About this experience
Did you know that Lima is one of the most important cities in Latin America?
Come and discover with us the heart of the millennial city. Along with its important architectural monuments such as: Cathedral of Lima, Convent of San Francisco, Colonial Balconies, Government and Municipal Palace.
At a glance
- Duration: 5 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 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
Local guides to help you plan
San Francisco Monastery and Catacombs Lima Guide
Plan a visit to Lima’s San Francisco complex, where colonial religious architecture, cloisters, a historic library, artworks, and catacombs come together in the Historic Center.
What is included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided Bilingual
- Constant advice
- Professional Guide
- Access to the Catacombs
Not included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Extra costs
Itinerary and highlights
The official tour guide will be waiting for pick-up from your Hotel – located in the Miraflores area, you will enjoy a tour of Lima in its three stages: Pre-Hispanic, Colonial and Modern Lima. The tour will start from the Miraflores district, visiting the ‘’Park of Love’’ along the way you will appreciate from the bus the impressive ‘Huaca Pucllana’, ancient Ceremonial and archaeological Center built in the 4th century AD and considered Sacred Town of the Incas.
Then the tour guide will take you to the Historic Center of Lima. Where you will appreciate what was the old Colonial Lima, as well as different monuments and colonial buildings within which highlights the promenade of the Republic (Roosevelt House) which welcomes all tourists to the Historic Center, the Plaza San Martin, the Plaza Mayor, among others, then you can descend around the Plaza Mayor where you can appreciate its majestic buildings more representative as Government Palace.
Finally, he will visit the Convent of San Francisco, which is the largest exhibition of colonial religious art in the Americas. Where its main attraction is the visit to its underground crypts known as Las Catacombas.
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Meeting and pickup information
- The tour includes direct pick-up from your hotel, provided you are located in the Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco districts. For your convenience, we operate a 30-minute window before the scheduled boarding time, ensuring punctuality and organization at each departure. During the tour, our team will ensure that every detail is taken care of from the start, so that you only enjoy the experience.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- PERU ROUTES AGENCIA DE VIAJES
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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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