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Museum of Italian Art

Museo de Arte Italiano

Reviewed by Elena Voss · SSMTour Travel Editor

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A photograph of Museum of Italian Art
Photograph · Felipe Restrpo Acosta · CC BY-SA 4.0
Today
Open today, 10:00 – 17:00
Visit duration
1 hr 30 min
Accessibility
Step-free
Price
PEN 8.00 per person
Standing
Must see · Heritage site
Rank
Rank 32 of 14,581

About Museum of Italian Art

The Museum of Italian Art, known locally as Museo de Arte Italiano, is a compact state museum in Lima, Peru. It holds the distinction of being unique in the country for its focused collection of twentieth-century Italian art. The institution serves as a cultural bridge between Peru and Italy, showcasing works that represent Italian artistic movements from a significant period. Its specialised nature makes it a notable destination for visitors interested in European modern art within a South American context. Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays. The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level. Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays. Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. Accessibility is YES: The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level. The museum is on Paseo de la República beside Parque de la Exposición. Use Metropolitano Estación Central or buses to Paseo Colón. Dated closures, weather, ceremonies, military operations or operator notices can replace ordinary access. Transport, optional tours, commercial activities and separately ticketed programmes remain excluded unless stated. Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays. Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and

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What's inside

The museum's collection centres on twentieth-century Italian art, distinguishing it from other institutions in Peru. Visitors can expect to encounter paintings, sculptures, and potentially other media that reflect the evolution of Italian artistic expression during this dynamic century. The works likely span various movements that characterised Italian art from this era. The compact nature of the museum suggests a carefully curated selection rather than an overwhelming display, allowing for intimate engagement with each piece. Its value becomes clearer when the stop is compared with the surrounding streets and the other ranked places nearby. Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. The museum is on Paseo de la República beside Parque de la Exposición. Use Metropolitano Estación Central or buses to Paseo Colón.

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How long to spend

Given the museum's compact size, most visitors will likely find that one to two hours provides sufficient time to appreciate the collection thoroughly. The focused scope of twentieth-century Italian art means there is no sprawling survey to navigate. Art enthusiasts who wish to examine individual works closely or read all accompanying information may prefer a longer stay. Casual visitors can comfortably see the highlights without feeling rushed, making it suitable for inclusion in a broader Lima itinerary. Accessibility is YES: The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level.

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Season and crowds

Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays. Worship, weather, restoration and events can replace ordinary access. The museum is on Paseo de la República beside Parque de la Exposición. Use Metropolitano Estación Central or buses to Paseo Colón.

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Tickets

Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. The base amount and currency follow the operator tariff; premium products and separate institutions remain excluded unless named. Dated closures, weather, ceremonies, military operations or operator notices can replace ordinary access.

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Getting there

The museum is on Paseo de la República beside Parque de la Exposición. Use Metropolitano Estación Central or buses to Paseo Colón. Use the named entrance or stop because hills, security and historic streets change the approach. Transport, optional tours, commercial activities and separately ticketed programmes remain excluded unless stated.

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What to watch out for

The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level. Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays. Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff. Accessibility is YES: The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level. Historic surfaces, crowds and security remain relevant.

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Photography

Visitors should assume restrictions may apply and seek clarification from staff upon entry. Many museums prohibit flash photography to protect artworks, while some restrict all image capture. The museum's status as a state institution with twentieth-century works suggests careful handling of reproduction rights. Visitors wishing to photograph should request explicit permission and respect any designated no-photography zones. Professional or commercial photography almost certainly requires advance arrangement and possible fees. Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff.

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Common questions

Is Museum of Italian Art open to visitors?

Open Tuesday-Sunday approximately 10:00-17:00; closed Monday and selected public holidays.

How much is base admission?

Base adult admission is PEN 8; concessions and special products follow the operator tariff.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility is YES: The museum’s public galleries have a step-free entrance and accessible circulation on the principal level.

How do visitors get there?

The museum is on Paseo de la República beside Parque de la Exposición. Use Metropolitano Estación Central or buses to Paseo Colón.

Can the schedule change?

Dated closures, weather, ceremonies, military operations or operator notices can replace ordinary access.

What does base admission exclude?

Transport, optional tours, commercial activities and separately ticketed programmes remain excluded unless stated.

Where it is

Nearby

Within 8 min on foot
  • Lima Art Museum 1 hr 30 min
    3 min walk

    Lima Art Museum

    • Must see
    • Museum
  • Park of the Exhibition 1 hour
    5 min walk

    Park of the Exhibition

    • High · Heritage site
    • Nature site
  • Metropolitan Museum of Lima 1 hr 30 min
    8 min walk

    Metropolitan Museum of Lima

    • High · Heritage site
    • Museum

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