Lima proudly features an overwhelming diversity of art galleries. Inside the city, visitors will cherish galleries which display rich Peruvian culture, as well as Pre-Columbian art, European period art, and modern art.
1) Artco Art Gallery
Artco Art Gallery is the best gallery in the city. Visitors will literary live the art experience as they walk through the halls. Artco Art Gallery displays several works from Peruvian contemporary artists. Tourists are constantly surprised by the number of talented young artists who live in Lima.
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2) Art Gallery Moll
Art Gallery Moll exhibits masterpieces from Peruvian artists. The Art Gallery Moll is located in the Mirafloras district, an area which is covered in art galleries. The permanent exhibitions include work from popular artists, such as José Sabogal, Enrique Camino Brent, Camilo Blas, Jorge Vinatea Reinoso, and many others.
3) Handicraft Gallery at Huaca Pucllana
Huaca Pucllana features a handicraft gallery with objects from ancient cultures of Peru. Some of the items in the gallery date back to 400 AD. Aside from the gallery, Huaca Pucllana is a treasure in itself. The archaeological discovery is an ancient pyramid ruin and a must-see while in Lima.
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4) Centro Cultural Ricardo Palma
Centro Cultural Ricardo Palma is another fantastic site for Peruvian art. Located in the Miraflores District, Centro Cultural Ricardo Palma offers art from local talent. Inside the gallery, visitors will admire a pleasant collection of paintings, photography, and contemporary prints.
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5) Art Gallery in Park Kennedy
In the central area of Kennedy Parque, tourists may check out a small craft market. Local artists often exhibit their works here in the afternoon. The goods for sale range from quality paintings to statuettes. The Art Gallery in Park Kennedy is also a great place to visit at night and is very popular among tourists.
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6) Miraflores Municipal Gallery
The Miraflores Municipal Gallery is also known as the Luis Miro Quesada Garland Hall, as the gallery is located inside this building. The Miraflores Municipal Gallery is a very popular tourist destination. The collection includes both work from local artists, as well as artists from abroad.