Museums & galleries
National Museum of Art, La Paz
National Museum of Art
Located in the Diez de Medina Palace in downtown La Paz, this museum houses a collection focused on colonial-era paintings. It serves as a resource for visitors use to understand the religious and social art history of Bolivia's colonial period.
Getting there from the city centre is straightforward as the museum is situated within the central district. Depending on your starting point in the downtown area, it is a short walk or a brief taxi ride of a few minutes.
Planning Your Visit
Most visitors spend between one and two hours exploring the galleries, depending on their interest in colonial art.
The museum is located in a high-altitude city, so visitors should be mindful of their pace. Like many central attractions in La Paz, it can become busier during local holidays or peak tourist seasons.
Nearby Attractions
Because of its central location, the museum is within walking distance of several other historical sites. You can combine your visit with the following:
- Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace: 0km
- Palacio Quemado: 0.1km
- Plaza Murillo: 0.1km
- National Museum of Ethnography and Folklore: 0.2km
Updated September 13, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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