Museum
Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo
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Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo (MAAC) is a cultural gem in Guayaquil's Las Peñas neighborhood. The museum's anthropological wing showcases pre-Columbian artifacts from Ecuador's coastal and Amazonian regions, including intricate goldwork and pottery. Its contemporary art galleries feature rotating exhibitions by national and international artists, often addressing social and environmental themes. The building itself, with its modern architecture and riverside location, offers a serene setting for reflection.
Don't miss
- Gold figurines and ceremonial objects from the La Tolita culture
- Rotating contemporary art exhibitions in spacious, light-filled galleries
- Panoramic views of the Guayas River from the museum's terrace
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Museo Antropologico y de Arte Contemporaneo
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMoco Museum Barcelona Admission Ticket: Modern & Contemporary Art4.6★ · 1,327 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$18 per personSee dates →
Most bookedGuided Tour: Early Access to the Museum of Anthropology4.7★ · 172 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$42 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleGuayaquil Layover Sightseeing Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transport5★ · 30 travelers3–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$120 per personSee dates →More attractions in Guayaquil
