Museo Inka
Museo Inka
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9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
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Managed by the Universidad Nacional San Antonio Abad, this archaeology museum traces Cusco’s history from the Inca period to the 20th century.
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Pano Hadjipaschalis
Johannesburg, South Africa19 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
I was quite surprised to find myself bored in an Inkan museum.
The rich culture and heritage of the Inka empire is somewhat lost in its 20 rooms, with many displays of artifacts lacking any meaningful description. Moreover, some displays aren’t even translated into English- frustrating since Cusco is one of Peru’s most visited cities.
I would have liked to see more effort put into the displays- perhaps some interactive displays and more detailed descriptions.
Unfortunately, this was my most disappointing stop in Cusco.
The rich culture and heritage of the Inka empire is somewhat lost in its 20 rooms, with many displays of artifacts lacking any meaningful description. Moreover, some displays aren’t even translated into English- frustrating since Cusco is one of Peru’s most visited cities.
I would have liked to see more effort put into the displays- perhaps some interactive displays and more detailed descriptions.
Unfortunately, this was my most disappointing stop in Cusco.
Written 10 January 2020
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ClassyOZ
Melbourne, Australia142 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
This museum has great potential, nice old palace, interesting artefacts and information. However, it is neglected, worn down and desperately needs updating. Very few interactive displays, most of the interactive displays were out of order.
Our favourite was definitely the Inca’s mummies and the skulls. Shame that some of the description was in Spanish only, some of the description was so old and outdated. The lighting is also poor in some areas.
The ticket was reasonable (10 S).
Our favourite was definitely the Inca’s mummies and the skulls. Shame that some of the description was in Spanish only, some of the description was so old and outdated. The lighting is also poor in some areas.
The ticket was reasonable (10 S).
Written 7 January 2020
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Jim O
superior wi27 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
Nice historical museum. Great artifacts, but the graphics were not detailed enough to tell the history with any detail. It was worth the time, but we didn’t leave with much new knowledge that we didn’t gain during our tours of the area.
Written 20 June 2022
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betteskid
Boston, MA1,326 contributions
Oct 2022
We really enjoyed our visit to this small museum. The displays were informative and the explanations were in both English and Spanish, making it easy to understand the exhibits. The museum is not huge but the collection is nice and informative. It is worth stopping in if you have time while in Cusco.
Written 14 December 2022
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Richard M
Lansing, MI126 contributions
July 2019
This museum was interesting. Museum building not in good shape. This was probably the best museum, we went into in Peru which is not saying much.
Written 31 August 2019
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downhillcyclist
United Kingdom337 contributions
June 2019 • Couples
The Inca museum, just off the main square in Cusco is well worth a visit. Interesting Incan artefacts. Very reasonable entrance fee (10 sol).
Written 14 June 2019
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DPBMaine
Saco, ME65 contributions
July 2013 • Couples
This museum offers the Yalu University collection taken back to the US by Hiram Bingham. It was recently returned to Peru and is well worth a visit.
Written 9 July 2013
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Kirkland_Traveller
Kirkland, WA186 contributions
Spent about an hour and a half walking through this museum and found it quite interesting. Most of the signs explaining the various exhibits are in Spanish, but there are enough English translations that you can follow along. In the middle of the museum is a courtyard
where you can watch women weaving using traditional methods, which I found fascinating.
where you can watch women weaving using traditional methods, which I found fascinating.
Written 7 July 2007
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Cruiser631777
Boston, MA210 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Wasn’t impressed. Some nice artifacts but there are better museums to see them in. Not well organized and looks like I built the displays. Was champ and easy to walk through if you have the time.
Written 18 January 2020
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GlobeTrottingKate
Los Angeles, CA125 contributions
June 2019 • Family
Having gone to Machu Picchu, Pisac ruins, and rather immersed in Inka knowledge, we were curious to see more at the museum. It is dimly lit, and some of the translations are a bit wonky, but it didn't affect our experience negatively, and we really enjoyed seeing so many artifacts and seeing it organized by the different regions/tribes. If you have an hour, I definitely recommend, and it's right of the main Plaza.
Written 12 June 2019
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Es aquí en el museo que se puede ver mujeres tejando y un músico que presenta vasijas silbadoras con agua ?
Written 20 July 2019
does the museum except visa cards for payment? i am leaving cusco today and am wanting to avoid withdrawing additional soles. thanks
Written 16 January 2017
Soles only. It's very cheap though.
Written 25 January 2017
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