National Museum of the Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru, Lima — Attraction in Lima Metropolitan Area

My wife and I were happy that we decided to visit this museum this week. A few sections are not accessible, but due to the recent APEC summit, they have decided to go all in and they are currently exhibiting a few pieces they never exhibited before. There are pieces not even Peruvians have seen yet so, quality over quantity is the key. Last chance to see them too, as the museum will fully close for renovations at the end of February, and will not reopen until 2027-28. A real Tumi, several gold and silver pieces and the best preserved textiles we've had the chance to see, are only a few of the elements that make this a worthy visit. Additionally, this museum has the real Estele Raimondi, one of the most important peruvian monoliths that still exists. To finish, you will also get to see a well preserved colonial mansion, with original floors and a beautiful garden.

Last notes: There are two entrances to the museum. Start your visit through the second one, that leads to the "Casona". This is the one that has most of the things that can be seen at the moment. Once you finish there, you can go to the main one (way less things to see atm), but mandatory if you want to see the Estele Raimondi. Most of the texts are not translated in English, but it is what you could expect when visiting a non-English speaking country. It is part of the experience when visiting a foreign country. There are a few breweries near the museum you can visit after, especially the traditional Queirolo Tabern, which has traditional...

It seems that much of the museum was not accessible due to renovations. We didn’t see many of the things shown on this site. It would have been nice if this was advertised on the internet; when tourists with limited time in Lima spend some of it fighting their way across town in heavy traffic to see it, and many of the exhibitions are not visible.

It was a good history of the country on display, and great that there was no entry fee. Given that so many English-speaking people would visit here, it was surprising that so little of the information on display was translated.

The entry must have been reversed at some point, because we could not find the beginning of the chronological order of the displays until we were halfway through the rooms, so the understanding of the sequence of events in history was made more difficult.

There were very few people here, which was good, because it allowed us more time to try and translate some of the information shown. The staff were very helpful and friendly.

Hopefully the new work will improve on many of these things.

There was some local food available inside the museum grounds, but if you want a fabulous sit-down meal with excellent service and comfy chairs, go towards the main road and find the restaurant called Rural Restaurante....

The National Museum of the Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru (Museo Nacional de Arqueología, Antropología e Historia del Perú) is a prominent museum located in Lima, Peru. It is one of the most significant museums in the country, showcasing a vast collection of artifacts that span Peru's rich cultural and historical heritage.

The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of periods, including pre-Columbian cultures, the Inca Empire, and the colonial era. Visitors can explore displays of ceramics, textiles, metalwork, and other archaeological treasures, offering insights into the diverse civilizations that have shaped Peru's history.

One of the museum's notable attractions is the Lord of Sipán exhibition, featuring the artifacts from the Moche archaeological site of Huaca Rajada, including the famous burial of the Lord of Sipán. This exhibit provides a glimpse into the Moche civilization's sophisticated art and burial practices.

The National Museum in Lima plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting Peru's cultural heritage, making it a significant destination for both locals and tourists interested in the country's...