Museo Andes 1972 Crash Memorial

Immerse yourself in the incredible story of survival and resilience at the Museo Andes 1972 Crash Memorial. Discover the powerful exhibition dedicated to the memory of the Uruguayans who perished in the Andes in 1972 and those who miraculously survived.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Andes Museum - Nestled within a 19th-century edifice in Montevideo’s historical core, now a designated national monument, the museum showcases an array of exhibits. These include photographs, archival materials, personal effects, and fragments of aircraft wreckage, among other significant artifacts. A chronological display recounts the day-to-day…
What's Included
  • Local guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Information

The Museum honors the memory of the 29 Uruguayans who perished in the Andes in 1972, when their airplane crashed on its way from Montevideo to Santiago de Chile. This exhibition is also dedicated to the16 fellow, who “returned to life” after having endured 72 infernal days under the worst imaginable conditions. (see movie and/or book: ‘Alive’)
The…

Location
Rincón 625
Rincón
27 metres from Constitucion squere
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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W421injulioh
Aug 21, 2025
Excellent visit. - Excellent, I loved knowing more the history of this event, the photo cards, the stories that were born there, also the simulator to see for 1 minute what are temperatures less than 0.
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Yolek459
Aug 15, 2025
Exciting - Wonderful museum, provide us a very large approach to the human drama lived by the survivors of the accident their relatives and relatives of the people who did not return from the mountain. It practically makes us feel like them, causing us great emotion to see the story being told by the people themselves. The organization of the exhibition and the whole museum is impeccable! Not to go to Montevideo and not to know this place.The extremely attentive staff.
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Fernandogu2470lx
Aug 15, 2025
EXCITING!!! - Exciting!! Very good Mood and guide to the place, the cold cabin makes you reflect on what those boys went through. 10/10. Recommended 100%
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Meitor
Aug 2, 2025
Fantastic! - Wonderful and exciting. The museum takes you to the imaginary of the accident. With real passenger parts and aircraft parts. They were real heroes.
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Petergq9700bs
Jul 30, 2025
A must in Montevideo! - This is an incredible museum! Although it is quite small, it is easy to spend safely two hours there. EN and EN amazing achievement on the mountain, told through unique objects and a very knowledgeable and friendly guide.
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Departure26424346441
Jul 29, 2025
QR code at reception - There was no exchange for real, so I had to access the website using the QR code from the reception to pay for the ticket. It was quick. I recommend.
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Priscilla_f
Jul 29, 2025
Amazing! - Very good! The museum is super complete and full of real elements of the event. In addition, it is possible to better understand what those people went through, through experiences made possible by the museum, such as those related to the feeling of temperature when touching different materials, for example.
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Alexandrafe9654ng
Jul 21, 2025
- This is a spectacular museum, packed with information and memorabilia about the 1972 plane crash in the Andes. The harrowing story of how some of the passengers managed to survive and ultimately find rescue is detailed through photographs, video interviews, news clippings, and an amazing variety of artifacts. There is even a small simulator machine where you can experience - 15°C with winds. I learned so much, especially since the founder and director circulates among visitors answering questions and explained exhibits. This is truly a must see.
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Sergiocoelho_rj
Jul 18, 2025
- Surprising museum, which tells not only the story of the tragic accident, including passenger belongings, but also the climatic factors and the subhuman conditions of survival, demonstrating the complexity of the situation. *Deletec for the Simulator of Andine Conditions, where the temperature reaches -150C. A must-see psra that is to Montevidéu.
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Ricardo
Jul 21, 2025
Unparalleled history. - The story is impressive. For those who have already studied the topic it is quite interesting to have contact with objects related to it. It's worth it.
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From $8
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).