Museo Arquelógico MAC Travel Guide

Free Guide: Discover ancient civilizations at Museo Arquelógico MAC in El Cadillal, Tucumán. Explore pre-Hispanic cultures and the history of the region.

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Discover ancient civilizations at Museo Arquelógico MAC in El Cadillal, Tucumán. Explore pre-Hispanic cultures and the history of the region.

The Museo Arquelógico MAC, nestled in El Cadillal, Tucumán, offers a captivating journey through the region's pre-Hispanic cultures. Discover artifacts from the Candelaria, Ciénaga, Tafí, Santa María, Aguada, and Condorhuasi cultures, providing insights into their daily lives, traditions, and artistic expressions.

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Opening hours

  • MonClosed
  • Tue10 am–5:45 pm
  • Wed10 am–5:45 pm
  • Thu10 am–5:45 pm
  • Fri10 am–5:45 pm
  • Sat11 am–7 pm
  • Sun11 am–7 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

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Paseo turístico, T4103 El Cadillal, Tucumán
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Getting there

Taxi

From San Miguel de Tucumán, a taxi is a direct way to reach the Museo Arquelógico MAC in El Cadillal. The journey covers approximately 26 km and takes around 20 minutes. Taxi fare will be between $17,000 and $22,000 ARS.

Bus

From the main bus terminal in San Miguel de Tucumán (Av. Juan B. Justo 1500), take a bus to 'El Cadillal' or 'Dique El Cadillal'. Buses depart approximately every 30 minutes, and the ride takes 30-45 minutes. Get off at the 'El Cadillal' stop. From there, you can walk 1.5 km to the lake following signs, or take a local taxi/mototaxi for a short ride. Bus fare is approximately 100 ARS.

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Located in the scenic area of El Cadillal, the Museo Arquelógico MAC (Museo Arqueológico El Cadillal) is a must-visit destination for those seeking to understand the ancient civilizations that once thrived in the Tucumán region of Argentina. The museum is located within the Puerto Argentino Tourist Complex.The museum showcases collections of objects that belonged to various pre-Hispanic cultures, including the Candelaria, Ciénaga, Tafí, Santa María, Aguada, and Condorhuasi cultures. These artifacts provide a glimpse into the daily lives, traditions, and artistic achievements of these early inhabitants. The museum's exhibits include pottery, tools, and ceremonial objects, all carefully curated to offer a comprehensive understanding of the area's rich historical significance.In addition to its displays of ancient artifacts, the Museo Arquelógico MAC also presents the history of El Cadillal, from its origins to the construction of the dam, using interactive and virtual content, projections, and recreational resources. This multimedia approach enhances the visitor experience, making the museum engaging and informative for all ages. খনIn 1965, the coasts began to erode due to the filling of the reservoir, which led to the first archaeological excavations in 1971/72 in some indigenous cemeteries located on the banks of the water.

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