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Manicure & Pedicure

Manicure & Pedicure, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  I had my nails done at this very crowded shop.Their service was very fast and efficient.One gal started to work on my feet while the other gal worked on my hand when she was done with her customer. 

Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  Get ready your departure card at the China's immigration. When you cross over to the Macau's Immigration, do fill up the arrival card before you join the queue.After reaching the barrier gate, walk to the end and you will see a signboard showing directions for free shuttle... 

S H O P till you drop

S H O P till you drop, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  You can buy and shop for almost anything in this underground shopping mall called the Port Plaza.This will be the best place to be when it is a rainy day in Macau.Cheap services like manicure & pedicure (RMB30), massages, hairwash & haircut (RMB30).This is a shopping heaven... 

How to get across from Macau to Gongbei

How to get across from Macau to Gongbei, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  We made our way to Gongbei after we checkin to our hotel as it was a rainy day.Just take a bus to the barrier gate and when you reach the bus terminus where everybody alight, take the esclator up and follow the crowd.You will come across a beautiful landscape garden and... 

Hotels  

12: aef wef

12: aef wef, Gongbei

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Restaurants  

Lao Si Chuan Restaurant

Lao Si Chuan Restaurant, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  This is a good restaurant catering to Sichuan food, thus spicy food! If you are fans of extremely spicy food, try the fish fillets put into a large bowl of mixed oil and spicy peppers. It is a staple food of Sichuan. 

"Shanxi" style food

"Shanxi" style food, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  A small stall that caters to Shanxi style noodles and snacks. Try any types of noodles in beef or lamb. Steer away from the soups as it is basically clear broth with no meaty taste. 

KungFu: KungFu

KungFu: KungFu, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  Kungfu served both breakfast and normal menu.Just find this hop very interesting. There are many people eating in this fast food restaurant.If you are a fan of Bruce Lee, you should come and give this restaurant a try. 

QiLin Cake Shop: QiLin Cake Shop

QiLin Cake Shop: QiLin Cake Shop, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  QiLin is a very popular bakery shop and there were long queue at the cashier.Many people were crowded at the bread counter and we decide to check it out too. 

XiYuan Cha Chan Teng: XiYuan Cha Chan Teng

XiYuan Cha Chan Teng: XiYuan Cha Chan Teng, Gongbei

 imstress Says:   We were attracted by the deco of XiYuan Cha Chan Teng and went there for our dinner.We ordered African Chicken with Spagetti and Fries Set, Steak with rice and Zhuang Yuan Zhou (Porridge).We think that food in Macau taste better than here. 

Xingqilin Leisure Workshop: Xingqilin Leisure Workshop

Xingqilin Leisure Workshop: Xingqilin Leisure Workshop, Gongbei

 imstress Says:  We had our tea break at Xingqilin Leisure Workshop after shopping around.We ordered their sandwhiches, egg tart, coffee, tea, cakes and drinks. The food and drinks are reasonably priced 

Hengqin Oysters

Hengqin Oysters, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  A real local Chinese restaurant catering to the local delicacy: Hengqin Oysters. Most people opt for hot pot style in cooking the oysters. You may also try fried oysters as well. 

China Good Food City

China Good Food City, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  This is a large food court style restaurant with over 20 booths to choose from. the prices are extremely cheap and very delicious.Note: Nov 2005 - the food court doesn't seem to exist anymore. Fried sweet and sour fish for RMB25. A waiter will pour your cup of Chinese tea... 

Food Court in Port Plaza

Food Court in Port Plaza, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  A food court exists in the newer section of Port Plaza underground mall. It offers many Western style fast foods such as pizzas, sandwiches and Turkish kebabs. Turkish lamb kebabs from RMB9.50. The pizzas at 8" diameter costs around RMB22-26 depending ont eh style. 

McDonalds and KFC: McDonalds wohoo..

McDonalds and KFC: McDonalds wohoo.., Gongbei

 graphics1976 Says:  McDonalds and KFC - you know. McDonalds: #2 + chocolate ice-cream + apple pie.KFC: #1 + mashed potato 

Shopping  

Port Plaza: Underground mall adjacent to the Macau border

Port Plaza: Underground mall adjacent to the Macau border, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  The mall caters mainly into women's clothing, shoes and accessories. However, there are the odd CD shop, restaurants and bookstores. 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Transport Touts

Transport Touts, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  Watch out for touts offering cheap transport in their minivans. They are often much more expensive than the taxi stand in the underground of Port Plaza (near the Kee Kwan Bus Terminal). Furthermore, they are unlicensed! 

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Border area with Macau

Border area with Macau, Gongbei

 vincentf Says:  This is the most popular way of entering Macau from Zhuhai. Thus, throngs of people pass through this border every single day. Vehicles may also cross this border as well, in addition to the Lotus Bridge linking Macau and Hengqin Island (China). This is the main overland... 

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Day trip to Gongbei from Macau

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  We made our way to Gongbei after we checkin to our hotel as it was a rainy day. Just take a bus to the barrier gate and when you reach the bus terminus where everybody alight, take the esclator up... 

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Gongbei - across from Macau SAR

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 Gongbei is the district right across from Macau. It is a part of Zhuhai city and easily accessible by just walking across the border at Portas do Cerco in Macau. This photo was shot just prior to... 

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 Street to Macao Gate (Gongbei port.) 

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