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Experience the highlights of Lima with this guided tour with a small group of just eight people. Visit top attractions such as the Huaca Pucllana archeological site, Hostal Bolivar (famous for the Pisco Sour), Plaza San Martin, Museum of San Francisco and its catacombs, and Plaza de Armas, with a professional tour guide to provide more insights.

This hands-on culinary adventure is led by a professional chef. Learn to make beloved traditional dishes including lomo saltado (sauteed beef and vegetables on rice with French fries), causa Limeña (a terrine of seasoned mashed potato and other fillings), and chicha morada (a corn-based non-alcoholic beverage) in a relaxed atmosphere using traditional pots and techniques. Finally, enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped create!

Calling all active travelers, this half-day tour allows you to escape the city and immerse yourself in Lima’s coastal landscapes. In a small group limited to eight, cycle along El Malecon, a cliffside walkway that overlooks the Pacific Ocean, before hiking to the summit of El Morro hill for spectacular city views. All equipment and bottled water are included.

With over 30,000 artifacts on display, exploring and understanding the Larco Museum’s outstanding collection can be overwhelming. Discover over 5,000 years of Peru’s ancient history - without getting bored - on a small-group tour of this iconic Lima museum. Throughout the experience, you’ll enjoy engaging and interactive commentary from your guide that brings the collection of textiles, gold, and silver to life.

Take a private, small-group tour to one of the Inca Empire’s most important religious sites and learn from your local guides about the Inca culture, traditions, and customs. Given that the Pachacamac archaeological complex is three times bigger than Machu Picchu and situated near Lima, this is an ideal alternative for travelers with no time to visit Cusco.

The half-day Lima City Tour offers a wonderful experience exploring the highlights of the city, as well as its emblematic traditional neighborhoods. Lima holds the title of the “city of kings”, granted by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro. The central core still retains palpable evidence of the colonial era, implying that history is still alive in its streets.

In this private visit, you will learn about Peruvian art history with one of our Curators (an experience not offered at the ticket counter), and afterward, you will enjoy a glass of champagne in our exclusive Salon Prado, which is closed to the public. Additionally, you will have access to our department of conservation, another space that remains closed to the general public.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Lima during this 6-hour private walking tour of the Peruvian capital. Join your knowledgeable guide on this personalized visit to the top city neighborhoods and attractions, including upscale Miraflores, a local market, Lima’s historic center, the Monastery of San Francisco (and its catacombs) and bohemian Barranco.

Discover three of Lima's most iconic districts on a small-group tour of Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro. In Miraflores, enjoy stunning views of the Pacific Ocean from the boardwalk. Then, explore the bohemian streets and visit the Bridge of Sighs in Barranco. Finally, marvel at San Isidro's elegant architecture and visit the Huaca Huallamarca archaeological site. Listen to insightful commentary on each district's history and culture along the way.

Discover two of Lima’s most popular and picturesque attractions on an exciting evening tour of the city. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, be transported back to pre-Colombian cultures with the ancient artifacts of the Larco Museum (Museo Larco), and then awaken your senses with a spectacular light and sound show in Lima’s Parque de la Reserva (Park of the Reserve).  Stop off to sample local delicacies and a refreshing pisco sour during your exciting excursion into the night.

Visiting a new place can be really stressful when you don't have your rides to and from the airport planned out as you can end up waiting hours for a ride. This Lima Airport Round-Trip Transfer takes the stress away from it all by providing you with prebooked rides. You can ride comfortably and safely from Lima airport to your hotel in Miraflores, Barranco, or Sani.

Complete your Lima bucket list in just half a day on a small-group sightseeing tour. This excursion is ideal for travelers who are short on time, as well as people who want to orient themselves to the city for future exploring. The extensive itinerary includes visits to the Barranco neighborhood, Miraflores, Huaca Pucllana shrine, Olive Park, and more. Along the way, enjoy live commentary that brings Lima’s history and culture to life.

Begin your vacation in Peru the right way with a convenient airport arrival transfer. Enjoy a smooth and stress-free journey to your Lima hotel, skipping crowded taxi ranks and navigating the city's confusing public transport systems. Available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, the transfer will coincide exactly with your arrival flight.

Get a taste for the vibrant culinary scene in Lima with a food-focused tour. Cover ground across the city with stops in several different districts that include a visit to a Peruvian coffee roaster, a market tour, and a ceviche class. Sample pisco and learn how to make Peruvian cocktails with a hands-on workshop. The final stop is a gourmet lunch with dessert at a restaurant overlooking pre-Incan ruins.

Explore Lima by bike with a 5-star local guide. In just 2.5 hours, you’ll see iconic landmarks like Kennedy Park, Huaca Pucllana, the Green Coast, and Barranco’s Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy great stories, safe cycling, and a mix of history, culture, and unforgettable ocean views.

Get hands-on experience preparing some of Peru’s most iconic dishes and shopping at a local market during this Lima cooking class. First stop by the market to pick out fresh meat and produce, discovering the incredible diversity of ingredients in Peruvian cuisine. Then head to the kitchen choosing to prepare a choice of fish, chicken, beef or vegetarian dish like ‘Ceviche’ learning the necessary steps in fun, relaxed atmosphere. Your cooking excursion also includes round-trip hotel transport (for most areas of Lima), professional chef instructor, snacks and either lunch or dinner.

See a totally different side of Lima away from the usual tourist highlights during this visit to one of the city’s shantytowns. During your exploration, encounter silverware craftsmen and visit a local kindergarten, offering a chance to challenge the prevailing myths about poverty and the people it impacts. Best of all, a portion of your trip purchase goes to helping the community and its residents. Your tour includes round-trip hotel transport from Barranco, Miraflores, and San Isidro.

Discover Lima in all its illuminated splendor on a small-group evening tour. This excursion is ideal for travelers who want to avoid tourist crowds and experience the city from a unique vantage point. After an easy transfer from your hotel, visit the catacombs beneath the San Francisco Church with your guide. Then see the many landmarks in the city’s UNESCO-listed historic center, including the Presidential Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and City Hall.

Discover the history, art, and culture of Callao with this small-group guided tour from Lima. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to the historic center of Callao to explore its history and landmarks, including the Real Felipe Fortress. Afterwards, see street art and murals in the artsy area before ending at La Punta for seaside views, with time for a beer and snacks (own expense).

Experience Lima by night on a magical tour of the Magic Water Circuit, the world’s largest fountain complex. Enjoy included transport to Parque de la Reserva, where water, lights, and music create a stunning nightly show. Walk through glowing arches, play with interactive fountains, and watch the famous Fantasia Fountain Show. A local guide will share stories about Lima’s culture and the meaning behind the fountains. Capture amazing photos and enjoy the cool evening air. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families—this is a peaceful, enchanting, and unforgettable experience.

This off-the-beaten-path Lima experience is fun, educational and very Peruvian. It is perfect for those that need a break from archeology and architecture but still want to learn more about Peruvian culture and its diversity. On this Lima tour and cultural exchange, we visit an urban community of the Shipibo-Konibo, an indigenous Amazonian people. The Shipibo are known in Peru for their very recognisable art and handicrafts. In particular the Shipibo textiles are very popular Peruvian handicrafts. During the tour, we learn more about Shipibo art, culture and traditions, and their interesting but often tragic history and current efforts to keep their culture alive. We’ll also share with our host family and will see and try out Shipibo techniques for ourselves. If you’re more of an observer, that’s perfectly fine as well!

Explore Lima, Peru—including Parque del Amor, the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site, the Historic Center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)—with ease on a half-day tour alongside a bilingual guide and forget about the language barrier. With just 15 people on your small-group tour, you'll enjoy an intimate experience, plus a pisco sour and ceviche demonstration and tasting.

Discover the highlights of Lima in a half-day with this small-group tour. Visit top attractions such as the Park of Love, Huaca Pucllana archeological site, Plaza Mayor, and Museum of San Francisco and its catacombs. At the Peruvian House of Literature, enjoy a demonstration and tasting of the iconic Pisco Sour.

With one day in Lima you can explore the very best of the city, from the colonial architecture of the historic center to pre-Colombian art and seaside neighborhoods. See the gorgeous interior of the San Francisco Convent, tour the Museo Larco, then get a glimpse of Lima’s earliest history in Miraflores. This full-day, private tour of Lima offers the flexibility and convenience of a personalized tour, including pickup and drop-off at hotels in some neighborhoods, and it’s an ideal choice for first-time visitors.