About this experience
⚠️ Important: The price shown corresponds to the ESSENTIAL option. Full experiences, such as hotel pickup and entrance fees to the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs, are only available in Premium or Private options.
Lima is a magical and ancient city with an impressive cultural, gastronomic and religious heritage. On this tour you will discover the best of the city in just 4 hours visiting the three historical periods of our capital: pre-Hispanic, modern and colonial Lima.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
What is included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- San Francisco Convent Entrance Tickets (✔️Included in Premium option only)
- Pickup from your Hotel or Airbnb (✔️Included in Premium option only)
- Official tourism guide
Not included
- Tips
- Meals
Itinerary and highlights
Historic Lima
We start our tour by picking up each traveler from their Hotel or Airbnb. First, you will visit one of the 50 most romantic parks in the world, located in the Miraflores neighborhood, known as the Love Park, this park is a small and colorful refuge for couples in love, from here you have a magnificent view of the sea. It is inspired by Barcelona’s Parque Güell and has in the central part a sculpture called “El Beso” by Peruvian sculptor Victor Delfín.
Continuing with our tour, you will visit the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, a sacred site belonging to the Lima culture. Then we will visit the historic center of Lima and walk through its main squares, streets, churches and tatters of the ancient city of the Kings.
Afterwards, we will transfer to the Historic Center of Lima, where we will begin a guided walk through the imposing Plaza de Armas. We will admire from the outside the Lima Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Municipal Palace, while our guide will tell you the historical and secret background of the ancient “City of the Kings”.
Next, we will visit the Convent of San Francisco, one of the most important colonial architectural complexes in Lima. We will enter the religious museum and tour its famous Catacombs, an underground ossuary that houses thousands of human remains organized symbolically and ritually. At the end of this visit, you will have a short free time to explore local shops and, if you wish, enjoy a free tasting of Pisco Sour, emblematic drink of Peru. Tasting is optional and, if you wish, you can purchase local products. Before returning, we will make a short stop at Plaza San Martin, the second most important in Lima and symbol of Peruvian independence. Finally, we will take you back to your hotel or Airbnb.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tours en Lima
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- This option includes pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Miraflores, Barranco and San Isidro and admission to the Catacombs.
- Includes only guided with meeting point in Plaza San Martin. ❌Does not include pick-up or tickets to Catacombs.
- Private city tour exclusive to your group
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