All free museums and attractions to visit in Ecuador

Ecuador has a lot to offer for you culturally, even if you're on a budget, including free museums, free activities and free attractions. 25 museums and attractions in Ecuador can be visited without charge.

Are you looking for free things to do in Ecuador? These are the best places to visit:

  1. Panama Hat Museum1

    Panama Hat Museum

     Cuenca
  2. Guayaquil Historical Park2

    Guayaquil Historical Park

     Samborondón
    The Guayaquil Historical Park is a recreational space that combines wildlife and cultural exhibits. It showcases various species of flora and fauna native to Guayaquil. Additionally, the park features old houses from the urban area that were carefully disassembled from their original locations and meticulously rebuilt within the park. This unique combination provides visitors with a rich and diverse experience, allowing them to appreciate both the natural and historical aspects of Guayaquil.
  3. Camilo Egas Museum3

    Camilo Egas Museum

     Quito
    A famous artist of the Indigenist movement, nowadays Egas' works are displayed in this museum. A must for art connoiseurs.
  4. Pumapungo Museum4

    Pumapungo Museum

     Cuenca
    The Pumapungo Museum, located in Cuenca, Ecuador, is an ethnographic and art museum. Established in 1979, the museum offers a rich insight into the cultural and artistic heritage of Ecuador. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that showcase the country's diverse traditions and artistic expressions.
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    Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo

     Guayaquil
    The Museo Antropológico y de Arte Contemporáneo, also known by its acronym MAAC, is a museum situated in the city of Guayaquil, Ecuador. It is a significant cultural institution that showcases the art and culture of Ecuador, Latin America, and the Pre-Columbian Era.
  6. Museo Municipal de música popular Julio Jaramillo6

    Museo Municipal de música popular Julio Jaramillo

     Guayaquil
    The Museo Municipal de música popular Julio Jaramillo, located in Guayaquil, was established on March 1, 2008. It is named in honor of Julio Jaramillo, a leading singer of Ecuadorian popular music. The museum is a tribute to his contribution to the music industry and his influence on Ecuadorian culture.
  7. Firefighter's Museum7

    Firefighter's Museum

     Guayaquil
    The Firefighter's Museum in Guayaquil, officially named Museo del Bombero Ecuatoriano "Jefe Félix Luque Plata", is a significant institution that aims to highlight the history and values of the Fire Department. The museum underscores the importance and contribution of the Fire Department to the city, providing visitors with a unique insight into the city's past and the role of its firefighters.
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    Museo de Sitio la Florida

     Quito
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    Museum of Colonial Art

     Quito
    An outstanding collection of art which can help you understand the Colonial age and how it happened in Ecuador.
  10. Museo Nahim Isaías10

    Museo Nahim Isaías

     Guayaquil
  11. Museo Amantes de Sumpa11

    Museo Amantes de Sumpa

     Santa Elena
    The Museo Los Amantes de Sumpa, located in the Province of Santa Elena, offers a unique glimpse into the region's history and culture. The museum features a clay oven where ancestral cooking classes are held, providing visitors with an opportunity to learn about traditional culinary practices. Additionally, the museum houses a traditional coastal house, complete with typical elements such as a wooden trough and a petate (a type of mat).
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    Museo Arqueológico Carlos Mercado Casa de la Cultura

     Esmeraldas
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    Presley Norton Museum

     Guayaquil
    The Presley Norton Museum, located in Guayaquil, Ecuador, is an archaeological museum that boasts a collection of over 8,000 archaeological artifacts. These artifacts originate from various indigenous groups of Ecuador, providing a rich insight into the country's historical and cultural heritage.
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    Museo Naval Contemporáneo

     Guayaquil
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    Museo Miniatura de Guayaquil

     Guayaquil
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    Music Museum

     Loja
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    Museo Aeronáutico y del Espacio

     Quito
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    Casa Museo de la Cultura Lojana

     Loja
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    Museo Centro Cultural Manta

     Manta
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    Museo de sitio Manuel Agustin Landívar

     Cuenca
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    Centro Cultural Municipal Quinta Bolivar

     Cuenca
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    Muñoz Mariño Museo y Galerías

     Quito
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    Museo Arqueológico de Chobshi

     Sigsig
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    CIDAP - Centro Interamericanos de Artes Po

     Cuenca
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    Museo del Pasillo

     Quito