Museum of Musical Instruments
About This Museum
Tucked away on a steep, cobblestone street in La Paz, this place is a real hidden gem for anyone who loves music. It's not a huge, overwhelming museum, but more like walking into a wonderfully cluttered attic full of sonic treasures from all over the globe. You can get surprisingly close to everything, from delicate charangos to massive bombos, and I even spotted a weird-looking instrument made from an armadillo shell! The best part is that they sometimes have staff or local musicians who will actually play some of them for you, which brings the whole collection to life.
Collection Highlights
Look for the beautiful Bolivian charangos and quenas, along with that unforgettable armadillo-shell charango. They also have a great selection of Andean wind instruments and drums you won't see anywhere else.
Visitor Information
It's easy to miss the entrance on Jaén Street, so keep your eyes peeled. Definitely check their opening hours online before you go as they can be a bit limited.
Architecture & Building
It's housed in one of those classic, colonial-era buildings on Calle Jaén, with a white-washed facade and a heavy wooden door that leads you right into the past.
Contact & Location
Address: 711, Calle Apolinar Jaen, San Sebastián, Centro, La Paz, Pedro Domingo Murillo, La Paz, Bolivia
Phone: +591 2 2408177
