Tainan Art Museum
臺南市美術館
The white pentagonal shard-like roof of Building Two was designed by Shigeru Ban, while Building One was converted from a police station of the Japanese occupation period.
The Tainan Art Museum has two buildings. Building One was converted from the former Tainan Police Station, completed in 1931, and focuses on modern Taiwanese art. Building Two opened in 2019, designed by Shigeru Ban and architect Shih Chao-yung. Its white pentagonal shard-like roof was inspired by flame tree blossoms, and the rooftop terrace and central courtyard are popular photo spots. It mainly presents contemporary art and special exhibitions. The two buildings are about 5 minutes' walk apart, and tickets are valid for both. Prices are as listed on the official website, and the museum is closed on Mondays. Right next door are the Confucius Temple and Hayashi Department Store.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm; closed Mon
Nearby sights
- Museum of Taiwan Literature
- Tainan Confucius Temple
- Hayashi Department Store
- Koxinga Shrine
- Tainan Judicial Museum
- Sacrificial Rites Martial Temple
- Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
- Grand Mazu Temple