National Museum of Archaeology, La Paz

Name: National Museum of Archaeology
Address: La Paz, Bolivia

#17 among attractions in La Paz

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The National Museum of Archaeology of Bolivia is the national archaeology museum of Bolivia. It is located in the capital of La Paz, two blocks east of the Prado. Operated by the National Institute of Archaeology, a specialized agency of the Deputy Minister of Culture, it is said to be the most prominent museum in Bolivia. The museum represents the cultural antecedents of the Bolivian people from the pre-Columbian era. There are displays of carved sculptures, as well as ceramic and painted objects in stone and metals. ()

Local name: Museo Nacional de Arqueología Established: 1960 (64 years ago)Coordinates: 16°30'0"S, 68°9'0"W

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National Museum of Archaeology – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Plaza Murillo, San Francisco Church, Museo San Francisco, Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace.

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Aerial tramway
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Which popular attractions are close to National Museum of Archaeology?

Nearby attractions include Mi Teleférico, La Paz (1 min walk), The Witches' Market, La Paz (2 min walk), Coca Museum, La Paz (21 min walk), San Francisco Church, La Paz (23 min walk).

How to get to National Museum of Archaeology by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum of Archaeology:

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Mini-buses to Tiwanaku & Copacabana (9 min walk)
Parada a Desaguadero (11 min walk)