Larco Museum

The Museo Larco depicts for visitors an engaging narrative of the development of Peru's pre-Columbian history over 5000 years, making it the ideal way to understand ancient Peru. Its masterpieces have become global icons of Pre-Columbian art after being displayed in the world's leading museums. Peru is famous around the world for the Inca Empire on the Andes Mountains; however, few people realize that this society only existed for the last 100 years before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores.

The Museo Larco provides a comprehensive overview of Peru's fascinating history in a simple yet thorough manner, making it a must-see for foreign visitors seeking to understand Peru as a cultural destination. Places such as the great temple of Pachacamac just a few miles South of Lima, the famous Nasca lines on the southern coast, the magnificent Pyramids of the Sun and of the Moon up North, and of course even Machu Picchu the superb Inca sanctuary in Cusco, start making sense when they're seen as part of a broader and deeper history.

The Museo Larco has strived to create an unforgettable experience for each visitor since its inception. To achieve this goal, the museum has put a lot of thought into every aspect of this living, and cultural experience. The colonial architecture, décor, elegantly presented galleries bathed in warm colors and intimate lighting, the fascinating narrative told by breathtaking works of art, the lush gardens, the exquisite museum's gift shop, and the extraordinary local and international cuisine at the museum's restaurant are just a few of the many ingredients that make up this boutique museum's sensual and educational experience.

Google rating: 4.7/5
Address: Av. Simón Bolivar 1515, Pueblo Libre 15084, Peru
Phone: +51 1 4611312
Website: http://www.museolarco.org/