Macau is a free port and there is no additional sales tax charged. Jewelry, particularly gold, Chinese antiques, porcelain, pottery, electronic gadgetry, cameras, watches and beadingworks are the most popular goods for visitors. They are available at duty-free prices and bargaining is expected and welcomed on many items. Other popular buys are Chinese herbs and medicines, dried seafood such as sharks' fins and abalone, Chinese and Macanese pastry tarts, and locally made knitwear sold at stalls.

When purchasing antiques, gold and jewelry, it is advisable to patronize shops recommended by the Goldsmiths' and Jewelers' Association and the Macau Government Tourist Office. A warranty and a receipt should be presented after purchasing jewelry, gold, cameras, watches and electrical goods.

The main shopping area is located along the Avenida do Infante D Henrique and Avenida AlmeidaRibeiro, S Domingos Market, Rua do Campo and Rua Pedro Nolasco da Silva. Antiques and unique gifts may be found in Macau's flea market in the pedestrian lanes near St Paul's Ruins. Avenida Almeida Ribeiro is where Armani has a large boutique; Avenida do Infante D. Henrique, Rua do Campo and the Outer Harbor is the place to find brand-name fashions, duty-free cosmetics, high quality children wear, bargain-priced electronics and much more at the New Yaohan and Landmark department stores. There is a fine selection of antiques, reproductions of antiques, exquisite handcrafts and other collectibles that are well priced, near St Paul's as well as in Coloane village. Many Hong Kong residents shop for collectable Chinese antiques at the shops on the streets below St Paul's, such as Rebecca Yu's China Art Furniture on Travassa S. Paulo, phone 326 540. Shopping hours are generally 10am to 8pm every day of the week but some shops may close on the first day of the month.

The Tourist Assistance Unit by Macau Government Tourist Office can offer assistance during you visit in Macau. Tel: (853) 340390. Add: Edidicio Ritz in Leal Senado Square. The office and the hotline Tel are operated daily including weekends from 9am to 6pm .