About this experience
Explore Pachacamac and the Larco Museum – A Journey Through Peru’s Ancient History
Discover the magnificent archaeological sanctuary of Pachacamac, an ancient Inca and pre-Inca site that reveals over a thousand years of history. Admire its impressive temples and sacred structures, built with remarkable architectural precision and unique design.
Continue your experience at the world-renowned Larco Museum, ranked among the 25 best museums in the world. Marvel at its extraordinary collection of more than 45,000 artifacts — including exquisite gold and silver jewelry, intricate pottery, and beautifully preserved textiles — each piece telling the story of Peru’s ancient civilizations.
A perfect experience for history and culture enthusiasts seeking to connect with Peru’s fascinating past.
Book your tour today — an unforgettable journey awaits!
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Pre-Inca Lima: Huaca Pucllana, Larco, and the Ruins Hiding in Plain Sight
Lima sits on more archaeology than most visitors realize. A short guide to the museums and adobe pyramids worth your morning.
Larco Museum Lima Guide
Plan a visit to Lima’s Larco Museum with current ticket prices, opening hours, collection highlights, transportation advice, accessibility notes, and practical itinerary ideas.
Pachacamac Archaeological Site Guide
Plan a meaningful visit to Pachacamac, Lima’s major archaeological-and-museum destination in Lurín. Learn where it is, what to confirm before departure, how to structure the visit, and how to fit it into a Lima itinerary
What is included
- All entrance tickets for this tour
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Guided tour to The Larco Museum
- Guided tour to Pachacamac Archaeological Site & Museum
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima center.
Not included
- No meals or beverages included
Itinerary and highlights
This is one of the largest religious centers in ancient Inca times on the Peruvian coast. Remarkable religious compound, buildings from different kingdoms since 200 AD origin. Incas built here majestic pyramids dedicated to the Sun. Admire the architectural precision of the buildings while learning about the customs and traditions of the ancient civilizations in Peru.
LUNCH: at midday there will be a break of 1 hour 30 minutes so you can have lunch. We will recommend you some good local restaurants.
Considered one of the 25 best museums in the world, It is located at a magnificently adapted and restored 18th century mansion in Lima. Its awesome collection covers 5,000 years of the ancient Peruvian history, with 45,000 archaeological objects including jewelry (gold, silver, cooper and precious stones), pottery, metals, textiles, etc.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick-up and drop-off are included only in the following districts: Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro. If your accommodation is outside these areas, we will provide a convenient meeting point in Miraflores to start the tour. Please note: Pick-up and drop-off from Lima Airport and Callao are not included.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Lima Highlights Travel & Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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