All art museums and attractions to visit in Chile

Chile has a lot to offer for art lovers. Below we list all 34 art museums that are located in Chile.

Do you like art and are you looking for the best art museums to visit in Chile? These are the ones:

  1. Museum of Precolombian Art1

    Museum of Precolombian Art

     Santiago
    The Museum is housed in the old building of the Royal Customs Palace of Santiago, located at the corner of Bandera and Compañía streets, in the historic center of the Chilean capital. It is conveniently located near the Plaza de Armas metro station, making it easily accessible for tourists.
  2. Gabriela Mistral Cultural Centre2

    Gabriela Mistral Cultural Centre

     Santiago
  3. Centro Cultural Estación Mapocho3

    Centro Cultural Estación Mapocho

     Santiago
  4. Baburizza Palace4

    Baburizza Palace

     Valparaíso
  5. Museum of Visual Arts5

    Museum of Visual Arts

     Santiago
    The Museum of Visual Arts (MAVI) is situated in the vibrant Lastarria neighborhood of Santiago, Chile. It is conveniently located next to the Archaeological Museum of Santiago, in the Mulato Gil de Castro Square. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists who are exploring the city and are interested in immersing themselves in Chilean art and culture.
  6. Matucana 1006

    Matucana 100

     Estación Central
  7. San Francisco Colonial Museum7

    San Francisco Colonial Museum

     Santiago
    The San Francisco Colonial Art Museum, situated in the former convent of the Church of San Francisco in Santiago, Chile, was established in 1969. This historical location adds a unique charm to the museum, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in colonial art and history.
  8. Artequin Museum Vina del Mar8

    Artequin Museum Vina del Mar

     Viña del Mar
    Artequin Viña del Mar is an educational art museum that aims to stimulate interest in art and creativity in children. The museum uses an interactive and playful methodology, complemented with reproductions of universal art. The museum offers guided tours, workshops, and creates educational material to achieve this goal.
  9. Museo Artequin9

    Museo Artequin

     Estación Central
    The smashing pavilion holds art museum aimed at kids - interactive, amusing, tasteful. So extraordinary!
  10. Violeta Parra Museum10

    Violeta Parra Museum

     Santiago
    The Violeta Parra Museum, located in Santiago, Chile, is an art museum and cultural center dedicated to preserving and promoting the work of the renowned Chilean artist, Violeta Parra. The museum was inaugurated on October 4, 2015, and is situated on Vicuña Mackenna Avenue 37, with an additional entrance on Ramón Corvalán Street 38.
  11. Valparaiso Cultural Park11

    Valparaiso Cultural Park

     Valparaíso
    This former prison belongs to the city's most vibrant art museums. It even includes work from former inmates, some of whom even work here.
  12. National Center for Contemporary Art Cerrillos12

    National Center for Contemporary Art Cerrillos

     Cerrillos
    The National Center for Contemporary Art Cerrillos (CNACC) is a relatively new addition to Chile's cultural scene, having been established in September 2016. It serves as a museum for temporary modern exhibitions and also acts as a repository for Chilean art works from 1967 onwards. This makes it a unique destination for those interested in contemporary Chilean art.
  13. Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende13

    Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende

     Santiago
    The Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende (MSSA) is a contemporary art museum situated in Santiago, Chile. It is managed by the Arte y Solidaridad Foundation, which is composed of representatives from the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Cultures, Arts and Heritage, and the Salvador Allende Foundation.
  14. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Santiago14

    Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Santiago

     Santiago
    The Museo de Arte Contemporáneo (MAC) is an institution that falls under the Faculty of Arts of the University of Chile. It is situated in the city of Santiago, making it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city.
  15. Decorative Arts Museum Rioja Palace15

    Decorative Arts Museum Rioja Palace

     Viña del Mar
    The Rioja Palace is a significant historical building located in the Vergara Population sector of Viña del Mar, in the Valparaíso Region of Chile. It is situated on Quillota street, between 3 and 4 North. This location is easily accessible and is a key point of interest for tourists visiting the area.
  16. Regional Museum of Rancagua16

    Regional Museum of Rancagua

     Rancagua
    The museum's collection is displayed in various settings that replicate a 19th-century house. Visitors can explore a living room, dining room, bedroom, study, and traditional kitchen, each filled with period-appropriate objects.
  17. Museo de la Moda17

    Museo de la Moda

     Vitacura
    El Museo de la Moda, located in Vitacura, Santiago, Chile, is a private institution that specializes in the collection, preservation, and exhibition of clothing items. These items have been either donated or acquired at international auctions, making the museum's collection unique and diverse. The museum was inaugurated in July 2007 by the Museo de la Moda Foundation, which was established in 1999 by Jorge Yarur Bascuñán.
  18. Museo Artequin18

    Museo Artequin

     Santiago
  19. Museo del Carmen de Maipú19

    Museo del Carmen de Maipú

     Maipú
    The Museo del Carmen de Maipú is a private museum with a historical, religious, and artistic character. It is located in the commune of Maipú, Santiago de Chile. The museum is a place that preserves, exhibits, and communicates various goods of Chilean cultural heritage.
  20. Museo O'Higginiano y de Bellas Artes de Talca20

    Museo O'Higginiano y de Bellas Artes de Talca

     Talca
    Founded on August 20, 1964, the Museo O'Higginiano y de Bellas Artes de Talca has since become a repository of significant collections. These include Chilean paintings, sculptures, Mapuche silverware, manuscripts, weapons, and numismatics. These collections offer a comprehensive insight into the artistic and historical past of the Maule Region and the country.
  21. Santuario Cuna de Prat21

    Santuario Cuna de Prat

     Ninhue
    The Hacienda San Agustín de Puñual, also known as Santuario Cuna de Prat, is a significant site in Chilean history. It serves as a hacienda, museum, and national historic monument. It is located in the commune of Ninhue, in the Province of Itata, Ñuble Region. The site is managed by the Armed Forces of Chile, ensuring its preservation and maintenance.
  22. Violeta Parra Museum22

    Violeta Parra Museum

     San Carlos
    The Violeta Parra Museum in San Carlos, Chile, is a cultural institution dedicated to the life and work of Violeta Parra. It is located in the city of San Carlos, in the province of Punilla, in the Ñuble Region. The museum aims to share and disseminate the legacy left by the singer-songwriter over the years.
  23. Balmaceda Arte Joven23

    Balmaceda Arte Joven

     Concepcion
  24. Museo Interactivo de Osorno24

    Museo Interactivo de Osorno

     Osorno
    The Museo Interactivo de Osorno, established in 2013, holds the distinction of being the first and only Science and Technology Museum in southern Chile. This unique position makes it a significant point of interest for tourists interested in science, technology, and the history of the region.
  25. Casa del Arte José Clemente Orozco25

    Casa del Arte José Clemente Orozco

     Concepcion
    The Casa del Arte José Clemente Orozco, also known as the Casa del Arte or Pinacoteco, is a Chilean art museum located on the campus of the University of Concepción, in Concepción. It is situated on the corner of Chacabuco and Larenas, facing the Plaza Perú. The gallery attracts approximately 75,000 visitors a year and houses the country's largest collection of paintings outside the capital city of Santiago, and the most complete collection of Chilean art with some 1,800 works.
  26. Museo de Arte Moderno Chiloé26

    Museo de Arte Moderno Chiloé

     Castro
    The Museo de Arte Moderno Chiloé, also known as MAM Chiloé, is a museum and art center that focuses on contemporary art. It is situated in the city of Castro, in the Province of Chiloé, in the southern part of Chile. This location makes it a unique destination for art enthusiasts who are interested in exploring the contemporary art scene in this part of the world.
  27. Museo Interactivo Claudio Arrau León27

    Museo Interactivo Claudio Arrau León

     Chillán
    The Museo Interactivo Claudio Arrau León, also known as Mical, is situated in the city of Chillán. It is dedicated to showcasing the artistic career and life of the renowned local pianist, Claudio Arrau. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibits that provide a deep insight into the musician's life and work.
  28. Museo Arqueológico de los Andes28

    Museo Arqueológico de los Andes

     Los Andes
  29. Museo de Arte y Artesanía de Linares29

    Museo de Arte y Artesanía de Linares

     Linares
    The Museo de Arte y Artesanía de Linares is a specialized museum located in the city of Linares, the capital of the province with the same name, in the VII Region of Maule, Chile. The museum focuses on Art and Crafts, providing a unique insight into the local culture and heritage.
  30. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Traiguén30

    Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Traiguén

     Traiguén
    The Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Traiguén is a contemporary art museum situated in the commune of Traiguén, in the Araucanía region of Chile. This location offers visitors a chance to explore the rich cultural heritage of the region through the lens of contemporary art.
  31. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Valdivia31

    Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Valdivia

     Valdivia
    The Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Valdivia, also known as MAC Valdivia, is an institution that operates under the Universidad Austral de Chile. It was established in 1994 within the ruins of the former Andwanter brewery, which was originally built in 1851. This historical setting adds a unique charm to the museum, making it an interesting destination for tourists.
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    Taller Calamina

     Valparaíso
  33. 33

    Galería de Arte Modulor

     Castro
  34. 34

    Museo de la Gráfica de Chillán

     Chillán