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Discover the highlights of Lima on this guided walking tour with a small group of travelers. Learn about Lima and Peru’s history as you walk around to iconic attractions, including the Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor), the Museum of San Francisco and its catacombs, Muralla Park, and the main square of Lima.

Travel back through 5,000 years of Peruvian history with this admission ticket to Lima’s fascinating Larco Museum. Situated inside a picturesque 18th-century colonial mansion, this comprehensive museum offers a great way to put Peru’s incredible wealth of historical sites and pre-Columbian cultures into context. Connect the dots between iconic Peruvian sites like Machu Picchu, the Nazca Lines, Cusco and much more as you admire its amazing range of exhibits, beautiful gold and silver artifacts and a unique erotic art collection.

Discover Barranco, Lima's bohemian district, on a 2-hour walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, dive into the local art scene, and learn about the history of Barranco, Lima, and Peru. Get insider dining recommendations and experience the creative energy of this captivating neighborhood.

Get a comprehensive overview of Lima's long and eventful history on a half-day group tour. Comfortable transportation beginning at your hotel enables you to complete the extensive itinerary without stressing over taxis or public transit. Spanning over 1,500 years of history, the excursion includes visits to the Huaca Pucllana ceremonial temple, Lima Cathedral, and the historical center. You'll also taste locally produced chocolate at the ChocoMuseo and enjoy a stroll around El Parque del Amor.

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.

Explore Peru’s must-see destinations on this 7-day, 6-night tour of Lima and Cusco, and see the sunrise at Machu Picchu. Discover Lima’s cultural landmarks and renowned cuisine, then travel to Cusco to experience its blend of Inca and colonial heritage. Visit the legendary mountaintop site of Machu Picchu with included entry. With daily breakfast, accommodation, and transportation provided, this budget-conscious trip also allows free time for independent discovery.

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.

Explore the landmarks, neighborhoods, and culture of Lima on this all-day excursion with a professional photographer. Begin in the historic center with visits to Plaza San Martin, Plaza de Armas, and the Monastery of San Francisco. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Lima’s Chinese quarter and get off the tourist circuit with visits to places like bohemian neighborhood of Barranco and the Chorrillos fishing harbor.

Discover the wealth of historic and modern attractions of Lima during a sightseeing tour that provides the ideal overview of the capital for first-timers. Feel like a real ‘Limeño’ (a Lima local) as you explore the town’s colonial and Incan architecture, visiting its charming neighborhoods and its many religious shrines and churches. Save yourself hours of planning travel logistics, as your guide takes care of transporting you.

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.

Enjoy and take advantage of your stop in the city of Lima. Our Cultural and Historical city tour, where a local guide will accompany you from your arrival at the port of Callao and will pick you up in a tourist transport and then go to the heart of the historic center of Lima and on the way, you will tell the historical background of the old viceroyalty of the Peru, then we will visit the most emblematic places of the city of the kings, such as the museum and convent of San Francisco, the Plaza de Armas of Lima and the archaeological center Huaca Pucllana.

Experience a sound and light extravaganza to remember on this fountains tour with dinner and a show in Lima. Following pickup at your accommodation in downtown Lima, Miraflores, or San Isidro, transfer to the Magic Water Circuit—where enormous jets of water explode into the skies to music and lights. You’ll also have time for a delicious dinner inside a historic 100-year-old house museum.

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.

Explore Lima's vibrant neighborhoods by bike on this half-day cycle tour. Visit the colorful Barranco district, Miraflores Boardwalk, and San Isidro neighborhood. marvel at the architecture and learn about the history and culture of each area from your knowledgeable guide. Traveling on two wheels is a great way to see the best of Lima in a short amount of time.

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.

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.

Embark on a unique adventure with our City Tour by Tourist Bus! Enjoy an unforgettable experience touring Lima at 4 meters high, with panoramic views that will allow you to discover the hidden charms of the city. Start your adventure in Miraflores, exploring iconic sites such as the vibrant Kennedy Park and the mystical Huaca Pucllana, along with other monuments full of history and culture. Then, we will head to the heart of Lima. On foot, we will explore the majestic Plaza San Martin, surrounded by historic buildings and elegant balconies. Stroll along the charming Jiron de la Union until you reach the emblematic Plaza de Armas, where you will be impressed by the imposing Cathedral and the Government Palace. End your tour at the historic Santo Domingo Monastery, a place full of peace and mystery. This tour combines 4 hours of exploration with a panoramic bus tour of Miraflores and a 1.5 hour walk through the historic center of Lima.

Travel just a short ways south of Lima to access the large complex of ruins, temples, and pyramids at the Pachacamac Archaeological Site on this half-day tour. This trip also includes a brief tour of important sites in the city of Lima and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Lima is a vibrant city filled with several eclectic enclaves and this small-group bike tour help you discover the best areas. Pedal around the neighborhoods of Miraflores and Barranco, stopping at several landmarks along the way, and pay a visit to the ancient stepped pyramid of Huaca Pucllana. Book this tour and gain a free night at the Albergue Verde Hotel in Miraflores, with a minimum stay of two nights.

Discover the culinary delights of Lima through the eyes of a local on a small-group food tour. Your adventure begins with a tuk-tuk ride around the Chorillos district and along the coast. Next, feast on a traditional Peruvian lunch at a local restaurant. Then, take a walking tour of the Barracco district, and listen to stories not found in any guidebook. Complete the excursion with Peruvian desserts.

Don't let confusing public transit, overpriced taxis, or lack of time keep you from exploring the wonders of Lima. This Lima city tour is specifically designed for passengers disembarking at the Port of Callao and includes a private van and professional guide to help you see the city's highlights, from its UNESCO-listed center to its famous cafes.

Discover the highlights of Lima in one day with this small-group guided tour. Visit top attractions and neighborhoods, such as Miraflores, San Isidro, and Barranco, and the Park of Love, Plaza San Martin, Plaza Mayor, and Museum of San Francisco and its catacombs, with a guide to provide historical context and insights.

On this Lima day trip, get away from the city to learn about how the majority of Peruvians live out in the countryside. Visit rural communities marked by subsistence agriculture and long-standing traditions—though a large percentage of the Peruvian population, many foreign visitors never get to know about it.

Uncover the ancient mystery of the Pachacamac Temple on a tour from Lima that helps you explore an off-the-beaten-path archeological site. Explore the religious compound with a knowledgeable guide to discover its 2nd-century origin; gaze at majestic pyramids dedicated to the sun and the moon; and admire the architectural precision of the buildings while learning about the customs of prehistoric Inca civilization.