About this experience
Step back in time to Lima’s Spanish colonial era during this 4-hour private group tour of the Peruvian capital’s main churches and balconies. Experience the best panoramic views of Lima landmarks like Palacio Torre Tagle and Casona Garcilaso before head to historic sites like the Church of San Pedro and Lima’s Catacombs. Cap off the trip with an included food tasting at Lima’s famous Cordano Bar.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 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
Lima Historic Churches Guide
Plan a rewarding church route through Lima’s Historic Center, with practical guidance for the Cathedral, San Francisco, Santo Domingo, Holy Week crowds, timing, and access.
What is included
- Beverages (1 soda or glass of chicha)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Food tasting (1 butifarra)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary and highlights
The Historic Center of Lima is very highlighted by its colonial houses and balconies of mudejar style, therefore we began this journey appreciating the most prominent. Then we will go to the Church of San Pedro, temple of the Jesuits and the Convent of San Francisco, gem of colonial architecture dating from 1546; we revisit its main cloister decorated with Sevillian tiles of the XVII century, the Sacristy with canvases of Rivera and Zurbarán and the Catacombs (underground crypts of the colonial time).
The Historic Center of Lima is very highlighted by its colonial houses and balconies of mudejar style, therefore we began this journey appreciating the most prominent. Then we will go to the Church of San Pedro, temple of the Jesuits and the Convent of San Francisco, gem of colonial architecture dating from 1546; we revisit its main cloister decorated with Sevillian tiles of the XVII century, the Sacristy with canvases of Rivera and Zurbarán and the Catacombs (underground crypts of the colonial time).
This tour does not complete without a visit to the bar Cordano, one of the oldest and most traditional of the historic center of Lima, has hosted many personalities of our country as presidents, poets, writers and artists, here we will try its famous sandwich the house more traditional drink.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- VIPAC Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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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