Pre-Columbian Art Museum + National History Museum Tour
Tour Description
We'll begin our tour by meeting at the indicated time at Plaza de Armas, under the majestic equestrian statue of Don Pedro de Valdivia, the founder of the city. Ready to visit the most important museums in Santiago de Chile?
There, we'll start the tour by talking about Valdivia's journey, and his arrival to Chile in 1541, laying the groundwork for understanding the impact that colonisation had on the Pre-Hispanic people.
A short walk from the square, we'll arrive at the Pre-Columbian Art Museum, located in the old Palacio de la Real Aduana. This museum houses an impressive collection that celebrates the cultural diversity of the Americas, with over 3000-year-old Andean textiles and Chinchorro mummies, the oldest in the world, standing out.
Through ceramic, metal, and stone pieces, we'll discover the masterpieces of civilisations such as the Maya people, the Aztecs, and other cultures that inhabited Chilean territory. Without a doubt, this journey back in time will amaze you!
After exploring the marvels of Pre-Columbian art, we'll make our way to the National History Museum, where the most significant milestones of the Andean country are narrated. This museum has a valuable collection of furniture, costumes, paintings, coins and archaeological pieces that illustrate Chile's past. In addition, with the help of informative models and recreations, we'll learn about the stages through which the country has passed.
We'll finish the tour after a total of 3 hours of diving into the roots and cultural evolution of Chile.
More Information
Duration
3 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
English–speaking guide
Admission to the Pre–Columbian Art Museum
Admission to the National History Museum
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Latin Style Travel Corporate name: Jaime Mois Corona Registered Office: Central 048, Santiago de Chile, Chile Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): RUT 103494834 Contact information: Send an email to the provider o call
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Equestrian Statue of Pedro Valdivia
Where does the activity end?
National History Museum
