The largest museum in Peru, the Museo de la Naci贸n features four floors of history and exhibits in a large, sprawling building in the San Borja neighborhood of Lima. Of particular interest are the sections on pre-Spanish life in the area, including scale models of Peru鈥檚 major archaeological sites and artifacts from them. The galleries often feature temporary exhibits as well. The museum provides a fairly complete overview of Peruvian history and culture.
Location:
Avenida Javier Prado Este 2465, San Borja
Museum Types:
Historical museum, Archaeology
Travel Tips:
Exhibit explanations are in Spanish and English.
Price Description:
Adults $3.50
Relative price: Mid-Range
Open Hours from:Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m.
Open Hours to:Tuesday-Sunday 6 p.m.
Days Closed:Monday
Travel Skills: beginner/easy.
Currencies accepted
Peruvian nuevo sol
Contact Information:
Phone: 476-9933, extension 238
E-mail: museodelanacion(at) mcultura.gob.pe
URL: www.mincultura.gob.pe
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