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 1,693 reviews
KatieHigginbotham, Jun 2026
I was only in Lima for 36 hours so this was a great way to see parts of the city. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. I also booked my airport transfer with the same company and they worked together with my tour guide to make sure I got to the airport on time.
Lisa_S, Jun 2026
Aaron our guide was great. He was very knowledgeable and gave a great tour! We really liked seeing the catacombs.
Gidon_G, Jun 2026
We loved this tour. The lady was witty, knowledgeable, spoke excellent English. The historic Lima and the catacombs are more interesting and impressive than we expected.
YOLANDA_D, Jun 2026
It gives a good history of colonial times in Peru and the architecture is evidence of the grandeur of those days. The impact of the Catholic religion is very striking. My tour guide Joel Gustavo was very knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting.
Shanoa_M, Jun 2026
It was an easy walk, with lots of pauses for photo opportunities & the guides speak very good English! Our guides were knowledgeable & friendly
Sarah_L, Jun 2026
Great tour, Maverick was amazing. Super knowledgeable and a great intro to Lima on the first day of our trip. Thank you!!
April_G, Jun 2026
Informational and well organized - our guide, Maverick, was very knowledgeable and personable and we learned a lot about the history of the area while enjoying a nice walk and a visit to the catacombs. We were also with friends who enjoyed the tour as well. They took photos for us and we enjoyed the churro stop also. It was active but not demanding and we definitely recommend it to learn about the historical center of Lima.
Aline_D, Jun 2026
It was a nice overview of Lima the first day! The guidewas on time with pickup, nd also a great photographer. Really enjoyed it!
Megha_P, Jun 2026
Leonardo was an excellent guide. We started on time and he shared a lot of history of Lima and Peru. Walked us through all the different sites.i would highly recommend this company and if you get Leonardo as your guide then you will really enjoy the tour.
susan_j, Jun 2026
Pick up at my hotel was smooth. Our guide was an absolute wealth of information. So many things in Lima I didn’t anticipate seeing. Absolutely fabulous tour.
Carmel_S, Jun 2026
This is a wonderful tour to see the historic centre of Lima. Our guide Maverick was professional and informative and made the trip very enjoyable
Sara_P, Jun 2026
Leonardo was very informative about the history of Peru. We saw the main sites in the area and learned a lot.
Prashant_P, Jun 2026
Leonardo gave a wonderful background of Lima's history. He educated us on the significance of various sites in the Historic square area.
Ameeta_H, Jun 2026
We landed in Lima airport at 11 AM from Cusco, and were not leaving until after 11 PM for the US. This tour was a great way to see some additional aspects of Lima during that time. The tour picked us up from the airport showed us around the historic center of Lima for a couple of hours, and dropped us back to the airport. It was so convenient, and we got to see some great sites. I highly recommend the tour!
Taylor_F, Jun 2026
This was a great tour! Really good guide and driver. There is a bus for the long hauls so if you are nervous about how much walking it is really not too much walking
Anonymous, Jun 2026
My tour guides were excellent and knowledgeable and navigated an English and Spanish group skillfully. I leaned a lot from them on the tour having just arrived in day 1 I. South America
Tod_M, Jun 2026
We had an awesome tour with Ama. He was very proficient in English, and was very good a presenting the tour, with intelegence and humor, as needed.
Ann_M, Jun 2026
Great walking tour
Nice mix of walking and exploration. Guide was wonderful and group was just 4. Traffic was bad but we just got to sit back and relax
Charlie_c, Jun 2026
Leonardo was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable, funny, and keep things moving at an appropriate pace.
Soumik_C, Jun 2026
Aaron and his friend were excellent guides during our Lima historic sightseeing tour. They were knowledgeable, friendly, and shared fascinating insights about the city’s history and culture, making the experience both enjoyable and informative. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore Lima’s historic sites.
Paige_G, Jun 2026
Our guide was Aaron! He was fantastic and so knowledgeable. Great tour. Perfect amount of time. Gracias!
Mohammad_M, May 2026
This was a great introduction to Lima and Peruvian culture. The tour was informative and well organized, providing plenty of historical and cultural context that helped me better understand the city and the country.
Our guide was animated, engaging, and clearly passionate about the subject matter, which made the experience both enjoyable and memorable.
Ellen_S, May 2026
Leonardo gave us a wonderful and extremely informative tour of historic Lisbon. I highly recommend him and the tour.
Joan_W, May 2026
Amadoa was a great guide, friendly and knowledgeable. Our driver, Miquel, safely got us through the busy streets of Peru. We especially enjoyed the catacombs!
ruth_f, May 2026
Great tour by Leonardo
Full of energy, enthusiasm and knowledge
Was a great start to our trip… would definitely recommend
Megan_E, May 2026
We had a fantastic experience on the Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour. Aaron was an outstanding guide — knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the history of Lima. He brought the Historical Center to life with stories and details that made every stop interesting and memorable.
The pace of the tour was perfect: relaxed enough to enjoy the sights while still covering a lot of ground. One of the highlights was the stop for delicious Peruvian churros, which was such a fun and tasty surprise!
If you want to explore Lima’s Historical Center with a guide who makes history entertaining and accessible, I highly recommend this tour. Thanks again to Aaron and Haku Tours for a wonderful experience!
Carmen_C, May 2026
Great experience visiting the historic centre. Very informative, allowed enough time at each site. Would recommend!
Lee_M, May 2026
Leonardo accompanied by another member of the team Daria?, we’re awesome keeping it light, but always relevant. . it was a very busy day when we went in downtown and yet they navigated the crowds expertly. Highly recommended.
ShaoYen_C, May 2026
Highly recommend this tour! We had a fantastic experience exploring Lima with Aaron. He was on time for pickup, and his communication leading up to and during the tour was incredibly clear. Aaron is exceptionally knowledgeable, sharing fascinating details about the city while always prioritizing our comfort throughout the walk. The included snacks were also a lovely and tasty touch.
If you are looking for a seamless, informative, and great experience in Lima, definitely book this tour with Aaron!
Umesh_P, May 2026
Excellent tour, our guide was amazing and funny must do to explore Lima. We got free dessert churo which was great
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