Macao Maritime Museum
Museum type :
Civilization

Established in :
1990

Holidays :
Tuesdays

Visiting Hours :
10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m

Contact No :
(853)595481,595483

Location :
Macao, Mage Street, , China

Display Objects :

The Museum displays on three floors a comprehensive collection of material on Macau's maritime history, as well as numerous ship models and items of fishing equipment.

There are also displays illustrating the development of nautical and meteorological instruments, including a splendid 1897 barometer. A number of dioramas portray important events in the seafaring history of Macau.




Description :

The Macao Maritime Museum is an interactive museum located in Macau, China. It was opened in 2004 and is dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the maritime culture of Macau. The museum consists of three floors and covers a total area of 5,000 square meters. It houses a variety of interactive exhibits and displays, as well as a collection of historic ships and vessels. The first floor of the museum covers the history and development of Macau's maritime industry.

Exhibits include model vessels, photographs, and other artifacts that provide an overview of the city's maritime history. Visitors can also explore the lives of seafarers through interactive multimedia displays and activities. The second floor of the museum focuses on Macau's nautical traditions, with a variety of activities such as a simulated fishing game, a simulated game of sail, and a 3D movie about the maritime history of Macau.

Visitors can also explore the lives of the fishermen of Macau through interactive multimedia displays and activities. The third floor covers the environmental aspects of the local marine environment. This includes interactive displays and exhibits about the ocean and its creatures, as well as a large aquarium. Visitors can also learn about conservation efforts and the importance of preserving the marine environment.