Museo de Artes Visuales, Santiago de Chile

Name: Museo de Artes Visuales
Address: Jose Victorino Lastarria 307, Santiago de Chile, 8320126, Chile
Telephone: +56 2 2664 9337

#145 among attractions in Santiago de Chile

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery

Gallery (1)

Map

Facts and practical information

Museo de Artes Visuales (address: Jose Victorino Lastarria 307) is a place located in Santiago de Chile (Santiago Metropolitan region) and belongs to the category of museum, art museum, art gallery.

It is situated at an altitude of 1919 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 33°26'15"S latitude and 70°38'27"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo de Artes Visuales is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Parada 1 / Parque Forestal (bus, 3 min walk), Universidad Católica (metro, 5 min walk), Estación Zoológico Nacional (train, 18 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Plaza Mulato Gil de Castro (square, 1 min walk), Barrio Lastarria (nightlife, 1 min walk), Museo Arqueológico de Santiago (museum, 1 min walk).

Coordinates: 33°26'15"S, 70°38'27"W

Address

Jose Victorino Lastarria 307Santiago Centro (Santa Lucia)Santiago de Chile 8320126 Chile

Contact

+56 2 2664 9337

Website

Social media

Add

Santiago de Chile

Day trips

Museo de Artes Visuales – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cerro Santa Lucia, Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Palacio de la Real Audiencia de Santiago, Plaza de Armas.

~1310 ftSW
Hill with a landscaped park and viewpoint
Cerro Santa Lucia, Santiago de Chile
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, Cerro Santa Lucia is a picturesque urban park that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This historic hill, which rises approximately 69 meters above its surroundings, is a verdant oasis that invites locals...
~1190 ftNW
Contemporary art in a historic palace
Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Santiago de Chile
6 min walk • The Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, is a cultural beacon and one of the premier art museums in Latin America. Established in 1880, it is the oldest art museum on the continent, boasting an impressive collection that spans from...
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum
Palacio de la Real Audiencia de Santiago, Santiago de Chile
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Santiago de Chile, the Palacio de la Real Audiencia de Santiago stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry. This elegant colonial building, which once served as the home of the Spanish colonial administration, now houses the...
0.6 miW
Square
Plaza de Armas, Santiago de Chile
15 min walk • Plaza de Armas is the historical and cultural epicenter of Santiago de Chile, a square that has witnessed the evolution of the city from its colonial days to the vibrant metropolis it is today. Established in the 16th century, Plaza de Armas is surrounded by some of...
0.5 miW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Casa Colorada, Santiago de Chile
13 min walk • Casa Colorada is a colonial house built located in Santiago, Chile. It was built in 1769, by Joseph de la Vega for Mateo de Toro y Zambrano, and currently houses the Museo de Santiago. The house has a clay-tiled roof, balconied windows, and deep-red walls, and consists of two storeys.
~1380 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Santiago Museum of Contemporary Art, Santiago de Chile
7 min walk • The Santiago Museum of Contemporary Art is located in Santiago, Chile. It is one of the city's major museums, created in 1947, and is run by the University of Chile Faculty of Arts. Since 2005, the museum has had two separate sites: MAC Parque Forestal and MAC Quinta Normal Park.
~1960 ftE
Iconic landmark and urban gathering place
Plaza Baquedano, Santiago de Chile
10 min walk • Plaza Baquedano, commonly known as Plaza Italia, is a major landmark in Santiago, Chile. The plaza was inaugurated in 1928, being crowned by a monument made by Chilean sculptor Virgínio Arias and featuring General Manuel Baquedano, giving the current name to the urban landmark.
~700 ftNE
Park, Playground
Parque Forestal, Santiago de Chile
4 min walk • Parque Forestal is an urban park in the city of Santiago, Chile. The park was created on reclaimed land from the Mapocho River and is located in the historical downtown of Santiago, west of Plaza Baquedano and east of Estación Mapocho.
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Municipal Theater, Santiago de Chile
12 min walk • The Teatro Municipal, National Opera of Chile is the most important stage theatre and opera house in Santiago, Chile.
~160 ftS
Nightlife, Dancing, Entertainment district
Barrio Lastarria, Santiago de Chile
1 min walk • Barrio Lastarria is an historical neighborhood in the center of Santiago, Chile. Now a popular tourist hub, Barrio Lastarria is a center for cultural activity, with cinemas, theaters, museums, restaurants and bars.
~1830 ftW
Church, Joaquín Toesca, Sacred and religious sites
Basilica de la Merced, Santiago de Chile
9 min walk • The Basilica de la Merced is a basilica located in Santiago, Chile. It was founded by the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy and constructed in 1795. It is a Chilean National Monument.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo de Artes Visuales open?

Museo de Artes Visuales is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 11 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 7 pm
Thursday 11 am - 7 pm
Friday 11 am - 7 pm
Saturday 11 am - 7 pm
Sunday 11 am - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museo de Artes Visuales?

Nearby attractions include Plaza Mulato Gil de Castro, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Barrio Lastarria, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Museo Arqueológico de Santiago, Santiago de Chile (1 min walk), Church of the Vera Cruz, Santiago de Chile (3 min walk).

How to get to Museo de Artes Visuales by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo de Artes Visuales:

Bus

Parada 1 / Parque Forestal • Lines: 517 (3 min walk)
Parada 4 / Bellas Artes • Lines: 517 (4 min walk)

Metro

Universidad Católica • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Bellas Artes • Lines: 5 (6 min walk)

Train

Estación Zoológico Nacional (18 min walk)
Estación Cumbre (23 min walk)