Museum of Italian Art

The Museum of Italian Art in Lima's Historic Centre displays over 200 original works from Italy, including sculptures, paintings, drawings, prints, and ceramics from different regions. The collection covers a broad range of artistic expressions and presents works reflecting different periods and styles of Italian art history.

The museum was founded in 1923 as a gift from the Italian community to Peru on an important national occasion. Its creation reflected the strong bonds between the Italian diaspora and the country.

The building displays architectural elements inspired by Italian masters such as Bramante and Donatello, with Venetian mosaics adorning its facade. The spaces reflect Italian artistic tradition and invite visitors to experience these design influences firsthand.

The museum is located on Avenue Paseo de la República and is relatively easy to reach. Plan your visit from Tuesday to Saturday, and wear comfortable shoes for exploring the galleries.

Since 1998, blind visitors can experience art through touch, using special gloves to feel bronze and marble sculptures during guided sessions. This initiative makes the collection accessible to people with visual impairments and offers a completely different way to engage with artworks.

Location: Lima

Inception: November 11, 1923

Founders: Italian Peruvian

Official opening: November 11, 1923

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Operator: Instituto Nacional de Cultura del Perú

Address: Avenida Paseo de la República, 250

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 09:00-16:30

Phone: +5113215622

Email: museodearteitaliano@cultura.gob.pe

Website: https://museos.cultura.pe/museos/museo-de-arte-italiano

GPS coordinates: -12.05846,-77.03680

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01