Museum
Salvadoran Museum of Art
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The Salvadoran Museum of Art (MARTE) is the country's leading art institution, housed in a sleek contemporary building in the Colonia San Benito neighborhood. Visitors explore permanent and temporary exhibitions showcasing Salvadoran masters like Salarrué and international artists, along with a sculpture garden and a museum shop. The museum offers a quiet, cultured escape from the city's bustle, with well-curated displays that provide insight into Central American art history.
Don't miss
- Rotating exhibitions of Salvadoran and international contemporary art
- Sculpture garden featuring works by local artists
- Museum shop with unique art books and crafts
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Salvadoran Museum of Art
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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