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Museums
Museums
Museums

Museums

The Art & History of Antigua

Welcome to the Museums at Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, situated within the historic premises of The Convent of Santo Domingo in Antigua, Guatemala.We proudly showcase six permanent museums and two art galleries featuring rotating exhibits.

Please note that some museums may be closed during your visit. We recommend contacting our Concierge at the Hotel in advance for detailed information. You can reach them at T. (502) 78201220.

A portion of the museum route takes place outdoors. We advise wearing sunscreen and a hat during Antigua Guatemala’s summer months, while a parasol is recommended in winter.

For educational institutions planning a visit, we have special procedures and rates in place. Kindly reach out to the Museum Director in advance for further details. You can contact them via email at museos@casasantodomingo.com.gt or call T. (502) 78201220.

Please note that we do not offer guided tours at this time.

Hotel

A place where you can rendezvous in baroque splendor.

Archaeological Area
Archaeological Area

Witness the modern composition of the main altar at the temple, now visible for observation.

Colonial Museum
Colonial Museum

Explore an impressive collection of artworks spanning the 16th to early 19th centuries.

Museum of Pre-Columbian Art and Modern Glass
Museum of Pre-Columbian Art and Modern Glass

Marvel at the captivating contrast between glass sculptures and exquisite pre-Hispanic clay and stone pieces.

Archaeological Museum
Archaeological Museum

Discover a remarkable array of pottery and stone objects primarily from the classical period (200-900 AD) of Maya culture, including female figures, vases, plates, bowls, funerary urns, censers, axes, and ceremonial yokes.

Marco Augusto Quiroa Room and Artist's Room
Marco Augusto Quiroa Room and Artist's Room

Immerse yourself in a spacious enclosure showcasing temporary exhibitions of distinguished artworks by both national and international artists, each lasting three to six months.

Silver Museum
Silver Museum

Delve into a room filled with numerous silver objects dating back to the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries.

Pharmacy Museum
Pharmacy Museum

Explore a collection of objects and furniture used in 19th-century Guatemalan pharmacies, providing insights into historical pharmaceutical practices of the era.

Pope Museum
Pope Museum

Located on the ground floor of the Chapel Santo Hermano Pedro de Betancourt, this museum offers an immersive experience into the life and achievements of the Nobel Prize-winning author.

Miguel Angel Asturias Museum
Miguel Angel Asturias Museum

Explore a biographical museum showcasing personal belongings of the esteemed author, along with an impressive collection of prizes, trophies, and diplomas bestowed by various Guatemalan institutions.

Efraín Recinos Museum
Efraín Recinos Museum

Immerse yourself in the museum's ample spaces, which host temporary exhibitions lasting three to six months, providing national and international artists a platform to showcase their latest works.

Galleries & Art Rooms
Galleries & Art Rooms

Experience ample exhibition spaces within the museum, providing a platform for both national and foreign artists to showcase their latest works in temporary exhibits that last from three to six months.

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Be sure to explore the enchanting attractions of Antigua, Guatemala, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge in a tapestry of unforgettable experiences.