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Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket

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Lima, Peru
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  • 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Travel back through 5,000 years of Peruvian history with this admission ticket to Lima’s fascinating Larco Museum. Situated inside a picturesque 18th-century colonial mansion, this comprehensive museum offers a great way to put Peru’s incredible wealth of historical sites and pre-Columbian cultures into context. Connect the dots between iconic Peruvian sites like Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, Cusco and much more as you admire its amazing range of exhibits, beautiful gold and silver artifacts and a unique erotic art collection.
  • Explore the amazing exhibits of Lima's Larco Museum with this admission ticket
  • Travel back through 5,000 years of Peruvian history, from the Inca to the Nazca Lines
  • Admire fascinating collections of gold and silver artifacts and an unexpected display of erotic art
  • Wander through this historic museum housed in an 18th-century mansion and its beautiful surrounding gardens
  • Get an insider's look at the museum 'storage' area which houses an additional 45,000 objects
  • Great way to put other Peru archaeological sites like Machu Picchu into context

What's Included

  • Entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guided tour

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours

  • 01/01/2021 - 04/08/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Departure Point

  • Museo Larco, Avenida Bolivar 1515 Pueblo Libre, Lima 15084 Peru

What To Expect

Connect the dots between Peru’s astonishing archaeological sites and its amazing indigenous cultures with this admission ticket to Lima’s Larco Museum. This fascinating museum offers the perfect way for Peruvian visitors to place their trip in the broader scope of the country’s thousands of years of history.

Visit the museum any time during its normal hours of operation, heading inside this 18th-century mansion to begin your trip back through the eras of Peruvian history. First established in 1926 by archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle, this extensive facility offers a range of chronological exhibits and dating back through 5,000 years of Peruvian history.

Wander amidst the museum’s beautiful gardens and stop to admire its amazing collection of silver and gold artifacts. Looking for something different? The Larco Museum features an unexpected assortment of erotic art. Those looking to take a deeper dive into Peru’s amazing archaeological heritage are sure to enjoy a look at the museum’s extensive storage area, open to the public, which features more than 45,000 historic objects.
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Museo Larco

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Your tickets will be held at the box office for collection on the day of your visit
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 670 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Important Must See

J_U, Mar 2026
Give yourself lots of time to read, learn and explore this important museum and don't skip the incredible warehouse, or Erotic Museum. Exceptional opportunity and a must see for anyone who wants to learn about Peru from BC to modern times. There was no lineup and only about 14-20 people total in the whole exhibits on a Thursday afternoon in early March.

Fun Larco museum

Patricia_F, Jan 2026
This was a beautiful museum. There were so many artifacts of the Incas. We also ate at the restaurant on site for dinner and it was excellent.

Food is great

Jozan_L, Sep 2025
Larco Museum Restaurant was very lovely! The food and ambience was a 10/10. The museum itself umm...

Larco Museum Learning Experience

mary_m, Aug 2025
A visit to the museum gives you a great understanding of Peruvian civilizations. The garden and entrance to the museum are lovely.

Larco musuem has...

Maggie_T, May 2025
Larco musuem has well-organized exhibition of a good collection of artifacts dated thousands years ago. It provides a good introduction of pre-Inca Peruvian civilizations

An American in Lima

Mark_G, May 2025
Outstanding museum with extensive archeological artifacts, multi-lingual guides with additional text description adjacent to each item on display, indicating the historic and cultural significance of each. I spent 2.5-3 hours touring the displays and gardens. Well worth the visit!!

Larco Museo!

Sigvard_B, Apr 2025
Fascinating exhibits, wonderful, knowledgeable guide for an extra fee. We’ll worth the time and trip!

Must see Attraction

Rafael_Q, Apr 2025
This is a must see attraction, and if possible before going to other location such as ruins. It gives a visual history of Perú. The museum is loaded with artifacts. While you are there enjoy a meal at the museum redtsurant.

These are just tickets not a tour

Tiffany_S, Mar 2025
There wasn't a line to skip in end of february. These might be good for peak season. There's a lot to read but a map is given to you so you can explore & guide yourself properly, i would probably opt for a guide next time because i 'm lazy.

Great museum—but I had to pay for a ticket upon arrival

Valerie_W, Sep 2024
This ticket never was sent nor was it available on the app. When I arrived, I paid regular price for entry. The museum, however, was incredible! Fascinating history of Peruvian ancient civilization, and an enormous collection of artifacts. A must see—but just pay for your ticket when you arrive.

Beautiful exhibits. Helpful to have our tickets in advance.

Pamela_W, Jul 2024
We were so impressed by the collection of ancient artifacts at Museo Larco. Both the pieces displayed in the extensive storage area as well as those in the well edited formal exhibit space were amazing to see. Buying our tickets in advance allowed us to easily pop in at the time that worked best for us during our single day in Lima.

Worth the trip

Christopher_W, Jul 2024
Nice place, be sure to stop and have some coffee and desert in the restaurant. Interesting place to see some history.

Best museum in Lima to learn about the history

ajay_r, Dec 2023
The exhibition is a “must see”. Also the storage section was fascinating. Got to see more variations of the ceramics that where not exhibited

Perspective on Pre-Columbian Culture

David_B, Oct 2023
After a exploring Cusco and immersing in the Incan culture, this museum gave an excellent perspective on the totality of pre-Colombian history. Definitely worth the visit. Strong encourage dining at the restaurant where the food was quite good and the ambiance excellent!

One of the most complete museums out there

Marcos_M, Sep 2023
I've never seen any other museum filled with such a big and thorough collection. You can also visit a deposit where you can see all the items that are currently not in exhibition.

Must visit museum in Lima!

Miao_W, May 2023
The Larco Museum is an incredible gem that houses hundreds of artworks from different Peruvian eras. The amount of information available in multiple languages was impressive and provided us with a deeper understanding of the significance of the artwork. We spent a full 3 hours immersed in learning about the rich history of Peru, which added a new dimension to all of the other outdoor activities we had done in Cusco and Lima. The Larco Museum is definitely a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Peruvian history and culture. In addition, the ticket provided direct entrance to the museum, and we were pleased to find that the luggage storage was free, allowing us to fully enjoy the exhibits without any hassle. The Larco Museum truly exceeded our expectations and made for an unforgettable experience.

A Must to Do

alain_g, Jun 2021
Beautiful museum. Unique discovery of pre colombian art and civilization from Peru. And wonderful services

If you have an interest in archaeology...

David L, Oct 2018
If you have an interest in archaeology and indigenous history of the Incas, this is a must see.

Well curated exhibition to learn and...

Nicole R, Jan 2018
Well curated exhibition to learn and appreciate Perus culture and history. The gardens are exquisite and the restaurant a great place to end your visit with a bang.

Such an great museum and a must-do when...

Bandit, Oct 2016
Such an great museum and a must-do when in Lima! You can easily spend an hour or longer walking through the different rooms. The artifacts are absolutely amazing, especially when you think about how long ago they were made. Enjoy a coffee or glass of wine in the garden cafe afterwards for the complete experience!

Historic tour!

Tatiane_S, Aug 2025
Great for those who like historical information!!! We love the space, in addition to super well cared for and organized! Worth every moment!!
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Imperdible si visitas Lima

Fabricio_R, Jan 2025
Aprendimos mucho sobre las diferentes cultures prior to the Inca Empire and La era colonial. Recomendamos hacer los tours guiados ya que uno aprende cosas que posiblemente no las aprenderíamos al hacerlo solos.

Un museo extraordinario

ANTONIOJOSE_U, Nov 2024
Un museo con una muestra precolombina excepcional. El museo tiene una gran variedad de reliquias en un recorrido cronológico que permite al visitante entender un poco de los usos y costumbres de los aborígenes que habitaron Perú.

Lindo passeio e almoço maravilhoso

PAULORICARDO_C, Sep 2024
Lindo museo.lugar maravilhoso cheio de flores. Museo e restaurante com ótimo atendimento e respeito ao cliente!

Buena experiencia

Maria_V, Apr 2024
Excelente experiencia, objetos fascinantes, y el restaurante muy bueno. La tiendita de souvenirs tiene precios justos y articulos originales.

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