About this experience
Enjoy a private walking tour of the city of Lima and see its main landmarks and attractions. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will discover the best places in the city and learn its historical and cultural background.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr–6 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr–6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Walking the Historic Center: A Two-Hour Route Through Old Lima
Plaza Mayor, San Francisco's catacombs, and the wooden balconies of Casa Aliaga — a tight loop that respects the heat and the lunch hour.
Lima Walking Tours Guide
Plan a focused Lima walking tour in the Centro Histórico, with practical transit advice, a self-guided option, an accessible museum stop, and realistic safety considerations.
What is included
- Private guide
- Public transportation fees
Not included
- Entrance fees not specified
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
The visit begins with the pick-up at your hotel in Lima. Meet with your guide and you will head to Miraflores, where your tour begins on foot. Here you can see the most important places in the neighborhood and visit a local market to enjoy the opportunity to see local ingredients and suppliers. Stroll through this market and you can try some of the products that are sold.
Next, you will take public transportation with your guide to go to the historic center of Lima. Once there, walk and visit the main points of interest. First you will see the Exhibition Park, continue to the Palace of Justice and then go to the Plaza San Martín. Next, you will visit the famous Plaza de Armas, also known as the Plaza Mayor and walk through the highlights of its surroundings. While walking, you will learn about its history and importance.
Continue to the Monastery of San Francisco and the church of the same name. Visit the catacombs discovered in 1943, which were a burial site at the beginning of the 19th century. Then, you will go to a restaurant in the area for lunch (not included) and the district of Barranco to see its famous houses and the bohemian atmosphere. Finally, they will take you back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- We make pick up from any Hotel Located in the City of Lima, apartment or Air bnb
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- America Viajes
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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