Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups)
Recommended by 99% of travelers
Lima, Peru
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Get acquainted with the rich regal history of Lima on an educational sightseeing tour of the Peruvian capital. Alongside a knowledgeable guide, delve into the ambient tangle of Lima’s historical center; gaze at the fabulous façade of the Presidential Palace; descend to the eerie catacombs of San Francisco Monastery; and admire the ancient Dominicans Tower. A portion of your tour goes to an NGO that support social projects in the community.
- Sightseeing tour of Lima's historical landmarks and regal monuments
- Visit ancient structures like the San Francisco Monastery and the Presidential Palace
- Learn about the city's intriguing history from your expert guide
- Relish the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Lima hotel
What's Included
- Entrance tickets to the Catacombs
- Professional guide
- Small group
- All Fees and Taxes
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.
Itinerary
1
Plaza San Martin
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Jiron de La Union
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Iglesia y Convento La Merced
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Lima Cathedral
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- We recommend to wear confortable clothes, shoes and take a bottle of water with you
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 1,595 reviews
Darria_C, Apr 2026
Enjoyed this tour on my first full day in Lima. Aaron was a great tour guide and is very knowledgeable! The tour was about 3.5 hours of the historical area. Perfect for solo travelers like myself.
EDWARD_B, Apr 2026
The city tour was wonderful. The main square features incredibly beautiful architecture. The tour guide was good
Alejandro_R, Apr 2026
Interesting walk through old Lima to explore more of its history, architecture and traditions.
Giovanna is a great, knowledgeable guide and very helpful with tips and recommendations for all visitors.
Michele_H, Apr 2026
This half day tour gave us a great overview of the history of Lima and the influence of the Spaniards and catholic missionaries. We enjoyed the architecture and history of the downtown area. There were very interesting street performers. It's a bustling thriving area. The convent and catacombs were very interesting (if a little bit creepy.) Our guide Silvana was very knowledgable and funny. She answered questions about the history and culture of the city. Then she treated us to churros!
Laura_B, Apr 2026
Such a fun and interesting experience. I’d recommend! Included some extras like water and churros. Loved Sabiana
Natalia_S, Apr 2026
Totally recommend this tour if you want to see a little bit of Lima and to know more about local culture and architecture. Our tour guides were super fun and cool! The group is small and feels more private.
jmao98, Apr 2026
Good tour that we learned a lot about Peru and its history. Good pace and break to taste the pisco sour .
JocelynT, Apr 2026
We joined the walking tour led by Silvana. Silvana was knowledgeable and did a fantastic job guiding us through the city while explaining the local history and culture.
Ralph_C, Apr 2026
Allan is very knowledgeable and responsive to your interests. An excellent guide with good English language.
Kraemer_C, Apr 2026
Nice introduction to the historic city centre. Silvana offered excellent nonstop information about Liam and Peru including some great restaurant and food tips.
Debra_H, Apr 2026
our guide was excellent with a good (to be expected!!) knowledge of the city and history - not to mention great English language skills and a good sense of humour.
Hight recommended!
George_D, Apr 2026
Very thorough and guide was very friendly And the churros were delicious. Would go back for them. Worth the cost
Jiang_Z, Apr 2026
Highly recommend this tour. Today, I am the only person of this tour. Even though, they did not cancel this trip. The guide buy me a snack during the tour and it is also include the ticket to visit the skeleton Church. Honest tour company with good service.
Marianne_H, Apr 2026
This was a great experience and our guide was very knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the history
Jake_A, Apr 2026
This was a fantastic half day tour. We really learned a lot and saw many of the highlights in downtown Lima. Cesar, our guide, was excellent and provided a ton of information and was entertaining. Carlos, our driver, made us feel safe driving from Miraflores to central Lima, despite the heavy traffic. I would absolutely recommend this tour as a great start to a stay in Lima!
Daan_v, Apr 2026
We had a great afternoon in Lima’s historic city centre. Our guide, Amadeus, was super friendly and knowledgeable about the city. We would definitely recommend this trip when you’re staying in Lima only for a short stay!
Bryan_H, Apr 2026
A near perfect tour. Pickup was precisely on time, the tour guide, Stefano, was personable, knowledgeable and passionate. I highly recommend this tour.
Stephen_A, Apr 2026
Leonardo was a fantastic guide. Great English and immense knowledge of Lima and wider Peru. The driver (Molina?) did a great job driving is to and from the city centre. Lima traffic is crazy !!!
Noel_N, Apr 2026
Booking and pick up from hotel went to plan. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable, we never felt rushed.
Sabrina_S, Apr 2026
The Tour was amazing and Amadeo our Guide was so cheerfull and answered all of my questions! Thank you!
David_R, Apr 2026
The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and patient. Very friendly. Remember to ask for Maverick. He’s the best. I learnt so much about Lima. And was so interesting too. Never a bored moment
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you, David! We truly appreciate you highlighting Maverick's expertise. He takes great pride in sharing the stories of Lima with patience and friendliness, ensuring there is never a bored moment for our guests. We are so happy you had such an interesting experience!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
George_K, Apr 2026
Sylvan was very knowledgeable and passionate about her city, really enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your walking tour with Silvana. Her passion for our city is something we value deeply, and we are glad it shone through during your time together. We appreciate your high recommendation!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Tania_W, Apr 2026
Very interesting and informative tour of Lima city center. Our guide Maverick was excellent, engaging and has excellent command of the English language. We chose the option with hotel pick up and the vehicle was comfortable, with AC, in great condition. As an added bonus we got to try Peruvian churros with we’re delicious. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! It’s great to hear that Maverick provided an engaging and informative tour, and that his command of English made the experience seamless. We’re also glad you enjoyed the comfort of our vehicle and the delicious Peruvian churros!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Katherine_R, Apr 2026
Leonardo was very gracious to inform the group about Lima history, sparked the history buffs in the group! What a gorgeous day it was to see the sites. What a great way to start my vacation in Peru
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that Leonardo helped spark the 'history buff' in your group. It sounds like a beautiful way to start your vacation in Peru, and we’re glad he could make the sites come alive for you.
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Mie_J, Mar 2026
I had the best experience with Giovanna as guide. We were only 3 people on the tour meaning a lot of great conversations during the tour. We went on a perfect pace and soaked in all Giovanna’s knowledge about the city, the history and most of all she shared aloud about the Peruvian culture! Highlights must be the Peruvian churros and the catacombs! I highly recommend!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for this glowing review! We love it when small groups allow for those great, in-depth conversations. Giovanna will be thrilled to hear that you appreciated her knowledge of Peruvian culture and the history of our city. And of course, we agree—the churros and catacombs are absolute highlights!.
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Joy_W, Mar 2026
Only had a few hours to sightsee during a work trip. Really glad I chose this guided tour. Very knowledgeable guide, interesting sights, and a great way to see the city as a solo traveler!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We are happy to hear that even with limited time during your work trip, you were able to enjoy the best of Lima with us. It is great to know that you found the tour knowledgeable and safe as a solo traveler. We hope to see you again on your next visit!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Kristen_D, Mar 2026
Great tour showing some of the highlights of Lima and it's history. Guides are very friendly and informative.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We are delighted that you enjoyed the highlights of Lima and its history. Our guides strive to be as friendly and informative as possible to make every tour memorable. We appreciate your recommendation!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
John_V, Mar 2026
Our guide Johanna was excellent , telling us in 2 languages about the history of Lima and of the people who made it what it is today. This was done with great knowledge and in a fun way that made it very enjoyable.
We visited some of the great sights in the city and learnt a lot about them and were also treated to some chucurros by Johanna.
I cannot recommend this tour highly enough, it was a great experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! Giovanna will be thrilled to hear your kind words about her bilingual skills and knowledge. We are glad the churro tasting was a sweet highlight of your day! Your high recommendation means everything to us.
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Leonard_T, Mar 2026
Amadeo was a informative and humorous guide. Thanks! Learned a lot about the history and architecture and culture.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We are happy to hear that Amadeo’s humor and knowledge made your walking tour so enjoyable. It’s a pleasure to know you learned a lot about our history and architecture. We'll be sure to share your thanks with him!
Best regards,
Marketing Team
Manoj_K, Mar 2026
We had a wonderful experience. Our guide Amadeo was very knowledgeable, friendly, humorous and very patient and had excellent communication. Well worth it, highly recommended!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We are delighted that Amadeo’s humor, patience, and knowledge made your experience so wonderful. Excellent communication is a top priority for us, and we are glad you found the tour well worth it.
Best regards,
Marketing Team
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