About MALBA

The Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires (MALBA) is a tribute to the creativity of Latin American artists. Established in 2001 around the Costantini collection, the museum has in a short span of time become one of the top museums in the world for contemporary Latin American art and a major tourist attraction in Buenos Aires. The stunning museum building, built out of limestone, steel and glass, is in itself worth admiring and gives an early indication of things to come. Inside, where the artworks weave their magic on you. The star attraction is the permanent collection which includes twentieth-century masterpieces by Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, Xul Solar, and Antonio Berni among others.

 

Must See

  • Permanent selection of works from Antonio Berni
  •  Diego Rivera
  • Juan Gris
  • Frida Khalo
  •  Ernesto Deira
  • Xul Solar
  • Guillermo Kuitca.

How to reach

Subway: Line D, nearest station Palermo, Plaza Italia

Bus: 67, 102, 130, 124

Other public buses in the zone: 10, 37, 38, 41, 59, 60, 67, 92, 93, 95, 108, 110, 118, 128

Tips

  • Non-flash photography for personal use is permitted.
  • The cafe in the museum complex is quite good.
  • There is a souvenir shop also.
  • The gift shop offers some exclusive hand made art pieces.
  • The tour is audio assisted.
  • Some Vegan eating options also available.
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Visit Time

Sunday:       12:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday:      12:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday:     Closed

Wednesday: 12:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Thursday:     12:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday:           12:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday:      12:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Waiting Time

No waiting time

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

Adult: AR $170

Children under 5, 65+: Free

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 24.3°C

 

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