Since opening in July 2021, the Museum of Art Pudong (MAP) already counts as one of Shanghai’s premier cultural institutions. Well located in the Lujiazui, views extend over Huangpu River toward the famous Bund. The remarkable building by the Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel has a wonderful White Cube gallery feel to it, with vast Mirror Halls framing glimpses of the surrounding cityscape, creating a special dialogue between it and the city.
Operating hours: Every day from 10:00 to 18:00. (Closed on Mondays, except for public holidays).
Recommended playtime: Approximately 2 to 3 hours.
Best visit time: Weekdays during April to June, September to November.
Additional remarks: Online ticket sales in advance are recommended. Special exhibitions may require separate admission or have timed entry.
All attendees must be in possession of a valid ID and e-ticket to be allowed entry.
Photography is restricted in some areas of the museum - please comply with on-site signage.
Visitors are consistently impressed with the Museum of Art Pudong (MAP) as a must-see cultural experience. The museum is rated very highly, and has over 2,100 reviews with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Top-of-the-list attributes for visitors include the magnificent contemporary building by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Jean Nouvel, as well as the carefully selected exhibitions showcasing both international masters and empire-bridging domestic artists, and a stupendous rooftop garden with a panoramic view of the Huangpu River and Lujiazui skyline.
It is frequently referred to as a “visual feast” because the lighting behind the exhibits highlights them perfectly. 13 theme halls with more than 10,000 square meters of promising convenient services for the public visitor flow. The cafe on 5th floor, in particular, is famous for its jaw-dropping Bund views. All in all, guests call MAP a must-see for lovers of fine art and breathtaking cityscapes.
Trying to plot your easy route to the Museum of Art Pudong? And we’ve put together an in-depth travel guide that offers previews of the exhibitions, a look at what you’ll find off-site and itinerary suggestions for the surrounding area. You can also plan themed one-day trip one day when visiting nearby Shanghai for more cultural experience.
The museum is open daily from 10AM to 6PM.
The museum is indeed accessible. Wheelchairs, strollers and canes are available for loan free of charge at the Service Desk on level 1.
You can keep your luggage at the self serve lockers of B1 before ticket check, or left-luggage service for free at 2MF after entry.
Take Metro Line 2 to Lujiazui Station, take Exit 2 and walk 10 minutes or so on the skybridge to reach the museum. Or catch Bus 985 or 583 to Lujiazui Station and walk about five minutes.
Yes. No flash photos, video recording, food or drink, pets or over-sized bags are permitted in the galleries. Smoking and touching exhibits in particular are not allowed.
