Museo Larco

We usually don’t have full posts dedicated to a museum, but in this case we’ll make an exception.  The Museo Larco is a bit outside the normal tourist areas, but it’s well worth the detour.  While more notoriously known for its collection of erotic pottery, there’s a little here for everyone from the history buff to the everyday gardener.

The entrance to the Museo Larco as viewed from the lower gardens. FYI, the lower gardens are where cafe and the erotic pottery are held. Yes. Very erotic pottery.

The main part of the museum chronologically displays artifacts from pre-Columbian cultures spanning over 5,000 years.

From pottery, to weapons, to jewelry, there’s a lot to see in this re-purposed 18th century viceroy mansion.

While most museums keep their storage areas under lock and key, the Larco Museum’s is open to the public. There are over 30,000 artifacts here, and wandering the rooms of floor to ceiling shelves is an immersive experience. Added bonus: more adorable dog-shaped pottery for me!

Okay, so the real reason the Museo Larco got its own post? Because the onsite gardens are so picturesque.