Museo de la Cultura Peruana, Lima

Name: Museo de la Cultura Peruana
Address: Avenida Alfonso Ugarte 650, Lima, 15082, Peru
Telephone: +51 1 3215626

#99 among attractions in Lima

Museum, History museum

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Museo de la Cultura Peruana (address: Avenida Alfonso Ugarte 650) is a place located in Lima (Lima Province province) and belongs to the category of museum, history museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 459 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 12°2'52"S latitude and 77°2'35"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Museo de la Cultura Peruana is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Estación 2 de Mayo (bus, 4 min walk), Los Desamparados (train, 26 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Plaza Dos de Mayo (square, 3 min walk), Historic Centre of Lima (unesco, 7 min walk), C.C. Nicolini (shopping centre, 8 min walk).

Coordinates: 12°2'52"S, 77°2'35"W

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Avenida Alfonso Ugarte 650Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima 15082 Peru

Contact

+51 1 3215626

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museo de la Cultura Peruana open?

Museo de la Cultura Peruana is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Museo de la Cultura Peruana?

Nearby attractions include Plaza Dos de Mayo, Lima (3 min walk), Historic Centre of Lima, Lima (7 min walk), Museo Señor de los Milagros, Lima (11 min walk), Iglesia Las Nazarenas, Lima (11 min walk).

How to get to Museo de la Cultura Peruana by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museo de la Cultura Peruana:

Bus

Estación 2 de Mayo (4 min walk)
Nicolás de Pierola • Lines: 303, 306 (7 min walk)

Train

Los Desamparados (26 min walk)