Museums & galleries
Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo
Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo (MAAC)
The MAAC is a museum located on the Malecón 2000 riverside promenade. It houses collections of pre-Columbian art and cultural artifacts from Ecuador and other regions of Latin America. Travelers visit this site to study the archaeological history and indigenous heritage of the region in a centralized location.
Getting There
The museum is situated directly on the Malecón 2000, which is centrally located in Guayaquil. From the city center, it is accessible via a short taxi ride or a walk along the riverfront. Depending on your starting point in the downtown area, the trip typically takes 5 to 15 minutes.
Visit Duration
Allow approximately 2 to 3 hours to walk through the galleries and view the anthropological exhibits. This timeframe allows for a steady pace through the various historical periods represented in the collection.
When to Visit
Visiting during the morning or early afternoon is recommended to avoid the peak heat of the day. The museum is indoors, providing a break from the humidity of the city. It can become crowded during local holidays and weekends.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its location on the promenade, the museum is easy to combine with other nearby sites:
- Las Peñas: 0.3km
- Basilica La Merced: 0.8km
- Luis Adolfo Noboa Naranjo Museum: 0.8km
- Torre The Point: 0.8km
Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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