Museo Los Amantes de Sumpa: A Millennia-Old Love Story
Explore an ancient burial ground and discover the captivating story of the Lovers of Sumpa in Santa Elena, Ecuador.
Discover the ancient burial ground of the Vegas culture at Museo Los Amantes de Sumpa in Santa Elena, Ecuador. See the famous 'Lovers of Sumpa' skeletons, intertwined in an eternal embrace, and explore artifacts from one of Ecuador's oldest coastal civilizations.
A brief summary to Museo Los Amantes de Sumpa
- Q48M+M26 Amantes de sumpa, Santa Elena, EC
- +5934-294-1020
Local tips
- The museum is closed on Mondays. Check the opening hours before you go.
- Consider calling ahead to arrange for a Spanish-speaking tour guide.
- Combine your visit with a trip to nearby Salinas or other attractions on the Santa Elena peninsula.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From the main bus terminal in Santa Elena, take a local bus towards the city center. The museum is located a short walk from Avenida Rafael Balseca y Universo. Buses from Guayaquil to Santa Elena cost approximately $4-$11 and take about 2 hours. From Salinas, buses to Santa Elena are frequent.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Santa Elena. A short taxi ride from the bus terminal to the Museo Los Amantes de Sumpa should cost around $2-$3. Taxis from Guayaquil to Santa Elena cost $140 - $170 and take about 1.5 hours.
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Walking
From the center of Santa Elena, the museum is easily accessible on foot. Head west towards Avenida Rafael Balseca y Universo. The museum is located a couple of blocks from the main road.
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