Larco Museum

Peru | Lima

Immerse yourself in pre-Columbian history. Rafael Larco Hoyle founded the Larco Museum in 1926. In the city of Lima, Peru. It boasts one of Peru's most extensive collections of pre-Columbian art. It is among the country's oldest museums. The museum tells a compelling 5,000-year narrative. Learn about pre-Columbian Peruvian history. Observe its prized collections of ►

Things to do and see - Larco Museum

Witness one of the most important pre-Columbian sites in Lima

Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex

Dive into the rich cultural heritage and history of Peru

National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru

Admire a fountain with a colorful water show

The Magic Water Circuit

Walk along a clifftop promenade with panoramic ocean views

Miraflores

Learn about the history of Peruvian art

The Lima Art Museum

Stroll through a serene green space filled with olive trees

El Olivar de San Isidro Park

Gain deeper insight into the pre-Columbian civilizations

Huaca Pucllana

Experience the local culture and cuisine in a lively area

Kennedy Park

Marvel at the historic architecture in a grand square

Plaza San Martín

Wander around a bohemian district with colorful street art

Barranco

FAQ - Larco Museum

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Is there an online catalogue available of the museum's collection?
Yes, the collection is electronically catalogued and accessible to the general public through an online catalogue.
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Is there a restaurant on the premises of the museum?
Yes, the Café-Restaurant at Museo Larco provides visitors with the opportunity to savour the finest Peruvian and international cuisine in a romantic and inviting ambiance and embark on a gourmet journey of the different regions of Peru.
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Is it possible to enter the storage room in the museum?
Yes, the storerooms are open to the general public, and visitors can enter the rooms with rows of shelving containing 30,000 catalogued ancient pottery artefacts.