[2025 Macau Shopping Mall] Travel Guide for MGM MACAU Shopping District (Updated May)

If you're coming to Macau soon, don't miss this! The Poly Art Museum at MGM Macau 🎆4 of the 12 authentic zodiac heads are on display here, and admission is free! It's really amazing to see them in person, especially the 🐯 head. From different angles, you can clearly see the 🐯 pattern on the 🐯 head. It's truly amazing! 🤫 In addition to the zodiac heads, the museum also has many other treasures. 📍Address: Poly Art Museum, 2F, MGM Macau Sky Plaza (located on the Macau Peninsula, you can take a free shuttle bus from the Macau border. Please note that this is MGM Macau, not MGM Cotai, which are two different places!) After entering the hotel, you can go left through the casino or right past the shops, both ways will get you there! ⏰Exhibition period: November 2, 2024–September 30, 2025 (from mid to late January, the 4 zodiac heads will be replaced with replicas) Opening hours: Monday–Thursday 11:00–19:00 Friday 11:00–21:00 Saturday/Sunday and public holidays 10:00–20:00 🌈Key exhibits ☛Yuanmingyuan bronze statues of the ox, tiger, monkey, and pig heads ☛19th-century silver chrysanthemum-patterned tea set ☛Tang Dynasty tri-colored glazed pottery figurines ☛Shipwreck porcelain ☛100-year-old message in a bottle 📷Exhibition interaction: There are many artworks in the exhibition hall combined with light and shadow effects, the lighting is good and photo-friendly (no flash 📸️). There are also interactive screens where you can click to view the introduction of the artifacts. This is probably the best interactive museum exhibition in China, so be sure to click on the screens for an interactive experience. It's a creative way to give you an in-depth understanding of the background and details of the artifacts, it's really great!

The MGM Macau Museum is currently showcasing four of the original bronze zodiac heads from the Old Summer Palace: the Monkey, Ox, Tiger, and Pig. These remarkable artifacts will be on display until mid to late January next year, after which replicas will replace them. Notably, the Pig head was acquired by the renowned patriotic entrepreneur Ho Hung Sun and donated to the Poly Art Museum. The exhibition is beautifully curated, featuring specially designed non-reflective glass, making it a perfect spot for photos. The bronze heads, cast in red copper, have withstood the test of time, with every strand of hair visible. Historical Background: These zodiac heads date back to the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty. They were designed by Italian court painter Giuseppe Castiglione, supervised by French missionary Michel Benoist, and crafted by Chinese court artisans. Originally, they were part of the fountain in front of the Haiyantang at the Old Summer Palace, serving both decorative and timekeeping purposes. Each zodiac head would spout water at its corresponding hour, with all twelve spouting simultaneously at noon. Tickets are available at the entrance for on-the-spot collection. #MGMZodiacHeadsExhibition #OldSummerPalaceZodiacHeads #ZodiacHeads #Exhibition #OldSummerPalace

The Macau Poly MGM Museum is currently showcasing four genuine animal head sculptures: the Ox, Tiger, Monkey, and Pig. This museum is renowned for its non-reflective glass displays, allowing visitors to see the intricate details of the sculptures' hair clearly. It's a moving experience, and many hope for the reunion of all twelve animal heads soon. Located at the Macau Poly MGM Museum, not to be confused with the MGM Cotai, visitors can reach the museum by taking the shuttle bus after crossing the border to Macau. Once you arrive, navigate to the "Sky Plaza" for the exhibition. Admission is free, but you need to book your visit in advance. Simply follow these steps: 1. Use the "MGM" public account to select your desired date for reservation. 2. Collect your tickets upon arrival. During holidays, you might need to queue at the service desk due to high demand. #HistoryAndCulture #MustVisitMuseum #ArtExhibition #MGM #YuanmingyuanAnimalHeads #UnforgottenTimes #Macau25thAnniversary #Homecoming

Embark on a journey to Macau to witness the awe-inspiring Zodiac Heads of Yuanmingyuan. The four bronze heads are truly breathtaking! Visiting the museum, you'll notice the glass doesn't reflect, offering a clear view of these magnificent pieces. We arrived at the MGM Cotai at 3:30 PM on a Saturday and waited in line for about half an hour. Viewing the Zodiac Heads is time-limited to 3 minutes, but including time for photos and exploring other areas, the entire visit takes about an hour and a half, making efficient use of your time. For those looking to capture photos with the Zodiac Heads, weekdays or early mornings when the museum opens are ideal as there are fewer visitors. However, if you visit during peak times like we did, with time restrictions, focus on taking individual photos of the heads first. After your time is up, stay on the left side of the outer area, find a good spot, and wait for the perfect moment between groups to capture additional shots during the brief 30-second gap. #YuanmingyuanZodiacHeads #MacauMGM #MacauMuseum

📍Address: 2/F, MGM Macau, Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen, NAPE, Macau 🚗Transportation: Shuttle bus: MGM offers free shuttle buses from the Border Gate, Taipa Ferry Terminal, Macau International Airport, and Macau Ferry Terminal. Operating hours are 9 am to 9 pm or 11:30 pm, with buses every 15–20 minutes. Public transport: Take a bus to Avenida Dr. Sun Yat Sen and walk to the museum. 👍️Reservations: Admission is free, but reservations are required. You can make a reservation on the MGM Macau website by providing your visit date, time, and personal information. We recommend making a reservation 3–5 days in advance, or earlier for popular times. ⌚️Opening hours and recent visitor numbers: Monday–Thursday: 11 am–7 pm Friday: 11 am–9 pm Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays: 10 am–8 pm The museum has been very popular recently, with large crowds on weekends and public holidays. We recommend visiting on a weekday for a more comfortable experience. If you visit on a weekend, try to go in the morning to avoid the crowds. ✅Exhibitions: The "Blue Ribbon: Exploring Mysterious Waters and Encountering Treasures of the Silk Road" exhibition is well worth a visit. It features 184 sets of 228 cultural relics and artworks, including the bronze heads of an ox, tiger, monkey, and pig from the Old Summer Palace, as well as underwater relics and silk products from the Maritime Silk Road. 💗Other tips: Visitor information Please follow the museum rules, do not touch the exhibits, and keep quiet. Smoking and eating are prohibited. If you take photos, please do not use flash. Visiting tips Allow 1–2 hours for your visit and plan your route in advance. You can rent a multimedia guide to learn more about the exhibits.

Exhibition Theme: Blue Ribbon - Explore the Mysterious Sea and Encounter the Treasures of the Silk Road Exhibition Dates: November 2024 - September 2025 Tickets🎫: Free🆓 (Online reservation required, or you can find staff under the stairs of the museum to get tickets on site) Address📍: Poly MGM Museum, 2nd Floor, MGM Macau —— The zodiac heads on display this time are: Ox🐮, Tiger🐯, Monkey🐒, Pig🐷 Seeing the lineup, I found that every hair was carved vividly, which was very shocking. —— We went on a weekday, and there were not many people, so we didn't make a reservation and found staff to get tickets offline. You need to queue up to see the zodiac heads up close. There were not many people on weekdays, and it took us about 20 minutes to get to us.

|MGM is said to have incorporated many elements of Chen Baiqiang. MGM, located in the old city, incorporates many artistic elements. It is no exaggeration to call it an art palace. purple flowers, colorful lion, There are also French-style architectural styles, It’s really beautiful and the photo effects are great.

Compared to the crowded Venetian Macao and The Parisian Macao, MGM Macau is the best museum hotel for taking photos, playing, and staying, as well as quietly visiting and appreciating precious cultural relics. The design of the hotel’s Sky Plaza is exotic, inspired by the Rossio Railway Station in Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. There are many lion sculptures inside, which symbolize the company’s brand concept: perseverance, strength, leadership, confidence, courage, and nobility. It is also suitable for family trips. Address: MGM Macau (You can take the MGM shuttle bus from Gongbei Port) Note: You must present the customs entry declaration form when booking a room. Museum on the second floor: Reservations are required on weekends and holidays via the official WeChat account.

I didn't expect to run into celebrities when I came to Macau with my best friend. How lucky am I! Zhao Yibo, Wong Cho-lam, Li Yanan, Laurinda Ho, Mario Ho... They came to see the exhibition of the four beasts of the Old Summer Palace. Speaking of the exhibition of the twelve zodiac animal heads, four bronze animal heads from the Old Summer Palace are on display! (Ox, tiger, monkey, and pig) The exhibition is called "Blue Ribbon - Exploring the Mysterious Sea and Encountering the Treasures of the Silk Road." The exhibition features cultural relics and artworks, including underwater cultural relics, silk fabrics, spices, and various treasures related to the Maritime Silk Road. I was amazed by the whole exhibition experience. Don't miss it when you come to Macau! You can make an appointment online or get tickets on site. Exhibition hours: 11:00–19:00 (Monday to Thursday), 11:00–21:00 (Friday), 10:00–20:00 (Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays) Exhibition time: September 2025 Transportation: You can take the MGM shuttle bus from Gongbei Port/Hengqin to MGM Macau.   In addition to the exhibition, you can't miss the free milk tea and croissant ice cream at MGM. The croissant ice cream is super delicious~~ with original and chocolate flavors. The ice cream is delicate and large. It opens at 11:00, so go early to line up~ 50 servings per day.   After eating and drinking, we went to the Macau Tower for an adventure~ What does it feel like to walk in the air at 233 meters? You can enjoy a 360-degree view of Macau, and the scenery is really beautiful~ You must come to the Macau Tower once in your life. After the experience, I got a certificate as a souvenir, which was very ceremonial!   When you travel to Macau, you must go to the Ruins of St. Paul's and Rua do Cunha to take photos and eat. Another fulfilling day!

Hey guys, Macao has a new place to check in! 🎉 Travel to Macao for a museum, the Blue Ribbon Maritime Silk Road Exhibition has opened at the Macao Poly MGM Museum on November 2. 💥The first exhibition is themed "Maritime Silk Road", curated by a team of experts in collaboration with nearly 20 state-owned museums and international cultural and art institutions, with a total of 228 cultural relics and artworks, spanning from the Tang Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty, from underwater cultural relics to silk fabrics, spices and other rare treasures. 😍As soon as you enter the exhibition hall, you will be attracted by the symmetrical beauty of the Chinese "central axis construction", and the space design integrates the Chinese intangible cultural heritage "cloisonné" and "dougong", while the lotus elements and the pattern of the cultural design inspiration of the 12 countries of the Silk Road are even more beautiful. 👀The exhibition is divided into four thematic spaces: "Monsoon", "Context", "Interweaving" and "Connection". "Monsoon" tells the story of human use and awe of the ocean. "Context" shows the face of the Maritime Silk Road through underwater archaeology. "Interweaving" presents the achievements of economic and cultural exchanges between the East and the West. "Connection" explores marine conservation and new era exploration. It shows the past and present of the Maritime Silk Road and reflects the exchange and integration of civilizations. 👏The most eye-catching part of this exhibition is the bronze statues of the animal heads of the Old Summer Palace - the ox head, the tiger head, the monkey head, and the pig head, which are genuine originals. Each of them is a priceless treasure, carrying a heavy history, and these bronze statues of animal heads not only witness the superb craftsmanship of ancient China, but also make people proud of the treasures of Chinese culture. 🤩 The museum also adopts an innovative exhibition and performance method, combining AI art installations, VR + AR and other technologies, to present the exchange and collision of Eastern and Western civilizations in a three-dimensional way, allowing us to travel through thousands of years, as if we were personally experiencing the grand style of the Maritime Silk Road! 📍 MGM Macau L2 📅 2024.11.02-2025.09 🕙Monday to Thursday 11:00-19:00 Friday 11:00-21:00 Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 10:00-20:00 🎫🆓Free🆓

this is one of the best view in macau 🇲🇴 the seaside of MGM Macao. #theviewitself 💝