Top Lima Walking Tours

This city tour is designed for travelers who want to know the best of Lima in a few hours, in a comfortable, safe and well organized way. Unlike a common tour, we combine the modern area of Miraflores, a panoramic stop in Huaca Pucllana, the Historic Center of Lima and the entrance to the famous Catacombs of San Francisco. It includes pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels, professional guide and a small group experience to better enjoy each place.

Learn about Spanish occupation in Peru during a walking tour of Lima’s historic center. Marvel at the 16th century mansions, churches, and balconies as you walk from Plaza San Martin to Plaza de Armas, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour includes a visit to the spooky catacombs, where you will discover why limes weren’t just used for drinks. The experience lasts about 4 hours.

Lima's bohemian Barranco neighborhood has a thriving food scene, but, for visitors, it can be difficult to choose which venues to visit. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this small-group walking food tour that takes you to the area's best restaurants and shops to sample a plethora of Peruvian foods and drinks.

Complete your Lima bucket list in just over three hours 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.

Explore two of Lima’s top neighborhoods with ease on this small-group guided bike tour. Go further with less effort on two wheels, with a professional guide to lead the way and provide more insights. See highlights such as Parque Kennedy, Miraflores Boardwalk, Parque del Amor, Puente de los Suspiros, and Parque Municipal de Barranco.

See the best that Peru’s capital, Lima, has to offer as you embark on a city sightseeing tour. Join a small group and visit important landmarks like the Park of Love, the Huaca Pucllana archaeological site, Plaza Mayor, and the Convent Museum of San Francisco. As you explore, your guide sheds light on the three historical periods of Lima—pre-Hispanic, colonial, and modern—as well as the cultural and gastronomic heritage.

Taste your way through historic Lima on an evening food tour that combines local landmarks with a series of food and drink tastings. Since Lima draws foods and traditions from all around the country, you’ll have the chance to try a wide range of treats, with a local guide to help find the very best versions among the overwhelming options in the city center.

Go beyond the tourist plate and decode the "Why" behind the world’s #1 food destination. This isn't just a food tour; it’s a curated journey through Peru’s culinary DNA. Led by an expert Sherpa, we bridge the gap between Lima’s raw energy and its sophisticated modern mastery. We start in the heart of the iconic Surquillo Market with an exotic fruit and ingredient tastings, the rare biodiversity of the Andes and the Amazon. From there, we navigate the fascinating urban transition into Miraflores, tracing how ancestral traditions transformed into a global phenomenon. You won’t just eat; you’ll experience the full evolution of flavor. From the electric freshness of market-style Ceviche and Pisco to the soulful depth of Criollo heritage, culminating in a signature deep-dive into a top-tier local favorite. With 10+ iconic tastings, you’ll leave with the "insider" perspective on how migration and identity created the most exciting kitchen on the planet.

Discover Lima’s most popular attractions and neighborhoods during a full-day tour of the city. Marvel at the colonial architecture of Plaza de Armas, eat lunch in the trendy Miraflores neighborhood, and find street art in the bohemian Barranco district. Meanwhile, learn about Peru’s ancient Incan empire and Spanish colonial rule as you visit key historical sites, and gain an insight into life in Peru now.

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.

Discover Lima's best side on this guided evening tour of the city. Dress up for cocktails at a trendy beachfront bar, enjoy gourmet dining at a restaurant inside of a 2,500-year-old archaeological complex, and finish up with a walking tour of the bohemian Barranco district en route to dessert. This tour includes all food, drinks, and transportation, ensuring a night to remember.

Navigate Lima's UNESCO World Heritage-listed center—without tackling the route yourself—on this full-day tour. Go beyond the guidebooks and typical tourist route, stopping at sites such as San Martín Square, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and other landmarks. Finish by exploring the catacombs under the Convent of San Francisco.

Discover Lima’s vibrant nightlife scene on an evening bar and club crawl through the Miraflores district. You won't have to plan your evening out—leave the itinerary to your guide as you visit three bars and one club or four bars, depending on the night. Get to know your group with fun drinking games, and enjoy free shots at the first three locations with exclusive drink discounts.

Visit the most colorfull district of Peru, Barranco... Barranco is famous for its bridge of sights, its church and its path down to the beach. The district has a very interesting history, bohemian and artistic lifestyle, murals, street art. If you would like to explore the town for 2 hours and learn about the escense of the district, this is the perfect tour. We start our Barranco Tour by the main square talking about the district history. We will continue walking by the famous ''28 de Julio'' street, Here we will share the true meaning of the murals on the district, the murals can share so many stories that can blow your mind. Later, visit the "Bajada de Baños" street, a famous path down to the beach full of plants, trees, art and colors. Here you can cross the famous Bridge of Sights and pass by the Church ''La Hermita''. Finish this fantastic tour by looking at the green coast or coming down to the beach!

This experience is special because your guide is a former official guide of Huaca Pucllana, who has interpreted the site for years, worked alongside archaeologists, and understands its history at a level few guides can offer. You won't just see the site; you'll decipher it. I share unique stories, excavation details, and cultural insights that traditional tours often overlook, giving you a deeper and clearer understanding of this ancient civilization. Because the tour is private, you can proceed at your own pace, ask all the questions you want, and enjoy a personalized, engaging, and culturally rich visit—perfect for travelers who value authenticity and expert knowledge.

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.

Taste the delicious diversity of Peru’s thriving cacao industry during this 2-hour chocolate-making workshop at Lima’s ChocoMuseo. Learn about every step of the chocolate-making process, including roasting the beans, removing the husk, grinding the nibs and refining the paste in a ‘melangeur.’ You’ll then get to create your very own chocolate with your choice of ingredients, leaving with a delicious handmade dessert. This chocolate-making workshop includes all necessary ingredients, a chocolate drink tasting and a handmade chocolate souvenir.

The Miraflores neighborhood is home to many of Lima’s most popular eateries, but knowing where to find the best of them requires local knowledge. On this food-lover’s walking tour, wander through the pretty streets with your guide to lead the way, and discover the street-food flavors the residents love. Sample locally sourced seafood and speciality coffee, and savor traditional Peruvian cuisine in one of the best restaurants in Miraflores.

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.

Explore an ancient Inca city just outside of Lima on a half-day, small-group tour of Pachacamac Itshma Temple. From its artifact-filled museum to the Temple of the Sun and a palace backdropped by desert scenery, Pachacamac is proof you don’t need to travel to remote parts of the country to glimpse Inca heritage. Round-trip, private transport from Lima includes hotel pickup for a hassle-free excursion, and your tickets are booked in advance.

Get acquainted with the historical treasures of Lima on a full-day walking tour, including pickup from Jorge Chavez Airport. Alongside your guide, you’ll explore Lima’s UNESCO-listed historical center and learn about the capital’s past and present. Take the beautiful Jiron de la Union pathway and descend to the city's subterranean catacombs. See, too, Lima Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) and the Catedral de Lima on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people. Relish the convenience of airport pick up and hotel or airport drop-off at the end of your tour.

Rather than just focusing on the Historic Center of Lima, get the whole picture of Peru’s capital on a tour that covers four of its most interesting neighborhoods: Barranco, Miraflores, Chorrillos, and Surquillo. You’ll cover a mix of highlights and hidden gems in a vehicle, so you can spend less time stomping and more time sightseeing. Plus, you’ll also overcome the language barrier at a market for a glimpse into local life.

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.