Marine and Water Bureau Day is marked not only by a 24-hour period but also by a range of activities by that government unit throughout July. It includes the opening of the Guia Lighthouse – part of the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Macao, and usually off-limits to visitors – to the public every weekend during the month. Entry to the Maritime Museum is also free of charge on selected days in July. During those particular days, visitors can also try their respective hand at activities presented in several workshops. For the Marine and Water Bureau Fun Day (Jul 14th), the Government Dockyard grants visitors the opportunity to board one of the bureau’s vessels or have their photograph taken standing next to it. Several booths offering games are also available on the site during the Fun Day, to help visitors learn more about the work of the Marine and Water Bureau, as well as about maritime safety and water conservation. Visitors can try their hand at tying seafarer knots or firing a water cannon. In addition, there are boat rides available across the Inner Harbour on selected days.

Highlights

Guia Lighthouse Opening
Time: Jul 6th-7th, 13th-14th, 20th-21st, and 27th-28th: 10:00am to 5:30pm
Venue: Guia Lighthouse

Free Entry to the Maritime Museum
Time: Jul 13th-14th and 18th: 10:00am to 6:00pm, last admission at 5:30pm
Venue: Maritime Museum

Workshops
Time: Jul 13th-14th and 18th: 10:00am to 12:30pm, 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Venue: Maritime Museum’s esplanade

Marine and Water Bureau Fun Day
Time: Jul 14th: 10:00am to 5:00pm
Venue: Government Dockyard

Boat Rides in the Inner Harbour
Time: Jul 13th-14th and 22nd-23rd: 10:00am to 12:00noon; 3:00pm to 5:00pm (six rides available per day, 45 minutes each; register online via www.marine.gov.mo or on-site)
Venue: Doca da Ilha Verde

Admission: Free admission to all activities
Website: www.marine.gov.mo
Enquiries: (853) 2855 9922
Email: info@marine.gov.mo
Organiser: Marine and Water Bureau

Map : Guia Lighthouse | Maritime Museum | Government Dockyard