Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares, Lima

Name: Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares
Address: Jirón Camaná 459, Lima, 15001, Peru
Telephone: +51 1 6266600

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Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares (address: Jirón Camaná 459) is a place located in Lima (Lima Province province) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 535 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 12°2'50"S latitude and 77°1'60"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Estación Jirón de la Unión hacia el Sur (bus, 3 min walk), Los Desamparados (train, 10 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Casa O'Higgins (museum, 2 min walk), Church of San Agustín (church, 2 min walk), Teatro Segura (theater, 2 min walk).

Coordinates: 12°2'50"S, 77°1'60"W

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Jirón Camaná 459Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima 15001 Peru

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+51 1 6266600

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares open?

Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares is open:

Monday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares?

Nearby attractions include Casa O'Higgins, Lima (2 min walk), Church of San Agustín, Lima (2 min walk), Teatro Segura, Lima (2 min walk), Jirón de la Unión, Lima (3 min walk).

How to get to Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares:

Bus

Estación Jirón de la Unión hacia el Sur (3 min walk)
Estación Jirón de la Unión hacia el Norte (4 min walk)

Train

Los Desamparados (10 min walk)