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Tayrona Gold Museum - Customs House

Built in 1530 under the rule of García de Lerma, the Casa de la Aduana is an iconic symbol of Colombian architecture and a place of great historical value in Santa Marta. This building houses the Museo del Oro Tayrona, a cultural gem that offers free admission and displays an impressive collection of 565 pre-Hispanic pieces.

Among the featured objects are pieces of goldsmithing, ceramics, bone, shell, stone, as well as ethnographic and colonial elements that reflect the rich history of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta and the department of Magdalena.

The Museo del Oro Tayrona in Santa Marta, located in the Casa de la Aduana, is a must-see for those who wish to explore the cultural heritage of the region. The Santa Marta gold museum is recognized for its valuable collection that narrates the history and culture of the indigenous Tairona communities.

If you are interested in history and archaeology, the Tayrona Museum in Santa Marta offers you an educational and fascinating experience in the heart of the city.

How to get there by transport PUBLIC

Strategic Location of the Cathedral: Access via 2nd Carrera.
Historic Center: Located in the heart of the historic center of the city.
Public Transportation: It is possible to take a bus to the city center, with many routes passing nearby.

How to get there by transport PRIVATE

Access to the Cathedral: Via 2nd Carrera, between Calle 14 and Calle 15.
Location: In the heart of the historic center of the city.

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Centro Histórico de Santa Marta, Magdalena, Colombia
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Ticket price

Admission: Free. Accessibility: Facilities and access for people with limited abilities. Hours: Closed every Monday.

Transport price

Transportation by buses (Decree 568 of December 29, 2023): Buses, minibuses, and microbuses without air conditioning: $2,500. Buses, minibuses, and microbuses with air conditioning: $2,600. Transportation by taxi (Decree 469 of December 14, 2023): Minimum fare: $7,700.