The Larco Museum is located in an 18th-century vice-royal mansion. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, the permanent exhibition of the Larco Museum invites its visitors to discover more than 5,000 years of ancient Peru’s history through a fascinating collection of pre-Columbian art. It offers pleasant, attractive, and enriching experiences. The Larco Museum contains the largest private collection of pre-Columbian art in the world; archaeological objects from all Andean cultures (ceramics, gold, silver, stone, wood, textiles), with a special emphasis on the Mochica culture.
This enriching experience allows travelers to immerse themselves in the Andean worldview and understand the social and cultural evolution of pre-Hispanic civilizations. In addition to touring its famous chronological rooms, visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore its celebrated cataloged artifact storeroom and the world-renowned erotic art collection, making this visit an indispensable pillar for understanding Peru’s historical richness and artistic legacy.
ITINERARY
Pickup and Transfer: The service begins with the pickup of passengers from their designated meeting point or accommodation to board the tourist transportation.
Transfer to Pueblo Libre District: Direct drive to the historic 18th-century colonial mansion where the museum is located, enjoying a brief historical introduction by our staff.
Arrival and Garden Tour: Welcome to the Larco Museum and time to appreciate its beautiful, award-winning gardens that frame the local colonial architecture.
Guided Tour of the Main Galleries: Guided tour accompanied by our bilingual specialist through the permanent exhibition, exploring the gold and silver rooms, as well as the impressive textile and ceramic pieces from various Andean cultures.
Exploration of the Mochica Collection and Storeroom: Special emphasis on the art of the Mochica culture and access to the open storerooms of the museum, one of the few collections in the world entirely accessible to the public.
Visit to the Erotic Art Gallery: Tour through the famous and historical exhibition that showcases the spiritual and fertility perspectives of pre-Columbian civilizations.
End of the Visit and Return: Conclusion of the guided tour inside the museum premises and boarding of the tourist transportation for the return to the starting point.
INCLUDES
Tourist transportation
Bilingual guide
Entrance fee
RECOMMENDATIONS
Light clothing
Sunglasses
Hat
Water bottle
Snack
Extra money
