About this experience
We will pick you up from your hotel this morning to transfer you to the wholesale fruit market, that houses the most priced treasures of the coast, highlands, and jungle. You can enjoy delicious and refreshing fruit juices before you are transferred to Limas Historic Downtown, a World Heritage Site listed by UNESCO. You will visit the Main Square, the Presidential Palace, and other monumental buildings in the surroundings that are still being used. You will visit the Lima Cathedral, Peru's main church built between 1542 and 1622. You will visit the Cordano tavern, where you will taste the famous pan con jamón del país (Peruvian ham sandwich), and you will then go the Aliaga House, an ancient viceregal construction delivered by Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains (Jerónimo de Aliaga) when he founded the city. The construction of this house started in 1535. You will be transferred to a local restaurant to enjoy a variety of Peruvian dishes (by your own). Finally return to your hotel
At a glance
- Duration: 6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You should wear comfortable clothing.
Local guides to help you plan
Mercado Surquillo: How to Eat Your Way Through Lima's Best Market
Purple corn, fresh ají, anticucho carts, and the breakfast counters locals quietly love. A morning at Surquillo, decoded.
What is included
- Appetizer in Cordano Tavern
- Admission to Cathedral and Casa Aliaga.
- Pickup and drop-off.
- Professional bilingual tour guide.
Not included
- Personal expenses.
- Gratuities
- Lunch.
Itinerary and highlights
Surquillo Market showcases a wide variety of produce & goods. Enjoy a variety of vegetables, fruits and fresh aromatic herbs.
Considered the cultural heritage of humanity. It is located on the east side of the main square of Lima. Its facade is Renaissance style.
Bar Cordano is a famous and traditional bar located next to the Government Palace, where delicious dishes are served and have a variety of drinks. It is one of the few surviving businesses of the time. Here you can taste a little of our gastronomy.
A colonial mansion gifted in 1535 by chief conquistador Francisco Pizarro to Jerónimo de Aliaga.
Meeting and pickup information
- - Private pick-up from hotels located at Miraflores, San Isidro, Historic Centre of Lima. - This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If you stay in them, please contact us days prior the start of the tour to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- LimaTours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is important to inform us the name of the hotel where you are staying to coordinate your pick up.
- Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- You should wear comfortable clothing.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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