Museo de Santiago - Museum Santiago - Chile

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

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.

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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.ciudad.cl/cultura/casa_colorada.php

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By Noleen Turner
I'm originally from Northern Ireland but have lived in Santiago de Chile for over two years. I work in marketing communications and as a writer and...

Updated: 03 Aug 2011