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Peru’s long history and diverse culture has inspired many museums and art galleries. If you visit Peru, you must visit a museum or two; but which ones? We’ve put together this list of the best museums and art galleries in Peru to help you decide. Whichever museum you wish to visit, Aracari can arrange exclusive access. So if you want to meet the curators, visit collections not usually seen by the public, or take a look behind the scenes, we can organize that for you.   7 top Specialty Museums in Peru 1. Museo Amano, Lima Opening Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10am-5pm (Monday by appointment only). The Amano museum in Lima boasts a remarkable collection of Pre-Columbian lace and textile arts. History lovers can take a walk through Peru’s rich textile past, viewing pieces from the Chavín, Nasca, Chimú, Chancay, and Inca cultures. For a truly immersive experience, Aracari can arrange for guests to visit the museum’s storage facilities. Here, cabinets can be opened and guests can get up close and personal with textiles developed by the Chancay culture. Aracari Traveler Tip: After visiting the Museo Amano, take a trip to one of Lima’s bustling artisan markets to buy traditional textiles and other crafts. 2. Museo Larco, Lima Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 9am-10pm. 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history is contained within the walls of the Museo Larco. It is home to the world’s largest private collection of Pre-Columbian art, ceramics and jewelry. The Museo Larco’s storerooms are open to the public, and visitors can wander through shelves containing 30,000 example of ancient pottery. The museum is surrounded by beautiful gardens, and visitors are encouraged to linger amongst the plant life. A restaurant on the terrace offers up Peruvian and international cuisine. Aracari Traveler Tip: Don't miss the Café