Ruins of St. Paul's

Address Company of Jesus Square, Santo Antonio, Macau

Hours Facade: 24 hours. Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt: 09:00–18:00 (no admission after 17:30, closed Tuesday afternoons).

Phone +853 2836 6866

Announcement: UNESCO World Heritage

Entrance ¥0

Hours Facade: 24 hours....

Best Season Early morning (before 09:00) for photography without crowds, or late evening when the facade is beautifully illuminated.

Time needed 1–2 hours

Last visit: Jun 3, 2026

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Ruins of St. Paul's Overview

The iconic 17th-century stone facade of the Church of Mater Dei, heavily damaged by fire in 1835. Now a UNESCO World Heritage site, it serves as the ultimate symbol of Macau's unique blend of Eastern and Western history, drawing visitors from around the world to marvel at its intricate stone carvings.

Ruins of St. Paul's Opening Hours & Tickets

Facade: 24 hours. Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt: 09:00–18:00 (no admission after 17:30, closed Tuesday afternoons).
Best season: Early morning (before 09:00) for photography without crowds, or late evening when the facade is beautifully illuminated.
Ticket note: Free public access to the ruins and the Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt behind it...

Essential Ruins of St. Paul's Visitor Information

Enquiries: +853 2836 6866
Tourist Information Center nearby
Public Restrooms
Benches
Nearby souvenir shops

How to Get to Ruins of St. Paul's

Take local buses to Almeida Ribeiro (Senado Square) and walk for about 10 minutes. Taxis can drop off at nearby Rua de S. Paulo. The new LRT Barra station also brings you to the peninsula side.

Ruins of St. Paul's Travel Safety & Advice

Dial 999. Major hospitals (e.g., Conde S. Januario) are located on the peninsula and accessible via a short taxi ride.

Practical Info

Company of Jesus Square, Santo Antonio, Macau
Facade: 24 hours. Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt: 09:00–18:00 (no admission after 17:30, closed Tuesday afternoons).
+853 2836 6866

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On-site notes & editorial review

Tickets

Free public access to the ruins and the Museum of Sacred Art and Crypt behind it...

Online booking may be required

Tips

An excellent starting point for foreign tourists exploring the Historic Centre of Macau. Look closely at the carvings to spot the fusion of...

Reality Check

The grand staircase leading to the ruins is perpetually crowded, especially mid-day. Summer months are hot and extremely humid with virtually no shade at the monument itself.