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Pharmaceutical Museum, Matanzas

4.8

#2 of 8 in Museums in Matanzas Province

Pharmaceutical Museum represents the world's only late 19th-century French apothecary, which still houses original furniture and items. Step inside to gain insight into what Cuban pharmacies offered citizens about a hundred years ago. Find original items such as bottles, utensils, books, and instruments displayed on wooden shelves that reach the ceiling. The pharmacy was built in 1882 and reopened as a museum in 1964. Its construction is a prime example of domestic Neoclassical architecture. Two floors as well as a makeshift third floor in the attic surround a central courtyard. Plan to see Pharmaceutical Museum and other attractions that appeal to you using our Matanzas attractions app .

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marydarkeyes

September 25, 2017

Ce fut notre première visite à Cuba et on en gardera un excellent souvenir. Deux guides adorables qui ont fait tout leur possible pour se faire comprendre (alors que l'une ne parlait pas anglais et no... more »

This was our first visit to Cuba and we keep a great memory. Two adorable guides who went out of their way to be understood (as one did not speak English and we very bad Spanish). Yet the Exchange was very friendly and informative! Authorized photos not too long visit remains superb.

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benjamin p

September 21, 2017

Première pharmacie de la ville ouverte par un français. Les guides sont très accueillant et connaissent bien le sujet, les explications sont complètes. Le lieu est resté le même qu'à l'époque. C'est u... more »

First the city opened by a french pharmacy. The guides are very welcoming and familiar with the subject, the explanations are complete. The place remained the same as at the time. It is a place to visit if you go to Matanzas.

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Ontario76

September 8, 2017

Equal to some of the old ones in historic parts of Europe, but here it was in regular use a lot longer due to the embargo. Still a facinating place. more »

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Meagan Stetson

May 5, 2017

Great collection of antique pharmacy bottles, tools and supplies. Cost $3 CUC for admission. Guided tour only and tour guide only speaks Spanish.

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Francisco Galán

June 14, 2017

Excelente Museo, esto es un verdadero tesoro, tiene todo tipo de sustancias, cristalería, etc. Varias salas con piano, cuadros, exposiciones. Agradezco enormemente a la gente del lugar a mi prima Gina, que nos presento a la encargada la cual nos guío muy amablemente.

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Excellent Museum, this is a real treasure, has all sorts of substances, glassware, etc. Several rooms with pictures, exhibitions, piano. I thank greatly the locals to my cousin Gina, who presented a charge which we guided very kindly.

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Reinhold St

October 8, 2016

Juni 2016 Sehr interessantes und informatives Museum am Parque de la liberdad. Zedernholzregale des Arztes Ernesto Triolet aus dem Jahr 1882, Porzellanfläschchen aus Frankreich und alte Glasbehälter aus Böhmen.

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June 2016 very interesting and informative Museum at the Parque de la liberdad. Cedar shelves of doctor Ernesto Triolet dating back to 1882, porcelain bottles from France and old jar from Bohemia.

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Laura Tuomisto

May 18, 2016

Mieletön paikka jossa aika on kirjaimellisesti pysähtynyt. Kannattaa käydä!

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Mindless place where time is literally stopped. It's worth a visit!

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Ramiro Rodriguez

August 27, 2015

Esta era la Farmacia Triolet.Estaba en la calle de Milanes.Creo.

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This was the Triolet.Estaba pharmacy in Milanes.Creo Street.

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