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5. Museo de Oro Precolombino (Museum of Precolumbian Gold)

Calle 3 & 5, Avenida Central & 2, Bajos Plaza de la Cultura, San José
506-223-0528 · FAX: 506-243-4220

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This museum boasts a stunning collection of over 1500 gold artifacts. In fact, it's one of the world's most noted collections of Pre-Columbian gold, with valuable coins, figurines, jewelry and more. On the second floor of the museum, guests are educated about the social and cultural aspects of the Pre-Columbian culture, while the third floor offers insight into the different uses for and meanings of a wide array of gold pieces. All of the gold pieces date from 500 – 1500 AD. A gift shop is located on site for those visitors looking for books and other mementos of their experience.   (© 10Best)

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Hours:

Daily 9:30am-5pm


Admission:

Adult $6; Student $3


Website: Visit the Museo de Oro Precolombino website »


Type: Museums

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