All contemporary art museums to visit in Chile

Experience the cutting-edge world of contemporary art at 11 museums in Chile. These museums showcase works by modern artists, exploring current themes and innovative techniques.

Are you a fan of contemporary art? These are the best contemporary art museums in Chile:

  1. Artequin Museum Vina del Mar1

    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.
  2. Violeta Parra Museum2

    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.
  3. Valparaiso Cultural Park3

    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.
  4. National Center for Contemporary Art Cerrillos4

    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.
  5. Museo de la Solidaridad Salvador Allende5

    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.
  6. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Santiago6

    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.
  7. Museo Interactivo de Osorno7

    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.
  8. Casa del Arte José Clemente Orozco8

    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.
  9. Museo de Arte Moderno Chiloé9

    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.
  10. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Traiguén10

    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.
  11. Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Valdivia11

    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.