The best museums in Paraguay in January 2025

These are the top 20 best museums in Paraguay, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Paraguay? These are the best ones:

  1. Museum of Sacred Art1

    Museum of Sacred Art

     Asuncion
    The Museum of Sacred Art of the Nicolás Darío Latourrette Bo Foundation is a unique cultural institution located in Asunción, Paraguay. It houses a collection of Hispanic-Guarani Baroque sacred art sculpture pieces, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich artistic heritage of the region.
  2. Independence House Museum2

    Independence House Museum

     Asuncion
    The Independence House Museum, known as Museo Casa de la Independencia, is situated in the heart of Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay. This central location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city.
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    Central Railstation Museum

     Asuncion
    If you want to view the history of railways in Paraguay, come to this museum where you will get interesting information!
  4. Cultural Center of the Republic4

    Cultural Center of the Republic

     Asuncion
    The Cultural Center of the Republic in Asunción, Paraguay is housed in the historic Town Council (Cabildo) building. The center's primary mission is to strengthen awareness of all aspects of national history, thereby giving the building itself the status of a monument.
  5. Manzana de la Rivera5

    Manzana de la Rivera

     Asuncion
    Manzana de la Rivera, located in Asuncion, Paraguay, is a collection of historical buildings. These buildings are significant as they represent the architectural heritage of the city. The complex includes museums and exhibition halls that make up the Cultural Center of the Rivera.
  6. National Museum of Fine Arts of Asunción6

    National Museum of Fine Arts of Asunción

     Asuncion
    The National Museum of Fine Arts, also known as Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Asunción, is a significant cultural institution located in Asunción, Paraguay. Established in 1909, the museum has a rich history and has been a cornerstone of Paraguayan culture for over a century.
  7. Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum7

    Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum

     Asuncion
    The Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum is an ethnographic and archaeological museum located in Asuncion, Paraguay. It was inaugurated on November 28, 1933, and has been housed in the Museum Dr. Andrés Barbero building on España Street since 1956. The museum was founded by Dr. Andrés Barbero, who invited the Paraguayan Scientific Society to establish the museum.
  8. Museum of the Memory of the City8

    Museum of the Memory of the City

     Asuncion
    The Museum of the Memory of the City is situated in the Casa Viola, a part of the Manzana de la Rivera architectural complex. This location is directly opposite the Government Palace in Asuncion, the capital of Paraguay. The museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the history of Asuncion through its various exhibits and collections.
  9. Mythical Museum Ramón Elías9

    Mythical Museum Ramón Elías

     Capiatá
    The Mythical Museum Ramón Elías, located in Capiatá, Paraguay, is a unique institution dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Paraguayan myths and culture. Founded by Ramón Elías, the museum serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Paraguay, offering visitors a chance to delve into the country's mythology and understand its cultural roots. The museum's exhibits are a reflection of Elías' extensive research and passion for Paraguayan mythology, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in cultural exploration.
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    Clay Museum

     Asuncion
    The Clay Museum, officially known as the Centro de Artes Visuales Museo del Barro, is situated on the outskirts of Asuncion, the capital city of Paraguay. This location makes it easily accessible for tourists visiting the city and provides a unique opportunity to explore Paraguayan and Ibero-American visual arts.
  11. Centro Cultural de Lago11

    Centro Cultural de Lago

     Areguá
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    Museum of Natural History

     Asuncion
    In the area of the botanical gardens, there is a small museum presenting natural history mainly from Paraguayan area.
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    Parque Ecológico y Eco Museo Ing. Alfredo Sitzmann

     Hohenau
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    Museo Jakob Unger

     Filadelfia
  15. Loma Plata Museum15

    Loma Plata Museum

     Loma Plata
  16. Museo de las Memorias16

    Museo de las Memorias

     Asuncion
    The Museo de las Memorias in Asuncion is a place of reflection and memory. It showcases paintings, graphics, and historical objects that relate to the human rights violations that took place during the dictatorship of Alfredo Stroessner. This period, from August 1954 to February 1989, was a time of harsh and prolonged military and repressive regime in Paraguay.
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    Casa de la Victoria

     Encarnacion
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    Monumento Cientifico Moises Santiago Bertoni

     Presidente Franco
  19. Museo del Cuartel de Villa Real19

    Museo del Cuartel de Villa Real

     Concepción
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    Museo Municipal Salvador Garozzo

     Villa Hayes

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