Museums and Art Galleries

San Juan’s cultural landscape spans from the colonial history of Old San Juan to the vibrant street art of Santurce. This collection includes the Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico with its expansive sculpture garden, the historic Ballajá Barracks, and specialized institutions like La Casa del Libro. Visitors can explore pre-Columbian artifacts at the University of Puerto Rico, contemporary design in Miramar, and local urban art along Calle Cerra’s independent galleries.

Museum of the Americas

Great museum dedicated to the history and culture of both American continents. Very informative and enlightening!

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Ballajá Barracks

The Ballajá Barracks is a historic building and former military barracks located in the Ballajá section of Old San Juan, in the city of San…

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Museo Casa Blanca

Casa Blanca is a historic house museum situated in Old San Juan, the historic colonial district of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

African Roots Museum

This museum attempts to provide an insight into the little known sides of Puerto Rican history, namely the role of the Africans in it.

La Casa del Libro

This museum is entirely dedicated to the history of the written and printed word. A breath-taking collection of old books and documents!

Art Museum

The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico is an art museum in Santurce, a barrio of San Juan, Puerto Rico, with 18 exhibition halls.

Museum of Contemporary Art

If you're a dedicated fan of contemporary art, try this museum. Vibrant installations and very interesting pieces.

Museum of Anthropology History and Art

Located on the University of Puerto Rico campus, this museum houses significant archaeological collections and Francisco Oller’s iconic masterpiece, "El Velorio."

Museo de Biologia

A university-run facility dedicated to biological research and the preservation of Puerto Rico's flora and fauna specimens.

Museo de Vida Silvestre

The Museo de Vida Silvestre is located in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It was inaugurated on November 1, 2010, and houses more than 200 specimens…

Museo de Arte y Diseño de Miramar MADMi

Set in the historic Cuevillas House, this museum focuses on the intersection of industrial design, architecture, and contemporary art in Puerto Rico.

Museum of Contemporary Puerto Rican Art

Housed in the historic Georgian-style Rafael M. de Labra School building, this museum showcases post-1940s art from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

Espacio Minerva

A multidisciplinary art space in Santurce that hosts rotating contemporary exhibitions, creative workshops, and community-driven cultural events.

Galeria Recinto Cerra

An independent gallery and shop situated in the heart of Santurce’s street art district, specializing in urban contemporary works.

Omart Gallery

A boutique gallery space dedicated to showcasing contemporary Puerto Rican painters and sculptors.

C787 Studios

A creative studio and exhibition space focusing on street art, graphic design, and collaborations with local urban artists.

Galería Petrus

A prominent Miramar gallery representing established Puerto Rican artists through exhibitions of painting, sculpture, and mixed media.

Roberto Paradise

A contemporary art gallery with an international presence, featuring experimental works by emerging and mid-career artists.

Galería Agustina Ferreyra

A contemporary gallery focusing on conceptual and experimental art, often participating in international art fairs to promote local talent.