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Larco Museum Tour Lima (Half Day), Peru with guide
Contact usLarco Museum Tour Lima (Half Day), Peru with guide
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Itinerary
Discover the richness of ancient Peru at the Larco Museum, one of Lima’s most renowned cultural highlights. Set inside an elegant 18th-century vice-regal mansion surrounded by gardens—and built on top of a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid—the museum offers a truly memorable setting. During the visit, you’ll explore exceptional pre-Columbian art galleries featuring exquisite gold and silver pieces, ceramics, textiles, and ceremonial objects that reveal the complexity of Peru’s ancient civilizations. You’ll also visit the museum’s famous erotic art gallery and step into the storage rooms, where over 45,000 archaeological objects are carefully classified and preserved. Educational, fascinating, and visually impressive—this tour is perfect for travelers who want a deeper understanding of Peru’s cultural heritage.
We begin with hotel pick-up and transfer to the Larco Museum, surrounded by beautiful gardens and housed in an 18th-century colonial mansion built over a 7th-century pre-Columbian pyramid. With our guide, we explore the galleries showcasing a world-class collection of pre-Columbian art, including remarkable gold and silver pieces and the well-known erotic art gallery, valued for its historical and symbolic significance. We also visit the museum’s storage rooms, an impressive behind-the-scenes area where 45,000 artifacts are preserved and organized, offering insight into conservation and research. The experience provides a deeper appreciation of ancient Peru and the museum’s international recognition. Total duration is 4 hours.
What’s included?
Tourist transportation
Official tour guide
Museum tickets and assistance throughout the tour
What’s not included?
Meals
Items not mentioned in the program
Suggestions for your trip
ID.
Comfortable clothing (the visit is mostly walking inside the museum).
Phone/camera with enough battery (many great photo spots).
A light jacket if you tend to feel cold indoors.
Extra money for personal purchases or café (optional, not included).
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Before$ 77
day
$ 70
Price by group
per adult
Why do travelers love this tour?
Ronald Q
2024-02-10
Servicio excelente y puntual
Demaciado bueno, responsables y muy puntuales. Guías muy profesionales, atentos, gracias Tierra Biru por la experiencia.
Karla S
2024-01-28
Primera vez en Cusco inolvidable
Es mi primera vez en Cusco y no pudo ser mejor, gracias a ustedes Tierra Biru. Hicieron de nuestra visita la más grata. La atención, organización y disposición fueron increíbles. Sin duda regresaremos y será con ustedes.
Juan José Villalobos
2024-03-05
Todo el equipo de 10
Demasiado buen servicio de todo el equipo de Tierra Biru. Si vuelvo a Cusco, son a quienes contrataría. El precio, la atención, los guías, los transportes… en todo nota 100.
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We have answers to all your questions
We know how important it is for you to be well informed before your trip. Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive from our travelers. If you have any other questions, do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to help you plan the adventure of your dreams!
It lasts 4 hours, as stated in the program.
Yes—museum tickets and on-tour assistance are included.
Yes—the itinerary includes the storage rooms with 45,000 artifacts.
You’ll see pre-Columbian art, including gold and silver pieces, ceramics, and the famous erotic art gallery.
Guiding is available in Spanish and English.
