National Museum of Colombia

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8 / 10

3 expert reviews

“This museum is housed in the expansive, Greek-cross-shaped building called El Panóptico (designed as a prison by English architect Thomas Reed in 1874).”

– Lonely Planet

Fodor's Fodor's
"The striking building that houses the National Museum was a prison until 1946; some parts, particularly the narrow top-floor galleries, maintain a sinister air." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The ground floor presents pre-Hispanic Colombia by means of a beautiful series of ceramics arranged according to major themes. The first floor is dedicated to the Spanish conquest" Full review