In June 2024, Macau experienced a notable increase in visitor arrivals, reflecting a robust recovery in the tourism sector. According to the latest data from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC), the total number of visitor arrivals reached 2,551,318, marking a significant 15.5% increase compared to the same month last year.
Visitor Arrivals Overview
In June 2024, the average number of visitors per day was approximately 85,000. This daily average accounts for 82.4% of the visitor numbers seen in June 2019, underscoring a strong rebound but still short of pre-pandemic levels.
The month saw a total of 1,316,114 same-day visitors and 1,235,204 overnight visitors. The average length of stay decreased slightly to 1.2 days, down by 0.1 days from the previous year.
Mainland China
Mainland China continued to be the largest source of visitors to Macau. In June 2024, 1,652,490 visitors arrived from mainland China, marking a year-on-year increase of 14.4%. This substantial influx highlights the continuing importance of this market for Macau’s tourism sector.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong visitors numbered 626,835 in June, reflecting a 4.2% increase compared to the same period last year. This steady growth indicates a stable flow of visitors from the Special Administrative Region, contributing significantly to Macau’s tourism recovery.
Taiwan
Taiwanese visitors saw a remarkable increase of 87.5%, with 80,548 arrivals in June 2024. This surge can be attributed to increased travel activity and improved bilateral relations.
The Philippines
The Philippines emerged as the largest source of international visitors, with 48,008 arrivals in June 2024. This figure represents a dramatic year-on-year increase of 90.2%, showcasing the growing interest among Filipino tourists in visiting Macau.
South Korea
South Korea followed closely with 30,848 visitors, marking an impressive year-on-year increase of 113.4%. This growth indicates a strengthening of tourism ties between Macau and South Korea.
First Half of 2024: Cumulative Data
In the first half of 2024, Macau welcomed a total of 16,719,983 visitors. This represents a substantial 43.6% increase compared to the same period in 2023 and recovers to 82.4% of the visitor numbers recorded in the first half of 2019.
Breakdown by Region
Mainland China: The largest contributor with 11,537,999 visitors, a significant increase of 52.9% year-on-year.
Hong Kong: 3,608,467 visitors, reflecting a steady recovery.
Taiwan: 404,895 visitors, showing continued growth.
International Arrivals
International arrivals totaled 1,168,622 in the first half of 2024. The Philippines led with 234,336 arrivals, marking a notable year-on-year increase of 110%. South Korea followed with 231,859 arrivals, a staggering year-on-year increase of 400%.
The data for June 2024 and the first half of the year reveals a dynamic recovery in Macau’s tourism sector. The overall growth in visitor arrivals, especially from mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia, highlights Macau’s enduring appeal as a global tourism hub. While the numbers have yet to fully recover to pre-pandemic levels, the trends indicate a positive trajectory and suggest a continued rebound in the months ahead.