Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino: Study Ancient American Artistic Legacy In Santiago's Heart
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87 Ratings
Santiago
This gallery is a trailblazer in Latin America for the preservation, propagation, and research of the art heritage of America’s pre-Columbian communities. It boasts a large array of art from ancient societies like the Incas and Diaguitas, to name a few. Situated in the central part of Santiago, it’s merely a block away from Plaza de Armas.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino - Nestled within one of Santiago’s most notable colonial edifices, this museum occupies a structure erected in 1805, showcasing neoclassical architecture. Initially, it served as the Royal Customs House for the colonial administration.
Permanent Exhibition: Chile before Chile
Human presence in the region now known as Chile dates back over 14,000 years. Throughout this time, a variety of cultures have made their home in this land of contrasting landscapes. Our exhibition extends an invitation to discover the early settlers and their modern-day descendants, the indigenous peoples of Chile, who contribute to our national identity through their genetic lineage, cultural artistry, and storied past.
What's Included
- Admission to museum
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Chilean nationals, foreign residents in Chile and students can buy discounted tickets directly at the Museum’s entrance by showing an ID
Location
Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino
Bandera 361, Esquina Compañía
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(87 Ratings)
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Janr3606
Apr 2, 2024
Modern museum - Beautifully renovated building. Very modern and professional.
Not very big, but definitely worth it.
The -1 floor was the nicest.
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Vaneskaaraujo
Jan 19, 2024
The most incredible museum in Santiago - Don't miss it. - The museum was much better than I imagined, leaving me quite impressed. You'll find Mayan, Inca and Aztec art, and if you're lucky (like we were), a security guard will give you super interesting information about the fabrics. Entrance is expensive, but worth every penny.
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Sergioricardof2024
Jan 13, 2024
Fantastic. - Incredible place, wonderful pieces, clean and organized. I recommend visiting the place and enjoying the beauty and pre-Columbian culture.
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Larissasn3854vy
Jan 9, 2024
Wonderful! - Very interesting museum! It's worth visiting! Well organized museum, attentive staff. There is a cafe and souvenir shop also next to the museum.
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Ukee17
Jan 2, 2024
Alot to see - Give yourself plenty of time. There is a lot to see. Easy to catch brain overload. Two shorter trips might be a good idea.
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Carlosdp3207ut
Aug 5, 2023
Excellent museum - One block from the main square. Excellent, varied museum. I toured the first floor and basement, both essential rooms. The first dedicated to pre-Columbian American art and the second to Chilean art, with extraordinary pieces. To stay a couple of hours, have lunch or have a coffee in the space in PB. (The prices of the crafts and books in the store are expensive). Very friendly staff. The entrance fee for foreigners is 10,000 Chilean pesos, which is good for what is offered. If you like museums, this should be the first on the list (they do not give brochures, like in almost all museums after the pandemic, but in significant places you can scan a QR to obtain information about the object in question)
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G
Jul 5, 2023
Amazing who knew! - Great museum who knew there were older mummies here than in Egypt. Great 2000 year old textiles and ceramics as far as you can see. A Must see!!
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122jenie
May 25, 2023
Really interesting museum - This is a fantastic and really interesting museum , with textiles, pottery jewellery all manner of things from the indigenous peoples and history that predate the arrival of the Spanish.
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Brian
Nov 29, 2023
Great collection, worth the time. - Amazing collection and artfully displayed. Glad to see English translations for many items, areas. Having visited museums elsewhere in South Americs feared that might be the case. Liked the time-line comparisons.
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Pierreviii
Mar 6, 2024
Expensive and disappointing if you are not Chilean. - The reception was detestable, a shame to be so nonchalant and rude. The museum is not big and does not deserve the higher cost for foreigners (10000 instead of 2000)! The layout of the rooms is a bit chaotic, we don't know where to start... It's a shame. On the other hand, the room in the basement is definitely worth a look.
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