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City Tour in Lima

About this experience

Lima is the capital of Peru located on the coast of Peru. Although its colonial center is preserved, it is an overflowing metropolis and one of the largest cities in South America.

It houses a collection of pre-Columbian art and the Museum of the Nation traces the history of ancient civilizations in Peru. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th century cathedral are the core of the old center of Lima.

VISITS: Lima in its three periods (Prehispanic, colonial and modern).

AVAILABILITY: Every day

EXIT SCHEDULES: First turn 9:50 and Second turn 14:50

TOUR DURATION: 4 hrs. (approximately)

FREQUENCY: All year

NUMBER OF PEOPLE: Minimum 1 paxs

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr–5 hr

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City Tour in Lima
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr–5 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr–5 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • transport
  • pick up from hotel

Not included

  • Entradas

Itinerary and highlights

At a pre-established time the pick-up will take place, we will make a panoramic view of the Huaca Puccllana, a large archaeological complex built more than 1500 years ago.

Then we will have a view of the Historical Center of Lima, Government Palace, the Municipality of Lima, the Cathedral and the Archbishop's Palace.

We will visit Plaza San Martin, the historic Plaza Mayor where we will witness the architecture of that colonial era, we will appreciate beautiful balconies and colonial style mansions.

We will also appreciate the Convent of San Francisco, the cloisters and its impressive library and we will culminate with a tour visiting the underground galleries or catacombs, the main cemetery of the colonial era that still shows a Gregorian atmosphere.

Get to know the most traditional residential areas of Lima, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores and Larcomar

Meeting and pickup information

  • Pickups are made as long as they are within Miraflores-San Isidro and Lima historic center

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Chullos Travel Peru

Accessibility and practical details

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr–5 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Pickups are made as long as they are within Miraflores-San Isidro and Lima historic center
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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