Museum of Religious Art Tickets

Museum of Religious Art Tickets

Visit the Museum of Religious Art in Cusco and explore one of Peru's finest collections of colonial religious paintings and sacred artefacts. Housed in a former archbishop's palace, this historic museum showcases centuries of spiritual and artistic heritage in the heart of Cusco's historic centre.

Your ticket grants you access to extensive galleries filled with restored biblical paintings, intricate silverwork, and ceremonial pieces that tell the story of how indigenous and Spanish cultures merged to create Cusco's unique religious identity. You'll also explore the atmospheric catacombs beneath the building and admire the famous twelve-angled stone that forms part of the museum's exterior wall.

Highlights

• Browse the extensive Pictorial Collection spanning different centuries and artistic styles
• Admire restored paintings depicting biblical scenes and saints with indigenous influences
• Discover intricate silverwork and ceremonial pieces from the colonial period
• Explore the atmospheric catacombs beneath the historic building
• See the twelve-angled stone, one of Cusco's most famous examples of Inca stonework
• Walk through the renaissance patio and peaceful gardens of the former archbishop's palace

Plan Your Visit to Museum of Religious Art

The museum opens daily from 10:00am to 6:00pm in Cusco's historic centre. Plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring the galleries, catacombs, and courtyards at your own pace. The main exhibition areas are wheelchair accessible, though some sections may have restricted photography.

The museum sits perfectly within a day exploring Cusco's colonial heritage. After your visit, you might want to continue to Qorikancha Temple to see how Inca and Spanish architecture blend, or take a Cusco walking tour to discover more historic sites in the area. Your ticket includes fast-track entry and access to all collections and the catacombs.