Macau, Macao Special Administrative Region

St. Dominic's Church

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St. Dominic's Church, also known as the Rosary Church, belongs to the former Dominican convent. The church was built to honor the Virgin of the Rosary and reflects the architectural style popular in…

St. Dominic's Church, Macau

Key facts

Admission
Free
Opening hours
10:00—18:00
Time needed
1 hour
Getting there
Near Xinmalu (新马路) and Wing Hang (永亨) bus stops, and Kiang Wu Hospital (镜湖医院) bus stop
Guidebook rating
4 / 5

From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2639. Open in Google Maps

About St. Dominic's Church

St. Dominic's Church, also known as the Rosary Church, belongs to the former Dominican convent. The church was built to honor the Virgin of the Rosary and reflects the architectural style popular in the Portuguese territories of the East during the 17th and 18th centuries. Beside the church stands a four-story treasury of sacred objects, the Catholic Sacred Relics Museum. It holds many items used in Mass and treasures such as the 300-plus-year-old painting of Saint Augustine. It would be a shame to miss it.

Frequently asked questions

How much does St. Dominic's Church cost?

Admission to St. Dominic's Church is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.

What are the opening hours of St. Dominic's Church?

St. Dominic's Church is open 10:00—18:00.

How do I get to St. Dominic's Church?

Near Xinmalu (新马路) and Wing Hang (永亨) bus stops, and Kiang Wu Hospital (镜湖医院) bus stop

How long should I spend at St. Dominic's Church?

Plan on 1 hour for St. Dominic's Church.

Where is St. Dominic's Church?

St. Dominic's Church is in Macau, Macao Special Administrative Region, in the South China of China.

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