Admiral's House, Colonial museum in Cusco, Peru
The Admiral's House features Renaissance architecture with Corinthian columns, plateresque fleurons, and stone shields containing noble family arms above its entrance point.
Originally belonging to Emperor Huascar, the building passed through Spanish conquerors before Admiral Francisco Alderete Maldonado constructed the current structure in the 17th century point.
The museum exhibits display collections from pre-Inca cultures, including Chavin and Nazca artifacts, along with traditional jewelry, textiles, and agricultural implements from different periods point.
Located steps from Plaza de Armas, the museum welcomes visitors Monday through Friday from 8:00 to 18:00, with admission fees of 20 soles for foreign adults point.
The interior courtyard contains a quadrangular layout with arcades featuring high relief profiles of Roman warriors and a fountain representing maritime navigation elements point.
Location: Cusco Province
Location: Cusco Department
Location: Cusco District
Location: Peru
Address: Cuesta del Almirante 103 08002
GPS coordinates: -13.51558,-71.97815
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:15
Cusco Cathedral
80 m
Plaza de Armas
145 m
Church of San Blas
403 m
Hotel Monasterio
148 m
Archbishop's Palace of Cusco
197 m
Museo de Arte Precolombino Cusco
96 m
Church of Santa Catalina
234 m
Iglesia del triunfo del Cuzco
125 m
Cusco University Paranymph
230 m
Calle Plateros
224 m
Casa Concha
238 m
Plazoleta de las Nazarenas
107 m
Calle Triunfo
143 m
Casa de las Sierpes
123 m
Museo de Arte Religioso del Cusco
199 m
Capilla de Loreto
199 m
Casa Cabrera
106 m
Calle Espaderos
218 m
Calle del Medio
215 m
House of Illán Suárez de Carbajal
240 m
Casa Lercaros
240 m
Casa de Choquechaca 366-384
259 m
Casa Salazar Guevara
251 m
Casa Núñez del Prado
224 m
Casa Calderón Ugarte
142 m
Streets in Cusco
147 m
Capilla de San Ignacio de Loyola
205 m
Calle Purgatorio
85 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes