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Explore Macau's Historic Ruins of St. Paul

Step back in time at the iconic Ruins of St. Paul, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the crown jewel of Macau tourism. Immerse yourself in breathtaking history as you explore this legendary 17th-century facade, offering unparalleled cultural insights and stunning photo opportunities. Whether you choose a professional guided sightseeing tour or a private historical excursion, you'll discover the rich heritage and architectural wonders that make this landmark a must-visit attraction. Book your unforgettable Macau experience today and walk through the gates of history!

4.5/5 avg ratingTours from $101.9630 unique experiences73% free cancellation

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$177–$458 typical

Median price is $250, with a full range of $102–$765

Rating

Rating

4.52★ average

Based on 684 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Length

Tour Length

5–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural sightseeing

60% of options are sightseeing and cultural tours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

73% free cancellation

100% of tours offer instant confirmation

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes EN, ZH, JA, KO, and PT

20 Products

Macau Private Tour with an Insider

Macau Private Tour with an Insider

4 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.88 (60 reviews)
96.49%
3.51%
excellentknowledgeableBest guide and driver
Viator
$327
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Macau Private Tour with an Insider
Summary

Dive deep into tales of Macau without the legwork ! Our attentive tour guide and driver will assist you in getting the most out of your time in Macau. During this leisure journey, you’ll shuttle in the city through nostalgic alleyways & bustling Vegas strip, admiring must-see iconic spots and hidden...

Inclusions
  • Complimentary bottle of water and Macau-designed souvenir per guest
  • Pick up at the your Hotel/Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal/HK-Macau-Zhuhai Bridge (Macau Terminal)
  • Attentive English/Chinese tour guide (Spanish/Japanese/Thai upon request with surcharge)
Exclusions
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Travel Visa to Macau (if applicable)
  • Air, Ferry tickets or any other transportation fees
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • All personal expenses and other items not stated in the itinerary
Itinerary
  • Guia Lighthouse
  • Mandarin's House
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
  • Macau Giant Panda Pavilion
  • Taipa Village Macau
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Guided Macau Sightseeing Tour from Macau Hotels

Guided Macau Sightseeing Tour from Macau Hotels

5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.8 (51 reviews)
90.32%
9.68%
Great tourgreat waygreat guide
Viator
$119
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Guided Macau Sightseeing Tour from Macau Hotels
Summary

Macau was the Far-East’s first European settlement and has a wealth top attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. See the best in this one-day tour. Visit the dramatic Ruins of St. Paul’s Church and walk through the pedestrianized Senado Square. Explore one of the oldest temples in Macau at the A...

Inclusions
  • English speaking guide services throughout the tour
Exclusions
  • Gratuities and personal Insurance
  • Entrance tickets to the Observation deck HKD208
Itinerary
  • Kun Iam Statue
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Leal Senado (Municipal Council)
  • Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
  • A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
  • Casino at Venetian Macao
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Macau|Private Sightseeing Tour with Local Driver-Guide

Macau|Private Sightseeing Tour with Local Driver-Guide

6 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.77 (13 reviews)
92.73%
7.27%
Good experiencefriendly driverHighly recommend
Viator
$471
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Macau|Private Sightseeing Tour with Local Driver-Guide
Summary

Discover the unique cultural fusion of Portuguese and Chinese heritage on this private 6-hour Macau sightseeing tour, led by a friendly local driver-guide. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle as you visit iconic landmarks such as the Ruins of St. Paul’s, Senado Square, A-Ma Temple, and the ...

Inclusions
  • Fuel, parking and toll charges included
  • Private transportation by bus, van or Limo (depending on group size)
  • Professional tour driver / guide (based on selected option)
Exclusions
  • Tips (optional)
  • Food and beverages
  • Entrance tickets
  • Ferry tickets
  • Hotel accommodation
Itinerary
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
  • Guia Fortress
  • A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
  • Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
  • Taipa Village Macau
  • The Venetian Macao
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Macau law strictly prohibits overloading. Children and infants (including those carried) are counted as one passenger., All surcharges must be paid directly to the driver in cash (HKD) or by credit card, which is subject to a 5% service fee., Please indicate the number, size, and type of luggage or suitcases (if any) at the time of booking., Extra time beyond the tour duration will be charged at HKD 400 per hour for the driver and HKD 250 per hour for the tour guide., During Macau public holidays, an additional surcharge of HKD 300–500 will apply per driver and per guide. Surcharges during the Chinese New Year period will be quoted separately., Applicable Macau Public Holidays Include: January 1, Chinese New Year period*, Labour Day*, National Day*, Mid-Autumn Festival*, Chung Yeung Festival, December 20, 24–26*, and 31., *Golden Week periods related to the above holidays may also be subject to additional surcharges., Please kindly provide a contact number with WhatsApp access for easier coordination. One day before the tour, we will create a WhatsApp group including you and the assigned driver, and share the vehicle and driver details to ensure smooth arrangement., In case of bad weather (Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above), bookings within 24 hours can be refunded or rescheduled free of charge. If you still choose to proceed on the same day, service availability will depend on road and safety conditions, and an additional fee may apply if service is provided., Please note that smoking, eating, and drinking are strictly prohibited inside the vehicle for all passengers.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Classic Macau Day Tour: Ferry Pier Pickup & Lunch Included

Classic Macau Day Tour: Ferry Pier Pickup & Lunch Included

6 hrsFree cancellation
4.04 (24 reviews)
54.55%
45.45%
Fantastic experienceTour guide was informativeWhole tour was great
Viator
$72
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Classic Macau Day Tour: Ferry Pier Pickup & Lunch Included
Summary

Macau is a small peninsula on the Pearl River Delta in mainland China, you can reach there by 1-hour ferry from Hong Kong. It's an overseas territory by Portuguese until 1999, and it reflects a mix of Portuguese and Chinese influences. Its giant casinos and extravagant malls have earned it the nickn...

Inclusions
  • If you do not offer a preferred pickup place or address, you will receive cancellation note & refund
  • Ruins of St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church (World Heritage)
  • 1700 ferry: Free time at Sands Casino (1420-1500). Return ferry
  • Pickup from Macau Taipa Ferry Terminal
Exclusions
  • Macau Visa fee for customer who needs a Macau entry visa
  • SkyWalk and bungee jump on Macau Tower
Itinerary
  • Historic Centre of Macau
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, If you book a tour, but do not offer a pickup place, you will receive cancellation notice and refund. If you stay in a local home or a hotel not in the pickup list, please inform of the address upon booking. You will be informed of the nearest pickup hotel and pickup time to meet your tour guide. Your reply of approval of this pickup arrangement and deadline of apply time is critical. The deadline is 3pm one day prior of your Macau tour day. This is the time when all ferry tickets will be bought for Macau tour next day. After the deadline, all bookings without a pickup plan will be cancelled automatically., If you book an activity less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity start time, you are required to telephone the local tour supplier immediately right after your booking. Otherwise the tour bus will not come to your hotel., You will receive a Final Confirmation Voucher with pickup time and meeting place from the local tour supplier in Hong Kong. The telephone number of the local tour supplier is displayed on your voucher. The office is open from 0700 to 2100 Hong Kong time. If no one answers the phone call after office hour, please telephone again at 0700 next day to add you in the pickup list., Upon pickup, your tour guide will find you by eye contact, or read your name from the pickup list. MUST be on time since the reserved round-trip ferry tickets are not changeable. There is no refund for no show or being late., Please inform your nationality on reservation. You are recommend to use keyword of "Corpo de Polícia de Segurança Pública" to search on Internet and check if you need a visa for Macau. Please bring along passport for immigration entry at Macau., The immigration department of Hong Kong has announced that starting from 23 January 2017, Indian national must apply for and successfully complete pre-arrival registration online before they can visit Hong Kong visa-free. From 23 January for any Indian passport holder join the any outgoing tour to Macau must bring their passport and with copy of pre-arrival registration. When your tour guide pick up the Indian guest for outgoing tour to Macau, they will check with the guest to ensure they have the copy of pre-arrival registration., Chinese passport holders need to have Macau Travel Permit and should apply it from Chinese Embassy before you arrive in Hong Kong. Chinese citizen from mainland China please do not book this tour because you might have problem for re-entry of Hong Kong in the same day. Due to different explanation of visiting times of your Hong Kong Travel Permit, you might be rejected to re-enter into Hong Kong,, Museum of Macau is not included for tours on Monday., Ages below 21 or those wearing shorts or slippers are not allowed access to casino. No photos allowed inside museum and casino. If you do not enter into casino, you can walk around the nearby area and come back in time., If you want to stay on Macau Tower to take SkyWalk or bungee jump at own cost, you will give up the visit of Sands Casino (no partial refund). Please tell your tour guide that you will leave the group, and ask for your return ferry ticket. Please notice no land transfer will be arranged after Macau Tower if you leave the group., If you choose return ferry at 2200: After lunch, you will not visit Sands Casino. You will be transferred to Venetian Macao. Free time in Cotai Strip. Your coach & guide will leave. You will on your own. Please take free hotel shuttle bus (offered by Venetian Macao) to ferry terminal @2100. Then take ferry back to Hong Kong at 2200. No pickup from ferry terminal on Hong Kong side, return coach transfer from ferry terminal to your hotel in Hong Kong will be arranged by yourself.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Macau: Private Historic City Tour with Local Food Tasting Tour

Macau: Private Historic City Tour with Local Food Tasting Tour

7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.4 (5 reviews)
66.67%
33.33%
food good
Viator
$204
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Macau: Private Historic City Tour with Local Food Tasting Tour
Summary

Experience the heart of Macau on this private guided tour with hotel pickup and drop-off, combining iconic landmarks, local flavors, and Portuguese heritage. Begin at the Ruins of St. Paul’s and Mount Fortress for panoramic views, then explore the Macau Museum to discover the city’s Chinese roots an...

Inclusions
  • Lunch
  • Take free hotel shuttle bus (offered by Venetian Macao) to ferry terminal @2100. Take ferry @2200.
  • Pickup from major centrally located hotels
Exclusions
  • Macau Visa fee for customer who needs a Macau entry visa
  • Dinner
  • Transfer from Venetian Macau to Macau Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal (You will take free hotel shuttle bus offered by Venetian Macao)
  • Return coach transfer from ferry terminal to your hotel in Hong Kong
  • Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended)
  • SkyWalk and bungee jump on Macau Tower
Itinerary
  • Historic Centre of Macau
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Old Walled City
  • Macao Museum
  • Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
  • Monte Forte (Fortaleza do Monte)
  • St. Dominic's Church
  • The Museum Of The Holy House Of Mercy Of Macau
  • Made In Macau (grand Lisboa Palace)
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, If you book a tour, but do not offer a pickup place, you will receive cancellation notice and refund. If you stay in a local home or a hotel not in the pickup list, please inform of the address upon booking. You will be informed of the nearest pickup hotel and pickup time to meet your tour guide. Your reply of approval of this pickup arrangement and deadline of apply time is critical. The deadline is 3pm one day prior of your Macau tour day. This is the time when all ferry tickets will be bought for Macau tour next day. After the deadline, all bookings without a pickup plan will be cancelled automatically., If you book an activity less than 24 hours prior to the scheduled activity start time, you are required to telephone the local tour supplier immediately right after your booking. Otherwise the tour bus will not come to your hotel., You will receive a Final Confirmation Voucher with pickup time and meeting place from the local tour supplier in Hong Kong. The telephone number of the local tour supplier is displayed on your voucher. The office is open from 0700 to 2100 Hong Kong time. If no one answers the phone call after office hour, please telephone again at 0700 next day to add you in the pickup list., Upon pickup, your tour guide will find you by eye contact, or read your name from the pickup list. MUST be on time since the reserved round-trip ferry tickets are not changeable. There is no refund for no show or being late., Please inform your nationality on reservation. You are recommend to use keyword of "Corpo de Polícia de Segurança Pública" to search on Internet and check if you need a visa for Macau. Please bring along passport for immigration entry at Macau., The immigration department of Hong Kong has announced that starting from 23 January 2017, Indian national must apply for and successfully complete pre-arrival registration online before they can visit Hong Kong visa-free. From 23 January for any Indian passport holder join the any outgoing tour to Macau must bring their passport and with copy of pre-arrival registration. When your tour guide pick up the Indian guest for outgoing tour to Macau, they will check with the guest to ensure they have the copy of pre-arrival registration., Chinese passport holders need to have Macau Travel Permit and should apply it from Chinese Embassy before you arrive in Hong Kong. Chinese citizen from mainland China please do not book this tour because you might have problem for re-entry of Hong Kong in the same day. Due to different explanation of visiting times of your Hong Kong Travel Permit, you might be rejected to re-enter into Hong Kong,, Museum of Macau is not included for tours on Monday., Ages below 21 or those wearing shorts or slippers are not allowed access to casino. No photos allowed inside museum and casino. If you do not enter into Sands Casino, you can walk around the nearby area and come back in time., If you want to stay on Macau Tower to take SkyWalk or bungee jump at own cost, you will give up the rest program of Venetian Macao (no partial refund). Please tell your tour guide that you will leave the group, and ask for your return ferry ticket. Please notice no land transfer will be arranged after Macau Tower if you leave the group.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Macau Day Tour - From your Macau hotel

Macau Day Tour - From your Macau hotel

6 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.5 (2 reviews)
75%
25%
amazing
Viator
$458
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Macau Day Tour - From your Macau hotel
Summary

Full-day Macau tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, customize your day according to your interests and see only Macau sights that you wish to see. Choose to visit some of the city’s iconic highlights; taking you to the most popular attractions; or discover into the rich historical heritage of...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Transport by private vehicle (should option is selected)
Itinerary
  • A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
  • Moorish Barracks
  • Lilau Square
  • Mandarin's House
  • St. Lawrence's Church
  • St. Augustine’s Church
  • Leal Senado (Municipal Council)
  • Largo do Senado (Senado Square)
  • St. Dominic's Church
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • Na Tcha Temple
  • Grand Lisboa Casino
  • Taipa Village Macau
Good to know
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Wheelchair accessible, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Macau City Sightseeing Day Tour with Lunch

Macau City Sightseeing Day Tour with Lunch

7 hrs
0
Viator
$135
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Macau City Sightseeing Day Tour with Lunch
Summary

Discover the best of Macau on this full-day sightseeing tour with 4-star hotel buffet lunch, ideal for families, friends, and culture enthusiasts seeking history, scenery, and luxury experiences in one seamless journey. Begin at the iconic Ruins of St. Paul's, a striking 17th-century Portuguese lan...

Inclusions
  • Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel
  • Lunch
  • English / Mandarin-speaking guide
Exclusions
  • Other personal expenses
Itinerary
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, For departures from Macau, child ticket is valid for children aged 1-9, Enter your Macau hotel name and hotel address at the checkout page, In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund, This is a shared transfer and early or late pick-up is possible, Please see the https://drive.google.com/open?id=1CWaBtRphgsMimSfSw7LMhQLPsAB2qu8X&usp=sharing, Arrive at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before your selected pick up time, The total time include the transportation time.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Macau Life Style Tour - LINE A

Macau Life Style Tour - LINE A

7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$249
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Macau Life Style Tour - LINE A
Summary

Line A (Heritage / Culture / Shopping / Family) The Historic Centre> Ruins of St.Paul, Nacha Temple, Macau Fortress, St.Dominic Church, Leal Senado Building, Senado Square, General Post Office Building, A-Ma Temple, Macau Tower to level 58 and 61, Heading to interchange in Macau Fisherman’s Wharf, F...

Inclusions
  • Coach & Professional tour guide service , Lunch & Admission ticket
Exclusions
  • Driver & Guide Tips: HKD50 per head
Itinerary
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Macau Highlights 5 Hour Guided Tour with Local Lunch

Macau Highlights 5 Hour Guided Tour with Local Lunch

5 hrsFree cancellation
0
Viator
$59$65
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Macau Highlights 5 Hour Guided Tour with Local Lunch
Summary

Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Macau in just 5 hours on this comprehensive guided tour. Visit UNESCO spiritual sites, admire colonial architecture, and enjoy glimpses of the modern skyline. Savor a delightful hotel buffet lunch while learning about Macau's unique blend of Eastern and Western...

Inclusions
  • Macau Pickup and Drop-off
  • Professional Tour Guide
Exclusions
  • Personal Travel Insurance
Itinerary
  • A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
  • Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • The Venetian Macao
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private One Day Macau Tour

Private One Day Macau Tour

7 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
0
Viator
$560
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Private One Day Macau Tour
Summary

Discover the amazing former Portuguese city of Macau from a full-day private tour led by an excellent local guide. Explore historical Ruins of St Paul and impressive A-Ma Temple, which are both UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of China.

Inclusions
  • Entrance fees of sites
  • Professional English and Chinese speaking tour guide guide
  • Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Itinerary
  • Ruins of St. Paul's
  • A-Ma Temple (Ma Kok Miu)
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Dress code is smart casual, A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, Passport names, passport numbers, date of birth and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

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Macao Museum

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Monte Fort (Fortaleza do Monte)
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Monte Fort (Fortaleza do Monte)

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St. Dominic’s Church (Igreja de Sao Domingos)
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St. Dominic’s Church (Igreja de Sao Domingos)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the 18 tours we compare across booking platforms, the largest share are private tours, accounting for 72% of the options. This makes them a very popular choice for those seeking a more personalized experience at the landmark.

Prices vary depending on the level of service, but the typical spread for the options we compare is between $92–$691. Most tours fall within a median range of $294.

You should plan for a significant portion of your day, as the duration of these experiences typically ranges from 5–8 hours, with a median length of 7 hours.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with an average rating of 4.57★ across 136 pooled reviews. Travelers frequently describe the experiences as fantastic and excellent, often highlighting that the guides are courteous, knowledgeable, and full of humour.

Yes, there is great variety in language options. The tours we compare are offered in 8 different languages: English, Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, Zh-Tw, Korean, Thai, and Zh-Cn.

Flexibility is widely available, as 78% of the options listed across booking platforms offer free cancellation. Additionally, 94% of the tours provide instant confirmation, which is helpful for last-minute planning.

While most tours focus on historical and cultural guidance, a handful of the options we compare are specifically tagged eco-friendly.

Take the TurboJET or Cotai Water Jet ferry. Alternatively, use the HZMB bus via the bridge for a cheaper option.

Yes, HKD is widely accepted. However, you may receive change in Macau Pataca, so keep local currency handy.

Use the free shuttle buses provided by major hotels. They are convenient and connect most major resorts.

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