About this experience
This half-day tour visits both the colonial and modern sections of Lima.
Colonial sites include the lovely Plaza Mayor, the Government Palace, San Francisco Church and the exquisite Torre Tagle Palace modern day seat of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Visit the Museum of the Banco Central de Reserva, where you will admire the “Treasures of Peru” Collection.
Visit the San Francisco Convent and its underground vaults, known as "catacumbas" or catacombs.
In modern Lima, drive along the exclusive residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro.
Enjoy a panoramic view of “Pucllana Pyramid” a magnificent ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century A.D.
This tour runs daily bilingual guide Spanish and English at the same time, twice a day morning or afternoon.
Please notice the Museum of Banco Central de Reserva is closed on Monday all day and afternoon on Saturday and Sunday.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
What is included
- Driver/guide
- Pickup and drop-off from/to hotels located in Miraflores or San Isidro districts
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Pick up from different hotels (please check hotel restrictions) to start half day city tour to the City of Kings.
Start your 4 hours tour with a brief stop at Huaca Pucllana in Miraflores for panoramic views (you will remain in the car).
Continue directly to downtown Lima passing by residential areas of Miraflores and San Isidro.
Have a panoramic view of San Martin square.
Visit Museum of Banco Central de Reserva del Peru
(this museum is closed on Mondays).
Walk to Lima’s Main Square to admire the Cathedral, Government Palace and City Hall.
Continue walking to San Francisco church and visit its catacombs.
Return to hotels selected
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Lima center
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Fiesta Tours / Latin American Journeys
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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