• Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) - Established by Francisco Pizarro in 1535, Lima’s founding square has been the heart of city life, with its current ensemble of the cathedral, Government Palace, and Archbishop’s Palace showcasing the colonial splendor that made Lima the Spanish Empire’s most significant city in the Americas. The daily changing of the guard at the Government Palace, the bronze fountain from 1651, and the wooden balconies that have characterized Lima’s architecture since colonial times offer a living link to viceregal history. The surrounding pedestrian streets, with their preserved colonial buildings and ornate wooden balconies, enhance the historic ambiance.
• Lima Cathedral - Dominating the Plaza Mayor, the cathedral has been rebuilt several times after earthquakes but still houses the tomb of Francisco Pizarro, elaborate colonial-era altars, and religious art reflecting three centuries of Spanish Catholic influence. The museum of religious art and the intricately carved choir stalls made from Panamanian cedar highlight the wealth that flowed through Lima when it was the sole authorized port for South American trade. The cathedral’s role in Peruvian national life—state funerals, inaugurations—continues the traditions established when Lima was known as the City of Kings.
• Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima - This atmospheric colonial monument in Lima features a stunning baroque church, cloisters adorned with Sevillian tiles, and underground catacombs where an estimated 25,000 bodies were interred before the city cemetery opened in 1808. The bone chambers, with skulls and femurs arranged in geometric patterns, offer one of South America’s most haunting experiences, while the monastery library preserves 25,000 ancient texts and the oldest choir books in the Americas. Guided catacomb tours and the opportunity to explore the church and cloisters independently provide complementary experiences.
• Huaca Pucllana - This pre-Inca adobe pyramid in the Miraflores district illustrates that Lima’s history extends far beyond Spanish colonization, with its mud-brick construction dating back to the Lima culture that thrived from 200-700 AD. The illuminated evening tours that highlight the pyramid’s terraces against the surrounding apartment blocks create a surreal juxtaposition between ancient and modern Lima. The on-site restaurant’s terrace views of the illuminated ruins offer one of Lima’s most memorable dining settings, while the museum contextualizes the Lima and Wari cultures that built and later used the complex.
• Miraflores - Lima’s most affluent district combines oceanfront parks, upscale shopping, and a concentration of restaurants that have made it the center of Peru’s culinary revolution. The Malecón promenade atop the cliffs offers walking and cycling paths with Pacific views, paragliding launches, and the Parque del Amor’s Gaudí-inspired mosaics and embracing lovers sculpture. The Larcomar shopping center carved into the cliffs, Kennedy Park’s cat colony, and the surrounding streets’ boutiques and cafes create a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere distinct from the Centro Histórico’s colonial charm.
• Barranco - Lima’s bohemian quarter has attracted artists and writers since the 19th century when wealthy Limeños built seaside mansions that now house galleries, museums, and the bars and clubs that make Barranco the center of Lima nightlife. The Bridge of Sighs, a romantic wooden walkway descending toward the beach, and the surrounding streets’ murals, street art, and converted mansions create an atmosphere that rewards aimless wandering. The MATE museum in photographer Mario Testino’s renovated mansion, the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, and the neighborhood’s craft beer bars reveal the creative energy that defines contemporary Barranco.
• Market No. 2 Surquillo - Lima’s most authentic market serves the chefs and home cooks of Miraflores and Surquillo with Peruvian ingredients—countless potato varieties, tropical fruits, Amazonian fish, and fresh ceviche stands—that fuel the culinary revolution. The market’s intensity, with vendors calling out prices and shoppers negotiating in rapid Spanish, provides immersion into daily Limeño life unseen in tourist areas. The surrounding streets’ local restaurants and the opportunity to assemble picnic supplies from the extraordinary produce make Surquillo essential for food-focused visitors.
• Circuito Magico Del Agua - This park in the Parque de la Reserva holds the Guinness record for the world’s largest fountain complex, with its 13 cybernetic fountains creating an evening spectacle of water, light, and music that attracts Limeño families for weekend entertainment. The Tunnel of Surprises—walking through an arched corridor of water jets—and the fantasy fountain’s 80-meter projection screen offer interactive experiences, while the orchestrated laser and water shows occur every 15 minutes. The park’s popularity with locals and its location away from tourist districts provide insight into Limeño leisure culture.
• Pachacamac - This ancient pilgrimage center 40 kilometers south of Lima was the most important oracle in the pre-Columbian Andes, drawing devotees from throughout the Inca Empire and preceding civilizations for over 1,500 years. The site’s pyramids, temples, and ceremonial plazas spread across the coastal desert with Pacific views, while the on-site museum displays artifacts and reconstructed palace sections that contextualize the ruins. The combination of archaeological significance, desert landscapes, and proximity to Lima makes Pachacamac an essential day trip for understanding Peru’s pre-Columbian heritage.

• Digital Map
• Self-guided walking tour (app)
• Access to the audio guide for 45+ Lima attractions and hidden spots

• Private transportation
• Entry fees to tourist attractions or museums.
• Our app-based self-guided tour has no physical guide on-site.

Explore Lima’s remarkable culinary scene and rich history with our self-guided audio tour, offering the freedom to discover South America’s gastronomic capital at your leisure. Wander through the colonial Centro Historico, where the Plaza Mayor’s cathedral and Government Palace showcase the splendor of Spain’s most significant American viceroyalty. Venture into the catacombs of San Francisco Monastery, admire pre-Columbian artifacts at the Larco Museum, and explore the artistic streets of Barranco, where creatives gather in repurposed mansions. Enjoy a walk along the Miraflores clifftop Malecon, with stunning Pacific views and paragliders soaring at sunset. Delight in the culinary revolution that has positioned Lima as a global dining hotspot, from ceviche at local cevicherias to fusion dishes that celebrate Peru’s Indigenous, Spanish, African, Chinese, and Japanese influences. Discover ancient civilizations at Huaca Pucllana and Pachacamac while indulging in the tastes of one of the world’s most vibrant capitals.

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