Tour of the National Mint of Bolivia

Learn about the prosperous past of the Villa Imperial de Potosí on this guided tour of the National Mint of Bolivia!

Tour of the National Mint of Bolivia

We'll meet at the time of your choice in front of the National Mint of Bolivia, a significant location in the history of Bolivia and the Spanish Empire.

Upon entering, we'll be greeted by the majestic entrance cloister and 5 courtyards of the National Mint. We will also see a giant mask above the arcades of the courtyard. Join us to discover the identity of this figure and the reason behind its ironic expression.

During the exploration of different rooms, we'll learn about the institution's importance during the viceregal era, when the Villa Imperial de Potosí was among the richest cities in the world.

The museum features paintings, numismatic collections, smelting furnaces, and historical machines used to mint coins. We will see examples of reales, marks, and gold and silver coins.

At the end of the tour, we'll visit the gift store, where you can purchase brass, copper, or silver souvenirs, or even stamp your own coin.

After an hour and a half tour, we'll conclude at the exit of the museum.