickets are selling quickly; most prime seats for race days are already gone.
Dates: November 13–16, 2025
- November 13-14 (Thursday-Friday): Practice and Qualifying
- November 15-16 (Saturday-Sunday): Race Days
Date | Grand Stand | Lisboa Bend Stand | Reservoir Stand |
Nov 13 (Thu) | MOP $100 | MOP $100 | MOP $100 |
Nov 14 (Fri) | MOP $100 | MOP $100 | MOP $100 |
Nov 15 (Sat) | MOP $750 | MOP $120 | MOP $150 MOP $400 |
Nov 16 (Sun) | MOP $750 | MOP $1200 | MOP $150 MOP $400 |
Ticketing:
https://www.macau.grandprix.gov.mo/en/ticket-info
https://hk.trip.com/travel-guide/trip-events/142213680?curr=USD&locale=en_hk
Ticket Inquiry Hotline (24 Hours): +86-139 2691 1111
Image via the Macao Government Tourism Office
Seating Notes
- Lisboa Bend Stand: Assigned seating on race days (November 15–16); free seating on practice days (November 13-14).
- Reservoir Stand: Free seating throughout.
- Grand Stand: Free seating, but sold out on race days.
Images of the Stand Map via Macau Ticket Homepage
Grandstand A provides prime views of the start/finish line and pit lane, making it ideal for catching podium moments and dramatic race starts. The Lisboa Stand overlooks the tightest corner, where overtakes and high-stakes drama often unfold, perfect for action-packed viewing.
For those who appreciate raw speed and technical prowess, the Reservoir Stand showcases fast sweepers and skilled driving maneuvers. The Melco Hairpin delivers slow-motion drama and pro-level photo ops.
From Grid to Griddle: Macao Food Festival
Shifting gears to the culinary side, the 25th Macao Food Festival lights up Sai Van Lake Square next to the Macao Tower from November 14 to 30. As dusk settles, the square pulses with neon glow and the sizzle of woks — aromas of roasted duck, kimchi, and molten cheese wafting through the air. Wander six vibrant streets: Chinese (steaming dim sum), European (wood-fired pizza), Asian (satay, pho), Japanese & Korean (sushi, BBQ), Flavours (Macanese egg tarts, pork chop buns), and Dessert (bubble waffles, mango sago). Locals and visitors queue shoulder-to-shoulder, snapping photos under glowing signs while live bands play from corner stages. Free entry, dishes MOP $50-200.
Images via the Macao Government Tourism Office
Images via the Macao Government Tourism Office
Combo Itinerary: Race Day, Feast Night
To make the most of both worlds, consider a combo itinerary.
- Day 1 (November 15): Morning qualifications at the Lisboa Stand → evening Asian street eats at the festival.
- Day 2 (November 16): Main races from Grandstand A → sunset desserts by the lake.
Images via the Macao Government Toursim Office
Getting to Macao from Chinese Mainland
Direct flights are the most convenient option for the Grand Prix weekend.
Shanghai Daily direct flights (approx. 3 hours)
Beijing Approximately 28 weekly direct flights (approx. 3 hours 45 minutes)
Tianjin flight via Beijing/Shanghai (6-8 hours)
Suzhou High-speed train to Shanghai (30 minutes) then fly, or train to Guangzhou (5–6 hours) and connect via Zhuhai border (1 hour)
Shenzhen ferry from Shekou to Macao (1 hour)
Guangzhou high-speed train to Zhuhai (1-1.5 hours) then connect via Zhuhai border
Macao International Airport (MFM) is 15 minutes by taxi or complimentary hotel shuttle from the circuit area. Ferries from Shenzhen Shekou (1 hour) are also available but require additional mainland travel time.
Travel Tip: Macao Entry & Exit – Know Before You Go
Chinese Citizens
Use your Two-way Permit with a valid exit endorsement.
Max stay: 7 days (tourism).
Interval rule: Most cities require 1 month between visits.
Re-entry to mainland: Must have a valid endorsement. If expired, you cannot return directly — exit to Hong Kong or a third country.
Renew online via the National Immigration Administration app.
Foreign Passport Holders
Valid passport required (with at least 90 days beyond the intended stay).
Visa-free for 79 countries (e.g., US/UK/Canada: 30 days; EU/Japan/ Republic of Korea: 90 days).
Travel from China? You can enter Macao visa-free (if eligible), but cannot re-enter Chinese mainland unless your current China visa or visa-free stay (e.g., 144/240-hour transit) is still valid.
Plan your exit: After Macao, you must leave for Hong Kong or a third country — direct return to the Chinese mainland will be denied without a new China entry permit.
*For details on entry requirements for non-residents of Macao, please visit: https://www.gov.mo/en/services/ps-1474/ps-1474b/
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