Macao Museum of Art
澳門藝術博物館
A comprehensive art museum in the Macao Cultural Centre, with Chinese and Western paintings, Shiwan ceramic sculpture and calligraphy, and frequent high-quality special exhibitions.
The Macao Museum of Art is located in the Macao Cultural Centre in the New Port area. It opened in 1999 and has five floors of galleries. Its permanent displays cover historical painting, including scenes of Macao by George Chinnery and other export-painting artists, as well as Chinese painting and calligraphy, Shiwan ceramics and contemporary art. Each year it also hosts large international exhibitions, making it an excellent place to learn about the East-West artistic exchange in Macao's history. Admission is about MOP 5, and entry is free on Sundays and public holidays. The museum is closed on Mondays and is generally open 10:00–19:00. It's a 10-minute walk from Hotel Lisboa or Fisherman's Wharf, and can be combined with the Handover Gifts Museum.
Opening hours
About 10:00 am–7:00 pm; closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Handover Gifts Museum of Macao
- Kun Iam Statue
- Macao Science Center
- Macau Fisherman's Wharf
- Golden Lotus Square
- Macao Grand Prix Museum
- Wynn Macau
- Guia Fortress & Lighthouse