About this experience
Discover Lima’s vibrant street food, market and old eateries scene on this immersive walking guided tour, where every bite tells a story of Peru’s rich culinary heritage. Wander through bustling streets and hidden local spots as you sample an array of authentic flavors, from sizzling anticuchos (grilled skewers) to freshly made creole churros and tamal.
Led by a passionate local foodie, you’ll explore Lima's largest market, meet friendly vendors, and learn the cultural significance of each dish. Along the way, you will also be able to spot iconic landmarks such as Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace and the San Francisco Basilica.
Come hungry, leave full, and take home a taste of Lima’s incredible food culture!
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
What is included
- Local guide
- Snacks
- Dinner
- Beverages
- All activities
- Food
Not included
- Pick-up and drop off (Private tours with transportation available on the Exquisito Perú website)
Itinerary and highlights
We will start this tour at the front door of Gran Hotel Bolivar, facing Plaza San Martin, with some sightseeing, before going to a local bar where we will have tamal accompanied by emoliente and a shot of pisco
We will walk through one of Lima's most emblematic commercial street
Lima's largest market! Discover Peru's biodiversity and taste some fruits.
See the Basilica San Francisco from the outside
One can't go to the Historic Center without taking some pictures of the Plaza de Armas and its surroundings. Simply beautiful.
Meeting and pickup information
- At the front door of the Gran Hotel Bolivar facing the famous Plaza San Martin in the historic Center of Lima.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Exquisito Perú
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is really important to advise any specific dietary restrictions at time of booking, otherwise we cannot assure we will be able to adapt the menu the day of the tour.
- If you are pescatarian, vegetarian, vegan, or have a severe nuts or gluten allergy, please do not book this tour
- We ask you to provide your passport number and date of entry to Peru before the tour for all the tour participants (through an online form). Sending this information allow us to exonerate you from the 18% local tax as it confirms you're a foreign, and not living in the country. If you want to be exonerated from the tax, it's really important to send us your passport number and date of entry at least 1 day before the tour. You don't need to bring your passport to the tour.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please note guides will not be providing their service in multiple languages simultaneously. Make sure you book the correct tour/language.
- Pick up and drop off is not included for Group tours. Private tours with transportation available on the Exquisito Perú website.
- We won't wait for latecomers more than 5 mins past the tour start time.
- We cannot accommodate the menu to pescatarians, vegetarians nor vegans.
- If you have a severe gluten or nuts allergy, please do not book this tour as some foods included in the tour can contain traces.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Guiding in English
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