As the summer vacation approaches, the Guangdong Museum of Art has specially launched eight exhibitions at the Bai'etan Greater Bay Area Center and three exhibitions on Ersha Island, providing tourists with a more comfortable and interesting viewing experience. We invite you to join us for an exhilarating artistic feast. Come and get it soon!
Guangdong Museum of Art (Bai'etan GBA Art Center) current exhibitions
1F
Timeless Verses: Renaissance and Baroque Masterpieces from Galleria Borghese
Halls 1/2/3
55 paintings and Roman sculptures from the Borghese Gallery in Italy, including precious originals by great artists such as Raphael, Titian, and Rubens, are unveiled here.
2F
A Constellation of Cities: Contemporary Art and Experiment in Southern China and Beyond
Halls 4/5/6/7/8
Rooted in the "South," presenting the contemporary cutting-edge cultural and artistic state.
3F
Ode to the New Era
Halls 9/11
A collection of outstanding works from important art projects of the new era.
3F
New Waves Arising from the Pearl River
Halls 12/13
Showcasing the flourishing achievements and vibrant spirit of Chinese artists under the inspiration of the reform and opening-up era.
3F
Touch of the Future—Immersive Digital Art Exhibition
Hall 10
Opening a sensory feast with digital art.
4F
Days of Passion: The Establishment and Transformation of Art in New China
Halls 14/15/16/17
Displaying the exploration of new languages and new themes by artists after the founding of New China.
5F
Age of Awakening: The Development and Evolution of Chinese Art in the First Half of the 20th Century
Halls 18/19/20
Focusing on the development of Chinese art in the early 20th century.
Future Garden—Public Art Exhibition
Public Space
Encounter art anytime, anywhere with the public art experience scattered throughout the Bai'etan GBA Art Center's public spaces.
Guided tours at the Bai'etan GBA Art Center
The Bai'etan GBA Art Center will provide professional guided tours led by curators and professionals, as well as themed timed tours led by museum staff and educators. These tours will tell the stories behind the artworks, helping visitors feel the power of original artworks and the spirit and style of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area presented in the exhibitions.
Since May, guided tours at the Guangdong Art Museum have been continually updated. Onsite guided tours allow visitors to enjoy the charm of original artworks while listening to art stories and spending a wonderful time.
With the arrival of summer, the number of guided tour sessions at the Guangdong Art Museum is also increasing. The newly launched special exhibition timed guided tours in July will bring visitors a brand-new experience.
Check out this July's guided tour schedule, and join us in wandering the Guangdong Art Museum (Bai'etan GBA Art Center)!
Reservation and Visiting Guide for the Bai'etan GBA Art Center
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM, clearing starts at 4:45 PM), closed on Mondays (except for legal holidays and special circumstances).
Address: No. 19, South Bai'e Road, Liwan District, Guangzhou (广州市荔湾区白鹅潭南路19号)
Front Desk Phone: 02088902999, 02088902888.
Reservation channel for the Guangdong Art Museum (Bai'etan GBA Art Center)
1. Click on "Visit Reservation" and select the art center you would like to visit. Visitors who reserve any art center can use the reservation for all three centers.
2. Choose the date and time slot for your entry, fill in the visitor information as prompted by the system, select the visitor, and submit the reservation information.
3. After a successful reservation, visitors can enter the center by scanning the original reservation document at the reserved time.
4. A limited number of onsite reservation slots are available for visitors who are unable to make online reservations. These visitors can make reservations at the service desk with valid identification documents (second generation ID card, residence permit for Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents, and permanent residence ID for foreigners). After a successful reservation, they can enter the center by face scanning.
Guangdong Museum of Art (Ersha Island) current exhibitions
1F
Profound and Imposing: Collections of Paintings by Guo Shaogang
Halls 1/2/3/4
Displaying the fine oil paintings, sketches, and pastels created by Guo Shaogang over more than 50 years from 1955 to 2009.
2F
Questioner_2024 Xu Qinsong Creation Award
Halls 5/6/8/9
This exhibition is a focused display of the shortlisted works for the 2024 Xu Qinsong Creation Award. Through the latest creations of young artists, it raises questions about contemporary art issues, attempting to provide new insights for viewers on contemporary artistic expressions.
2F
All kinds of... Exhibition of Ruocong Ma
7th Space—32nd Session of Guangdong Art Museum's Young Artists Academic Nomination Exhibition
Hall 7
The exhibition revolves around the profound themes of nature and life, presenting a journey marked by the footprints of life created by Ma Ruocong.
Reservation Channel for the Guangdong Art Museum (Ersha Island)
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM, clearing starts at 4:45 PM), closed on Mondays (except for legal holidays and special circumstances).
Address: No. 38, Yan Yu Road, Ersha Island, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou (广州市越秀区二沙岛烟雨路38号)
Traffic Guide: Due to limited space, there is no public parking lot at the center. It is recommended that visitors use public transportation to visit the center.
Bus Routes:
Route 89: Tianhe Bus Station—Guangdong Art Museum (Xinghai Concert Hall Station)—Dashatou Terminal
Route 194: Guangyi First Hospital—Guangdong Art Museum (Xinghai Concert Hall Station)—Huajing New Town Terminal
Route B21: Tangde Garden (Tangxia Community)—Guangdong Art Museum (Xinghai Concert Hall Station)—Gexin Road
Route 131A: Chigang Terminal—Guangdong Art Museum (Xinghai Concert Hall Station)—Chigang Terminal
Route 57: Jiaokou Bus Terminal—Ersha West Terminal (about a one-station walk to the east)
Route 12: Luochongwei—Ersha West (about a one-station walk to the east)
Front Desk Phone: 02087351468
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: If I can't get a reservation online, can I make a reservation onsite?
A: A small number of reservation slots are available onsite for visitors who are unable to make online reservations. These slots will not be increased once filled. Visitors with this need can make reservations at the service desk with valid identification documents (second-generation ID card, residence permit for Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan residents, and permanent residence ID for foreigners). After a successful reservation, they can enter the center through face scanning.
Q: Can I enter with an electronic ID?
A: Please bring the original ID used for the reservation to enter.
Reporter | Clarice
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Editor | Will, James
