Wynn Palace SkyCab and Performance Lake: A Must-Visit in Macau

There are two Wynn casinos in Macau, and the one with the gondola is at Wynn Palace in Cotai. Make sure not to mix them up! I made this mistake, thinking the gondola was at the older Wynn Macau, which also has a fountain in front but no gondola. If it weren't for my dad reminding me, I would have ended up at the wrong place. I have to hand it to my dad—he and my mom went to Macau during the pandemic for quarantine, and after they were allowed to leave the hotel, they explored the city thoroughly, visiting almost every possible tourist spot. They even remember all the locations and routes clearly.

They also took the gondola ride at Wynn Palace, and in the evening, they enjoyed a romantic time watching the night view and fountain together, even sending photos to my brothers and me. Naturally, we added this to our itinerary this time. Unfortunately, we arrived late and dinner took a bit longer than expected, so by the time we reached the gondola station, it was no longer open to the public—only hotel guests were allowed to queue up.

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Sunday to Thursday.

From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM (midnight), Friday to Saturday.

Daily:

From 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Every 30 minutes.

From 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM (midnight): Every 20 minutes.

Although it was a bit disappointing to miss the gondola ride, watching the fountain was still a great experience, especially at night when the atmosphere is much better. Visitors were all lined up trying to get the best angle for photos and videos. There are two boarding points for the gondola: one outside (which is where most people line up), and another inside the hotel on the second floor (most people recommend this spot as it usually has fewer people). It’s up to you where you want to queue, but the only downside of boarding from inside is that you have to walk farther into the hotel. So it’s all about personal preference! Just be aware that weekends are crowded, and nights are particularly busy, with everyone wanting to watch the fountain show and take pictures with the Golden Dragon.