Perou Decouverte
Perou Decouverte
Peru is a true open-air museum, where the distant past and present meet at every turn. From the desert sands to the Andean peaks, and through the vast green of the jungle, each region is home to invaluable collections that tell the country's story.
To help you explore this rich history, we've organized our guide into four distinct sections: Museums in the Amazon, Museums in the Andes, Museums on the Coast, and due to its particularly dense offering, a dedicated page for Museums in Lima.
⚠️ Important: Opening hours, prices, and access conditions can change without notice. It is highly recommended to verify information directly with the museums before your visit.
Each of our regional guides will take you through the major museums. For each establishment, you will have direct access to essential information:
The museums on the Peruvian coast are open doors to civilizations that dominated the desert and the sea. From the Moche culture to the ingenuity of the Nazca, the coastline has seen societies flourish whose heritage is still visible today in magnificent collections. You will find site museums and collections dedicated to ceramic art, goldsmithing, and ancient textiles in cities like:
From the heart of the Inca Empire to the folk traditions of the high plateaus, the museums of the Andes plunge you into a fascinating history. The collections of colonial religious art and the archaeological remains of the Cordillera bear witness to the rich syncretism that characterizes the region. You will find museums in cities and regions such as:
Explore a world of biodiversity and ancient cultures. The museums of the Amazon immerse you in a world of indigenous traditions, the history of exploration, and ecosystem preservation. They are a testament to the close ties between man and the jungle. You will find museums in cities like:
Peru's capital is a true cultural hub, home to some of the country's largest museums. The offerings are extremely varied, ranging from world-renowned collections of pre-Columbian art to contemporary art galleries and colonial history museums. You will find major museums in districts such as: