Things to do in Cusco Region, Peru: The Best Museums

December 25, 2021 Marissa Gamble

Cusco, also spelled Cuzco (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkusko]; Quechua: Qusqu suyu), is a region in Peru. It is bordered by the Ucayali Region on the north; the Madre de Dios and Puno regions on the east; the Arequipa Region on the south; and the Apurímac, Ayacucho and Junín regions on the west. Its capital is Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire.
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1. Hyper Real Walt Wizard Museum - CUSCO

Plaza Regocijo, Cusco Peru +51 923 258 808 http://www.facebook.com/waltwizard/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Hyper Real Walt Wizard Museum - CUSCO

Hyper Real museum of lifesizes statues from the world of entertainment , we use SILICONE MEDICAL GRADE more realistic than Wax , our statues are lifelike , every pore on the face is made each by each , our works are in the collection of Sylvester Stallone , Hulk Hogan , Carlos Slim ...

2. Hilario Mendivil Museum (Museo de Hilario Mendivil)

Plazoleta San Blas 634, Cusco Peru +51 84 637150
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Hilario Mendivil Museum (Museo de Hilario Mendivil)

This art museum contains a vast collection of paintings and sculptures from Hilario Mendívil, a famous 20th-century religious artist from Peru.

3. Mullu

Plaza de Armas 352, Pisac 00 Peru +51 84 203073 [email protected] http://www.mullu.pe
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Mullu

4. Museo de Pisac

Avenida Amazonas and Avenida Zamalloa, Pisac Peru +51 985 632 156 https://www.facebook.com/MUSEO-De-PISAC-553924298079013/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Museo de Pisac

5. Museo de Vida Monastica - Monasterio de Santa Catalina del Cusco

Calle Santa Catalina Angosta 401 Plazoleta de Santa Catalina - Centro Histórico, Cusco 08002 Peru +51 984 999 803 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/infomuseo/
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4.5 based on 234 reviews

Museo de Vida Monastica - Monasterio de Santa Catalina del Cusco

The museum focuses on the daily lives of the Dominican Sisters of Saint Catherine: their spiritual practices, their teachings and duties, the training of novices, and their everyday tasks. Among the objects which form part of the collection are extraordinary works in the fields of painting, sculpture and the decorative arts from the viceroyalty and republican periods, as well as exquisite examples of liturgical vestments embroidered by the nuns, and works of religious folk art. The museum houses a particularly famous series of early 19th century mural paintings which adorns the Chapter House. The convent was built during the early 17th century on the site of the old Inca Akllawasi, or “house of the chosen women”. Vestiges of the pre-Hispanic structure can be seen to this day among the outer walls of the convent.

Reviewed By Tourist54220 - Manitowoc, United States

So much history and beautiful artwork here; I don't care what your religion is, this place will inspire you.

6. Museo de Arte Precolombino

Plaza de las Nazarenas 231, Cusco 08000 Peru +51 84 595092 [email protected] http://mapcusco.pe
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4.5 based on 819 reviews

Museo de Arte Precolombino

The Museum of Pre-Columbian Art - MAP Cusco is an experience that allows you to discover the mystical art of ancient Peru. It houses and exhibits admirable objects for its history and aesthetics, created by women and men of the Andes, more than three thousand years ago until the sixteenth century, in the territory where Peru is located nowadays. The 400 pieces exhibited in the MAP Cusco, located in the historic Casona Cabrera, a few blocks from the Plaza de Armas, are part of the collection of the Larco Museum, considered one of the best 20 museums in the world. The MAP Cusco, managed by the BBVA Foundation, offers the possibility of exploring its ten rooms with audio guides in three languages: Spanish, English and French. The narratives will bring the visitor closer to the worldview that defined the beliefs of the ancient Peruvians. The visitor can also enjoy MAP Café tasting the incomparable flavor of Peruvian cuisine in a magical and peaceful setting.

Reviewed By Cartagena2019 - Cartagena, Colombia

This is a private museum, extremely well organized and exhibits are arranged with great care in rooms. It is recommended to first see a short film in the studio before starting your tour. All exhibits are master pieces, silver, gold, shells, wooden and ceramic sculptures. It is interesting to note that the museum has one of the finest restaurants in Cusco: MAP It is recommended to follow the visit which will last no more than two hours to the Museum of the Incas which is only about three minutes walk down towards Plaza de Armas

7. Planetarium Cusco

Reserva eco turistica privada Llaullipata Km 2 carretera Sacsayhuamán, Cusco 0084 Peru +51 974 782 692 [email protected] http://www.planetariumcusco.com
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Planetarium Cusco

We are an Cultural interpretation center about how the Andean people understand the skies. The explanation in two rooms give us a great perspective, in dome we learn about southern sky and finally, if weather allows, we enjoy some stargazing!

Reviewed By oshawkat

Fantastic experience! Our guide (Ann Marie I think) was very enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and passionate about the topic. Learned about the southern sky, Incan astronomy, and got to see many stars first hand using the telescope. Fascinating to see how the Incans used the stars to predict agriculture! The blankets and hot tea were much appreciated (it gets chilly up there in the wet season)!

8. ChocoMuseo

Plaza Regocijo 216 Plaza de Armas del Cusco, Cusco 08002 Peru +51 84 244765 [email protected] http://www.chocomuseo.com/peru/cusco/
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ChocoMuseo

Are you a chocolate lover? Come and live a truly chocolate experience at ChocoMuseo! In our chocolate museum you will uncover all the cocoa secrets while you taste the best artisanal chocote made with the best organic Peruvian beans! Further more, get ready to make your own chocolate in our Chocolate Workshops or be ready to drink the best of our coffee or chocolate delights in our cafeteria! Please notice we have another 3 locations: - On the same square, opposite corner: the factory, - on plaza de armas on the left of the cathedral, -by the 12 corner stone

Reviewed By 79nancyw

If you love chocolate, want to learn all about chocolate and take a class in chocolate making, then this is the place for you. Located in the heart of Cusco, Peru, Choco Museo is a great find to add a distinctive dimension to your travels in Peru. You can drop in anytime and learn about the fascinating process of plant to product and then sign up for a chocolate cooking class. The class is instructive, fun AND you get to make your own molded chocolates. Instructors are easily understood and have a wealth of information and experience in the process of chocolate making and enjoying.

9. Galeria Arte Olave

Plaza San Blas 651, Cusco Peru +51 999 987 560 http://www.minube.com/rincon/galeria-de-arte-olave-a359801
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Galeria Arte Olave

10. Museo Maximo Laura

Calle Santa Catalina Ancha 304, Cusco 08002 Peru +51 84 227383 [email protected] http://museomaximolaura.com/
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Museo Maximo Laura

Museum of Contemporary Textile Art. Explore the private collection of tapestries by Award Winning Peruvian artist Maximo Laura, designated as Peru's "Living Human Treasure" by UNESCO.

Reviewed By anniejensen - Fort Collins, United States

This is the best-kept secret of Cusco, Peru. Not to be missed even if it means giving up one more Inca ruin! This is beyond weaving -- it's pure art. Maximo Laura is indeed a national treasure. What an amazing talent. There is an on-site weaver you can observe creating a new masterpiece. Really incredible.

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