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Lima’s Larco Museum is one of Latin America’s most prominent pre-Columbian museums boasting thousands of pieces. Join a small group and tour guide to explore the highlights of the museum in just a few hours. See over 5,000 years of Peruvian history in one place as you explore several exhibits from erotic pottery to pre-Columbian art and a collection of gold and silver pieces.

Discover the glittering gold and ancient treasures of the Gold of Peru Museum on a private 3-hour tour from Lima. Delve into five rooms, each bursting with thousands of unique gold artifacts, with a knowledgeable guide and uncover the fascinating history of the precious metal. Also included in the tour is a visit the Weapons of the World Museum, an extensive collection of armory from a variety of countries. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

⚠️ Important: The price shown corresponds to the ESSENTIAL option. Full experiences, such as hotel pickup and entrance fees to the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs, are only available in Premium or Private options. Lima is a magical and ancient city with an impressive cultural, gastronomic and religious heritage. On this tour you will discover the best of the city in just 4 hours visiting the three historical periods of our capital: pre-Hispanic, modern and colonial Lima.

Discover the highlights of Lima, even if you have only limited time, with this private half-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy the convenience of pickup and drop-off at your hotel, cruise port, or airport, and explore attractions such as Cathedral of Lima, Park of Love, Huaca Pucllana, and Plaza Mayor.

Join us for a visit to the colonial mansions that have stood the test of time, and enjoy an engaging experience guided by our expert local guide. Our first stop is the Banco de la Reserva Museum, where you’ll explore its basement galleries and discover an impressive collection of artifacts from Peru’s pre-Hispanic cultures. Next, we head to the Central Museum and then continue to the Main Square, the heart of Lima’s historic center. Here you’ll have the perfect opportunity to capture stunning photos of the Government Palace, the Cathedral, and the City Hall. The highlight of the tour is an exclusive visit to Casa Aliaga, a secret gem of Lima. Built in the 16th century by the Aliaga family—who still owns it today—this mansion offers a romantic, elegant, and mysterious atmosphere. Stroll through its salons and private rooms as your guide reveals its fascinating stories. We end the tour with a delightful Pisco & Wine tasting.

Located in the Lurín Valley, this sacred site was dedicated to Pachacamac, the most important god of Peru’s coastal cultures. During our visit, we’ll explore remarkable places such as the Acllawasi—the House of the Chosen Women—and the impressive Temple of the Sun, both built during the Inca period. This sanctuary was extremely important, serving as a ceremonial center for multiple pre-Inca cultures as well as the Incas themselves. To complete the experience, we’ll visit the site museum, where you’ll find ceramics, textiles, and many other archaeological treasures that reveal the rich history of the region. Join us and uncover the mysteries of ancient Peru!

The Larco Museum showcases exhibits from Peru’s pre-Inca days, but exploring independently means missing the hidden secrets of the ancient Chimú and Sipán cultures. On this tour, explore the Larco Museum as your guide sheds light on the lifestyles and traditions of Peru’s historic forebears. Visit other top attractions including Lima Cathedral and the Monastery of Santo Domingo, with pickup and drop-off at your Miraflores or San Isidro hotel included.

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.

Discover 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history on a small-group tour of the Larco Museum. This dynamic guided visit provides fascinating insights into the history and significance of the exhibits. Throughout the tour, you're free to ask questions for a more enriching and personalized experience. Enjoy free time to explore the museum's remarkable collection of pre-Columbian art and artifacts and marvel at the intricate craftsmanship and stories behind their makers.

The balconies, Moorish architecture, and churches of Lima’s historic center offer a fascinating glimpse of the city’s colonial past. Experience the best of the Lima old city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a private tour that includes hotel pickup and drop-off, snacks and drinks at Bar Cordano, and entrance fees. This private tour offers a flexible, personalized experience, with departures available in the morning or afternoon.

Discover the most enigmatic park in Lima and experience its famed laser light show on this small-group tour. Admire the colorful fountains, which move in harmony with music, at Circuito Magico Del Agua. Afterward explore the bohemian district of Barranco and learn about its history and culture as you stroll the art-filled streets.

Join our journey through time and enjoy the history of pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern Lima. Visit Lima's oldest resorts, its valley, pre Hispanic temples and its grand main square. See its colonial architecture and recreational spaces, hear about its religious beliefs and the unique names of its streets, and enjoy the evolution, modernization and the lifestyle of its most picturesque characters. This is a private tour where you will have a tour guide just for you and your party, get in contact with local people and learn more about Lima, the city of kings and Queens!

Discover the mystifying Nazca Lines, spectacular Paracas National Reserve, and enchanting Huacachina oasis on a 3-day group tour from Lima. In Paracas, you'll observe sea lions, penguins, and other exotic marine life on a boat tour of Paracas Bay. Later experience the thrill of sandboarding in Huacachina's golden dunes. The multi-day adventure concludes with a flight over the desert to get a bird’s eye view of the ancient geoglyphs.

Ensure your visit to the Nazca Lines is comfortable and stress-free on this small-group tour from Lima. Enjoy pickup from your central Lima hotel at night and a ride on an air-conditioned overnight bus to Nazca. In the morning, board a plane for your overflight over the Nazca lines. Then head back to Lima by bus. Includes option to add a land tour to see the Nazca Lines.

Travel more than 5,000 years back in time on a full-day private tour to the Caral Archaeological Zone. This excursion is perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the typical tourist checklist. Convenient hotel pickup from Lima takes you to the UNESCO-listed pyramid complex. Enjoy an entertaining tour with your guide, plus free time to explore. Stop for lunch in Huacho before returning to Lima.

Uncover the mysterious of ruin that pre-date even the ancient Machu Pichu on an enriching 3.5-hour excursion from Lima. Explore downtown Lima with a knowledgeable guide to discover a series of huacas, pyramid like structures, used for ceremonial purposes. Visit the significant sites of Huaca Pucllana and Huallamarca to gain fascinating insight into the history, origin and cultural relevance of the structures. Learn all about the unknown indigenous pre-Incan civilizations as you’re transported back to the year 200BC.

Explore the sights of Peru’s capital city on a small-group walking tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere while strolling around the Central Market and visit the city's other top landmarks. As you walk, learn the stories behind each sight. Try out Spanish greetings with help from your guide and uncover the intriguing history of Lima as you venture through the streets. A personalized experience is guaranteed on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited to 12 people.

Explore Lima’s top highlights during this 4.5-hour introduction to the Peruvian capital’s wealth of historic landmarks. Tour the pre-Incan archaeological site at Huaca Huallamarca and explore the history of Lima’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed downtown. You’ll also check out the wealth of pre-Columbian art at Larco Museum, watch the changing of the guard at the Government Palace and visit the historic Convento de Santo Domingo. Your Lima highlights tour also includes round-trip hotel transport by minivan, a driver-guide, all entrance fees and bottled water.

Discover the ‘City of Kings’ on a private walking tour through Lima. Visit the city’s main highlights such as the main square, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Rimac Bridge and more. Learn about the rich history of the city from its pre-colonial age to the Spanish colonization to present-day from your informative guide. Enjoy a few tastings of local treats and discover the local culture of Lima.

Transfer to Parque del Amor in Miraflores. Its central part exhibits a sculpture dedicated to love. Proceed to enjoy a panoramic view of the archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana that operated between centuries V - VIII AD. After that, visit the Historic Center of Lima. Admire the Plaza Mayor, the Archbishop of Lima and the Government Palace and its magnificent bronze fountain dating from 1650. Continue to the convent of San Francisco, a masterpiece of colonial architecture where you can appreciate the beauty of its monastic cloisters and remarkable paintings. In the underground galleries are impressive catacombs. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant by your own. Finally visit the Larco Herrera Museum, a colonial mansion built in the eighteenth century which has an extensive collection of ceramics from pre-columbian art and textiles worked with materials and tools used by the ancient Peruvians, as well as gold and silver pieces with semiprecious stones. Return to the hotel.

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’s attractions might be great in number, but you can still cover plenty of them in a limited time if you plan right. This half-day tour helps you maximize your time and check off top sights (including Huaca Pucllana and the Convent of San Francisco) in less than five hours, thanks to speedy transportation.

The adventure begins at Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, where, accompanied by an expert guide, you will take a guided tour inside the site, discovering first hand the history, worldview and remarkable advances of the pre-Inca cultures in the heart of Miraflores. Then, we will visit a local market in Miraflores, a feast of colors and aromas where you will know the extraordinary biodiversity of Peru and taste exotic fruits from the coast, the mountains and the jungle. We continue to the romantic Love Park, with an unrivalled view of the Pacific Ocean, ideal for memorable photos. The journey continues to the Historic Center of Lima, declared a World Heritage Site, where you will visit the most important stages of colonial history. We will finish at the majestic Convent of San Francisco, including its famous catacombs, and the iconic Plaza Mayor in Lima. ✨ A complete tour that combines archaeology, living culture, gastronomy and unforgettable landscapes.

Discover Lima's top attractions in a single day on a small-group tour. Thanks to its extensive itinerary, this excursion is perfect for travelers who are short on time or want to orient themselves to the city for independent exploration. As you explore the Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro neighborhoods, your local guide provides commentary that takes you out of the guidebook and into the heart of Lima's vibrant culture and history.