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Museum of Pre-Columbian Art (Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino)

Bandera 361, Santiago, Chile
(56-2) 688-7348
Ranked #17 of 83 attractions in Santiago
4.5 of 5 stars 118 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Description: The old Royal Customs House harbors this abundant collection of Latin American artifacts and paintings.
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BRASILIA
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74 reviews 74 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

This is a splendid collection, just off the Plaza de Armas in the city centre.Spend an hour or so of your time here. I think there is a small charge but well worth it. More

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Launceston, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012
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The museum was damaged in the 2010 earthquake and was due to reopen in March this year but is now not due to reopen until 2013. This was not mentioned in our guide book More

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Ningbo
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

Loved the place, however, the signs are ONLY in spanish... More

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Bethesda, Maryland
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

This is a terrific Pre-Columbian museum, much better than most, and I've seen many others in Latin America. Budget 2 hrs. minimum More

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Toronto, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2012
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Unfortunately this Museum will be closed for some time for major renovations. Sadly the exhibits have not been moved anywhere else for viewing. More

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Drummondville
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

a must to learn about the history of the country, way of live of ancestors and evolution of south america. More

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Denver, Colorado
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

We have visited this museum twice over the years. It is well worth the time. More

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Valparaiso, Chile
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

A very interesting museum about the ancient cultures in South America. Good location in downtown Santiago. More

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Kensington,Maryland
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012
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All new travel books and sites recommended it but we were disappointed when we got there and it was closed for extensive renovations! More

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Santiago, Chile
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

The displays are instructive and interesting without overloading you with information. However, as from december 2011 the museum is closed for extensive renovation. More

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