Museum of Taipa and Coloane History

The Museum of Taipa and Coloane History occupies a green Portuguese building displaying archaeological discoveries, religious artifacts, handcrafts, and architectural models across two floors of exhibitions. The collection documents how the islands changed and developed throughout different historical periods.

The building was constructed in the late 1800s as an administrative center for the islands during Portuguese rule in Macau. It reflects how important these islands were to the region's governance at that time.

The galleries show how people lived and worked on the islands across different eras, featuring everyday objects, religious items, and traditional crafts that reveal local customs. Visitors see how these communities developed and what shaped their way of life over time.

The museum is open from Tuesday through Sunday and offers a straightforward path through two exhibition floors that work well for most visitors with different interests. The green building is easy to locate and the layout is clear and simple to navigate.

Excavations between 2002 and 2004 uncovered many objects now displayed in the permanent exhibition on the first floor. These finds provide insight into the daily lives of earlier inhabitants and reveal what archaeologists learned about the islands.

Location: 嘉模堂區 Nossa Senhora do Carmo

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Phone: +85328825631

Email: dic@iacm.gov.mo

Website: https://iacm.gov.mo/cotaimuseum

GPS coordinates: 22.15238,113.55568

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07