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Lima Art Museum

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Lima Art Museum

Lima Art Museum

Located in the former Palacio de la Exposición, this museum houses a collection of Peruvian art spanning approximately 3,000 years. Visitors can view pottery, textiles, sculptures, and paintings that trace the region's artistic development from ancient pre-Columbian civilizations to the modern era.

Getting There

The museum is situated in the central area of the city. From the city center, it is accessible via taxi or local transport. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 10 to 20 minutes.

Visit Duration

Due to the breadth of the collection, which covers several millennia of history, visitors should allow between 2 and 4 hours to explore the galleries thoroughly.

When to Visit

Visiting during weekday mornings generally avoids the larger crowds associated with weekends. Like many major city museums, it can become crowded during public holidays.

Nearby Attractions

The museum is located within a walkable distance of several other points of interest. You can combine your visit with the following:

  • Park of the Exhibition: 0.1km
  • Museum of Italian Art: 0.2km
  • Bolognesi Square: 0.5km
  • Basílica María Auxiliadora: 0.6km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Good to visit alongside

Park of the Exhibition

Parks & gardens

Park of the Exhibition

This park was created after the old city walls were torn down and was redesigned for the 1872 International Exhibition. It's a pleasant place to stroll through well-tended gardens and along walking paths.

0.1 km away
Museum of Italian Art

Museums & galleries

Museum of Italian Art

This is Lima's only museum dedicated to European art, opened in 1923. Now run by Peru's Ministry of Culture, it's a great place to see European paintings and sculpture.

0.2 km away
Bolognesi Square

Parks & gardens

Bolognesi Square

A roundabout-style square in downtown Lima, Peru, where several major avenues converge as a traffic hub. It's a convenient stop while getting around central Lima.

0.5 km away
Basílica María Auxiliadora

Temples & religious sites

Basílica María Auxiliadora

A Roman Catholic Salesian church located on Avenida Brasil near Bolognesi Square. Its calm atmosphere makes it a good place to admire the church's architecture.

0.6 km away
El Campo de Marte

Parks & gardens

El Campo de Marte

A large park in central Lima, it's one of the city's most prominent green spaces. Once home to a horse racetrack, it's a pleasant place for a leisurely walk.

1.0 km away
Plaza San Martín

Parks & gardens

Plaza San Martín

This square sits in Lima's historic center, on the avenue leading to the Plaza Mayor. At its center stands a monument honoring José de San Martín, liberator of Peru.

1.0 km away