Decorative Arts Museum Rioja Palace
About This Museum
You'd never guess that one of Chile's most stunning French-style palaces is tucked away in Viña del Mar, a world away from the Loire Valley. Stepping inside feels like being invited to a private estate from a bygone era, where every object tells a story of opulent living. The collections are an intimate glimpse into the daily lives and extravagant tastes of the 19th-century Chilean elite. It’s less a formal museum and more a preserved moment in time, filled with personal treasures.
Collection Highlights
Look for the impossibly intricate marquetry furniture, delicate European porcelain services laid out for a phantom dinner party, and shimmering silver pieces that once graced aristocratic tables.
Visitor Information
Find it at Quillota 214 in Viña del Mar; it's the kind of place you can happily wander through in an hour or two, escaping the modern world completely.
Architecture & Building
The Rioja Palace itself is a grand, French-inspired château with manicured gardens, ornate ironwork, and an imposing facade that commands the street.
Contact & Location
Address: Palacio Rioja, 214, Quillota, Población Quinta Rioja, Viña del Mar, Provincia de Valparaíso, Región de Valparaíso, 2520754, Chile
Phone: +56 32 218 4690
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