Sports Ground on Rua Central da Areia Preta

The Sports Ground on Rua Central da Areia Preta (Campo Livre Da Rua Central Da Areia Preta) is a public exercise space in Macau.

If you are looking for a free space to exercise during your holidays, this place is recommended.

Sports Ground on Rua Central da Areia Preta, Basketball, Outdoor Gym, Macau

This free sports ground in Rua Central da Areia Preta has basketball and football courts. There are bathrooms and shaded areas, too. The facilities are popularly used by students, young athletes, and local residents during the afternoons. Nearby, there are several tourist and historical sites that you can visit after a game or exercise session.

The Communications Museum is a place of interest, especially for history enthusiasts; it houses a fascinating display of equipment and artefacts detailing the history of long-distance communication systems. You can also learn about the history of the Macau Post here, and interesting scientific displays about different types of communication technology.

The sports grounds are only a few minutes from the Lin Fung Temple, a 16th-century Buddhist temple built in 1592. Historically, it served as a residence for government officials and a business office for the Chinese during different times. Throughout the decades, it underwent several reconstructions to increase its size. There is a large square fronting the temple, and behind it is a lotus pond and a small garden.

You can also easily visit the Flora Garden from this area. It’s designed in the old European style and is located at the base of Guia Hill. There is a small area where kids can play, and its beautiful flowerbeds always capture the attention of photographers. This is a wonderful place for exercise or a lazy stroll.

Sports Ground on Rua Central da Areia Preta and its surrounding attractions make it ideal for a laid-back day.