The Museo de Santiago is located just off the Plaza de Armas in Casa Colorada, an 18th century colonial mansion. The house, now a national monument, was built in 1769 and is one of the few remaining examples of a pre-colonial home in the city. Inside, the museum exhibits a collection of ceramics, letters, costumes, carriages, photos, maps and models that chart the history of Santiago from pre-Columbian times to the establishment of the Republic. Some of the displays look a bit like school art projects, but if you’re interested in the history of the city it’s worth checking out. The museum is generally packed with tourists and school children.

Location:
Calle Merced 680
Center, Santiago, Chile

Museum

Getting There
Closest Metro: Plaza de Armas

Travel Tips: Opening hours vary:

Tues: Fri 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sat: 10 a.m.– 5 a.m.

Sun: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Price Description: Free on Sundays.

US$1 adults, US$0.40 for kids.

Days Closed:Monday

Travel Skills: None

Currencies accepted
Chilean Peso

Contact Information:
Phone: 56-2-6330723
URL: www.munistgo.cl/colorada/p1.htm

By Noleen Turner

I'm an Irish girl living in Santiago and speaking spanglish. I work as a writer and editor. I got the travel bug a few years ago and haven't looked...

Created: 17 Oct 2008

Updated: 24 Aug 2009

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