All art museums and attractions to visit in Cusco

Cusco (Peru) has a lot to offer for art lovers. Below we list all 9 art museums that are located in Cusco.

Do you like art and are you looking for the best art museums to visit in Cusco? These are the ones:

  1. Museum of Pre-Columbian Art1

    Museum of Pre-Columbian Art

     Cusco
    The Pre-Columbian Art Museum, also known by its Spanish acronym MAP, is an art museum located in Cusco, Peru. The museum is dedicated to showcasing archaeological artifacts and pre-Columbian artworks from all regions of pre-Columbian Peru. This provides a comprehensive view of the rich cultural heritage of the region before the arrival of the Spanish.
  2. Museo Histórico Regional del Cuzco2

    Museo Histórico Regional del Cuzco

     Cusco
    The Museo Histórico Regional de Cusco is situated in the city of Cusco, within the department of Cusco, Peru. This location is easily accessible for tourists visiting the city and offers a rich historical experience.
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    Museum of the Artist Maximo Laura

     Cusco
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    Museum Santa Catalina Monastery

     Cusco
    Founded in 1610, this old monastery presents a beautiful architecture combined with painted arches and wall paintings. There is also a museum.
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    Popular Art Museum

     Cusco
    A museum presenting the work of current Peruvian artists. There are photographs, paintings, drawings and sculptures exhibited.
  6. Museum of Religious Art6

    Museum of Religious Art

     Cusco
    The Museum of Religious Art of the Archbishop's Palace in Cusco is home to the most comprehensive collection of viceregal religious art from the Cusco School, a style that flourished primarily in the 17th and 18th centuries. This collection provides a unique insight into the fusion of indigenous and Spanish artistic traditions during the colonial period.
  7. Contemporary Art Museum7

    Contemporary Art Museum

     Cusco
    The Contemporary Art Museum of Cusco is situated within the historic Cabildo Palace, located in the Regocijo Square in the heart of Cusco. The museum showcases a wide array of works from both national and international artists, with over 50 temporary exhibitions held each year. Additionally, the museum boasts a permanent collection featuring artists from Cusco and across the nation.
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    Municipal Museum of Contemporary Art

     Cusco
    In this gallery, mainly modern art with Andean themes is on display. You can see large colourful paintings here.
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    Art Museum of Andean Children

     Cusco
    This museum is from children to children. There are works of Quechua children displayed. You can also watch short movies.