Open Museums in Lima and all of Peru

Celebrate culture in Lima and across Peru! This Sunday, February 1st, and every first Sunday of the month, take part in the “Open Museums” initiative and enjoy completely free admission to the country’s main museums and cultural spaces. Experience traditional dances, interactive workshops, and vibrant fairs that bring the festive spirit of Carnival to the whole family.

What to Expect at Open Museums

This special edition expands its reach with more participating museums, bringing the celebration directly to historical and cultural spaces in Lima. Activities designed for all ages include:

• Folk dances with colorful costumes and Peruvian rhythms.
• Mask-making workshops, carnival troupe performances, and festive crafts.
• Gastronomic fairs and local product markets in a lively atmosphere.

It’s the perfect opportunity to combine culture, fun, and tradition in a single day, attracting both locals and tourists looking for free activities in Lima.

Confirmed Open Museums and Key Locations

In Lima

• Museum «José Carlos Mariátegui»
  Jr. Washington 1946, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.
• Lugar de la Memoria, la Tolerancia y la Inclusión Social
  Bajada San Martín 151, Miraflores, Lima, Lima
  De 10:00 a. m. a 6:00 p. m.
• Museum de Arte Italiano
  Paseo de la República 250, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 10:00 a.m. a 3:00 p.m.
• Museum de Sitio «Arturo Jiménez Borja» – Puruchuco
  Av. Prolongación Javier Prado Este Cdra. 85, Ate, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m. (último ingreso 4:30 p. m.)
• Museum de Sitio «El Mirador Cerro San Cristóbal»
  Mirador del Cerro San Cristóbal, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.
• Museum de Sitio Pucllana
  Calle General Borgoño cuadra 8 s/n, Miraflores, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.
• Museum de Sitio Huallamarca
  Av. Nicolás de Ribera 201, San Isidro, Lima, Lima.
  De 9:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.
• Museum Pachacamac
  Antigua carretera Panamericana Sur Km 31.5, Lurín, Lima, Lima.
  De 9:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m.
• Museum Nacional de Arqueología, Antropología e Historia del Perú
  Plaza Bolívar s/n, Pueblo Libre, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 7:30 p. m.
• Museum Nacional de la Cultura Peruana
  Av. Alfonso Ugarte 650, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 10:00 a. m. a 4:30 p. m.
• Casa de la Gastronomía Peruana
  Actividad virtual
• Museum Postal y Filatélico del Perú
  Actividad virtual
• Complejo Arqueológico Mateo Salado
  Av. Mariano Cornejo, entre las cuadras 12 y 13, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 9:00 a. m. a 3:30 p. m.
• Museum Electoral y de la Democracia*
  Av. Nicolás de Piérola 1080, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 10:00 a. m. a 4:00 p. m.
• Museum Gráfico El Peruano*
  Jr. Quilca 556, Lima, Lima, Lima
  De 10:00 a. m. a 5:00 p. m.

Check the official list of more museums across Peru: click here

How to Make the Most of Your Sunday

• Use public transportation like the Metropolitano to easily move between museums.
• Bring a camera to capture authentic dances and costumes.
• Combine your visits with a stroll through Lima’s Historic Center, near the Plaza Mayor.

Choose your museum and join the celebration!