Our Lady of Penha
Our Lady of Penha
4.5
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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Emmanuel N
Sydney, Australia4,129 contributions
Jan 2020
It is not a church which you can get to so easily. If you take public transport (bus), you have to do some amount of walking. Not too difficult if you are young (and have no kids or elderly to worry about). Google maps will get you there.
The church itself is simple, quaint. Perhaps not the most exciting church in the world, but nice enough. The scenery around the area is likely something worth going up this hill for.
Enjoy!
The church itself is simple, quaint. Perhaps not the most exciting church in the world, but nice enough. The scenery around the area is likely something worth going up this hill for.
Enjoy!
Written February 19, 2020
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China14,201 contributions
Feb 2023
While gambling has transformed Macau to a sprawling city, this small chapel has witnessed the changes and remains serene and peaceful. Loyal to the colonial root, Our Lady of Penha is a small institution of Catholicism. What makes it stand out is the unparalleled panorama of Macau. Even the skyscrapers in Zhuhai are easily discernible. Beware that the walk up hill can be challenging for some.
Written February 10, 2023
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Danzelho
Singapore, Singapore208 contributions
Jan 2013 • Solo
Our lady of Penha is a simple church situated on a hill at the Southern part of Macau Peninsula. This church use to be a place of pilgrimage for sailors and i suppose it doesn't really have a interesting history therefore it wasn't listed as one of the UNESCO site.
If you are visiting Ah Ma Temple at Barra Square and have some spare time, you might wish to take a stroll up the hill in order to visit the church. It is a short climb but rest assured you will be treated to a gorgeous view of the Macau Peninsula.
It took me 15 minutes to walked up Penha hill from Barra Square. The architectural of the church is not exactly eye-catching but the view over Macau Tower and the city is spectacular. I am glad that i am able to witness the orange glow in the misty sunset before the caretaker lock up the church. Despite the many random building structures that were erected anywhere and everywhere without a sense of uniformity, the sunset in Macau seems to be able to make the entire city glow in a radiant and seductive manner. There are no apparent reasons why and how but it just seems like everything have fallen into place comfortably and the unsymmetrical sight of the old buildings juxtaposed against Macau Tower started to grow on me.
If you are an avid photographer, i will recommend that you make your way here during the 'golden hour' to capture the sight. Do take note that the church will be locked up around 5.30pm however there are still spaces surrounding the church which offer you to capture the view. It might be a little difficult getting a taxi however if you aren't feeling tired, it only take you less than an hour to walk back to Senado Square. Alternatively, you can take a bus at Barra Square or try your luck waiting for a taxi.
If you are visiting Ah Ma Temple at Barra Square and have some spare time, you might wish to take a stroll up the hill in order to visit the church. It is a short climb but rest assured you will be treated to a gorgeous view of the Macau Peninsula.
It took me 15 minutes to walked up Penha hill from Barra Square. The architectural of the church is not exactly eye-catching but the view over Macau Tower and the city is spectacular. I am glad that i am able to witness the orange glow in the misty sunset before the caretaker lock up the church. Despite the many random building structures that were erected anywhere and everywhere without a sense of uniformity, the sunset in Macau seems to be able to make the entire city glow in a radiant and seductive manner. There are no apparent reasons why and how but it just seems like everything have fallen into place comfortably and the unsymmetrical sight of the old buildings juxtaposed against Macau Tower started to grow on me.
If you are an avid photographer, i will recommend that you make your way here during the 'golden hour' to capture the sight. Do take note that the church will be locked up around 5.30pm however there are still spaces surrounding the church which offer you to capture the view. It might be a little difficult getting a taxi however if you aren't feeling tired, it only take you less than an hour to walk back to Senado Square. Alternatively, you can take a bus at Barra Square or try your luck waiting for a taxi.
Written March 15, 2013
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China159,156 contributions
Oct 2012 • Solo
One of the few churches in this area not included within the UNESCO World Heritage designation for the Historic Centre of Macu, a visit to Our Lady of Penha is potentially worth making, not so much to see the actual church but to take advantage of the impressive views which can be had here.
Our Lady of Penha has a history dating back to 1622 yet it somehow managed to miss out on the World Heritage designation when 25 other similar area attractions were granted that status back in 2005. In truth, the church is rather simple and not much of a priority for those eager to visit Macau's nicer churches like St. Lawrence, St. Augustine and St. Dominic's (Senado Square). Also, the climb up to the church is not easy, especially on hot afternoons.
However, if you do make the climb, you might be rewarded with nice views of Macau and the bay that are found on all sides of the church. This is why many visit this church when viewing conditions are nice. When they are not, you might prefer to just take a pass on Our Lady of Penha Church and invest your limited time in Macau on more important and interesting attractions.
Our Lady of Penha has a history dating back to 1622 yet it somehow managed to miss out on the World Heritage designation when 25 other similar area attractions were granted that status back in 2005. In truth, the church is rather simple and not much of a priority for those eager to visit Macau's nicer churches like St. Lawrence, St. Augustine and St. Dominic's (Senado Square). Also, the climb up to the church is not easy, especially on hot afternoons.
However, if you do make the climb, you might be rewarded with nice views of Macau and the bay that are found on all sides of the church. This is why many visit this church when viewing conditions are nice. When they are not, you might prefer to just take a pass on Our Lady of Penha Church and invest your limited time in Macau on more important and interesting attractions.
Written October 30, 2012
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MikeCMelbourne
Melbourne, Australia202 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
Didn't get in. I was not sure if they are open to any random visitor. It is located on a hill and it offers a great view of Macau and the surrounding area. Peaceful and quiet.
Written January 15, 2020
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strawberry 🍓
Macau, China344 contributions
Jan 2020
down the hill Nam wan lake you can enjoy a lot of activity include kayaking and boating with affordable price 25mop for 30minutes and up the hill would be the church and full view of nam van and the city itself try and have fun 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Written January 9, 2020
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edyTBD
malaysia218 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Really great place on hill top with spectacular views over part of Macau. The place open daily until 5PM but better be here before 430PM.
Written January 8, 2020
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Hurryup2011
Koriana, Greece83 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
Nice place climb is ok. You can see Nice view of Macau city. I highly recommend this place.visit one time.
Written August 5, 2018
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Jarko2015
Amsterdam, The Netherlands1,757 contributions
Jan 2018 • Solo
The church isn't all that interesting and is quite modern with limited features, but the hike up the hill is worth it for the great views of Macau.
Written January 30, 2018
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Hongkonger222
Hong Kong, China184 contributions
Sep 2016 • Couples
The church is nice and it's located at the top of a small hill which have a nice view of Macau. I personally like the Holy Mary statue in the small cave under the staircases.
Written October 7, 2016
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Sumawiti
Jakarta, Indonesia
Letaknya didekat mana ya? jika saya dari reruntuhan St.paul ke klenteng a-Ma trus ke Gereja Our Lady, cara jalannya gimana thanks?
birdwithoutleg
86 contributions
i think is easier to goto gereje our lady from Ruin of St Paul before you reach Ah Ma temple. When come down from St Paul at Largo do senado, cross the road and walk up the small lane on the left hand side. Walk straight until u pass gereje st lawrence on your right hand side. Continue straight on the 3rd junction on you left, turn up is a walk uphill. Walk until you reach a cross road where u can see a very streep and small lane on your right hand side, calcada da penha, u walk up and will reach gereje our lady. It is not very far if you like walking it is a nice road to walk. After that you can follow the same road down hill and follow the signboard to Ah Ma temple.
If too far to walk, try to take a bus or taxi. Hope it helps.
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- Our Lady of Penha is open:
- Sun - Sat 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Hotels near Our Lady of Penha:
- (0.13 mi) Xinzhuyuan Hotel
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- Restaurants near Our Lady of Penha:
- (0.11 mi) L.B. SuperPollo, Ha Wan Kai
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- (0.25 mi) Henri's Galley
- (0.26 mi) Ali Curry House
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