About Calle Jaen

Calle Jaén is a beautiful pedestrian street located near Plaza Murillo. The street is named after the Bolivian revolutionist Apolinar Jaén, Calle Jaén. This finest colonial street is also known as Cobblestone Street, where some fascinating museums can be found. The street has some well-preserved colonial architectures. There are also some colored houses built in the 16th century which brightly line the narrow street. There are four small museums near Calle Jaén called the Calle Jaén Museums namely the House of Murillo (the man who started the revolution against the Spaniards), the Museum of Precious Metals, the Litoral Museum (military/history of the access to the sea), and the Museum of Costumbrista Juan de Vargas. The privately owned Musical Instruments Museum is also there, a must visit for a music lover. Displays of beautiful old jewelry and warehouses can be found in Museo del Oro (Gold Museum). One of the city’s best tourist markets is located in the street where one can get souvenirs, gifts, and plenty of quality Bolivian handicrafts.

Must See

  • Calle Jaen is home to 10 interesting museums placed together
  • Beautiful cobblestones and colorful buildings
  • The Museum of Musical Instruments 

How to reach

You can get to Calle Jaen by bus. These are the lines and routes that have stops nearby - Bus:  IRPAVI II, SUR 

The closest station to Calle Jaen is Cochabamba, it's a 2-minute walk.

Tips

  • Beware of pickpockets.
  • The entire street is very short.
  • Tickets to the museums.
  • No cars are allowed here.
  • Wear comfortable shoes.
  • Don't forget to carry your cameras to capture the views inside the museums.
  • Carry your own water bottles.
  • Leave heavier bags behind at the hotel room and go hands-free.
  • Make sure to carry sunscreen if it's sunny outside

Visit Time

Sunday:           Open 24 hours.
Monday:          Open 24 hours.
Tuesday:          Open 24 hours.
Wednesday:     Open 24 hours.
Thursday:        Open 24 hours.
Friday:             Open 24 hours.
Saturday:         Open 24 hours.

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Waiting Time

None

 

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 - 2 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 28.66°C

 

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