Museo de los Descalzos

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Top 3% of attractions in Lima
8 / 10

3 expert reviews

“The imposing Los Descalzos convent, built in 1594 to the glory of the Franciscans, cannot fail but delight.”

– Michelin Guide

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"At the end of the attractive Alameda de los Descalzos, all but forgotten, is this 16th-century convent and museum, run by the Descalzos." Full review
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"Founded in 1592 as a retreat for Franciscans who wanted to escape the bustle of worldly Lima, this functioning monastery offers an intriguing glimpse into a colonial convent." Full review