{"id":577,"date":"2026-03-09T22:30:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T03:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.exploratoursperu.com\/tour\/city-tour-lima\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T16:46:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T21:46:15","slug":"city-tour-lima","status":"publish","type":"tour","link":"https:\/\/cms.exploratoursperu.com\/en\/tour\/city-tour-lima\/","title":{"rendered":"Lima City Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lima City Tour: Discover the City of Kings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lima, the gastronomic and cultural capital of South America, holds within its streets a fascinating blend of viceregal history and vibrant modernity. Our Lima City Tour invites you on a journey through time, exploring the most emblematic corners of a metropolis that was once the most important political and commercial center of the continent. Every plaza and every colonial balcony holds secrets of a golden age that still resonates in the heart of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accompanied by expert guides, you will explore the imposing historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will admire majestic buildings and streets steeped in traditional charm. The tour will also allow you to contrast this ancient richness with the exclusivity and beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean offered by the modern districts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s the perfect introduction to falling in love with the Peruvian capital and understanding its profound cultural diversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"responsive-tabs\">\n<h2 class=\"tabtitle\">ITINERARY<\/h2>\n<div class=\"tabcontent\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following itinerary details the half-day tour (morning shift model). Times are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic flow in the capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>9:00 &#8211; 9:30<\/strong> &#8211; Pick-up from your hotel in the tourist districts of Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco, to begin the journey in comfortable transportation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>9:45<\/strong> &#8211; Panoramic tour of the San Isidro district. We will appreciate the traditional El Olivar forest and have an exterior view of Huaca Pucllana, an impressive pre-Inca pyramidal ceremonial center that contrasts with the modern city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10:30 <\/strong>&#8211; Arrival in the historic center of Lima. We begin a walking tour, visiting the majestic Plaza San Mart\u00edn, surrounded by imposing buildings of Republican architecture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>11:00 <\/strong>&#8211; Walk along the traditional Jir\u00f3n de la Uni\u00f3n to reach the Plaza Mayor. Here we will admire the architecture of the Government Palace, the City Hall, the Archbishop&#8217;s Palace, and the facade of the Cathedral Basilica.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>11:45 AM<\/strong> &#8211; Entrance to the monumental complex of the Convent of San Francisco. We will take a guided tour of its historic cloisters, the impressive choir library, and descend into the famous underground galleries, known as the Catacombs of Lima.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12:45 PM<\/strong> &#8211; Boarding the tourist transport to head back to the Miraflores district. We will stop at the iconic Love Park to enjoy a spectacular view of the cliffs and the Pacific Ocean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1:30 PM<\/strong> &#8211; End of the tour. Transfer back to your hotel or a nearby central location in Miraflores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div><h2 class=\"tabtitle\">INCLUDES<\/h2>\n<div class=\"tabcontent\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Includes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pick-up and drop-off at hotels located in tourist areas (Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned tourist transportation throughout the urban route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official entrance ticket to the San Francisco Convent and tour of its catacombs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional bilingual tour guide (Spanish and English).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Panoramic tour of the modern districts and walking tour of the historic center.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ongoing assistance from our operations team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not Include<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meals, lunches, or snacks during the tour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Entrance to the interior of the Lima Cathedral Basilica or Huaca Pucllana (visits to these sites are panoramic and exterior only).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal expenses, purchase of handicrafts or souvenirs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Voluntary tips for the guide and driver.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel insurance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div><h2 class=\"tabtitle\">Recommendations<\/h2>\n<div class=\"tabcontent\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommendations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wear comfortable, lightweight clothing during the summer (December to March), or bring a windbreaker and sweater during the winter months (June to October) due to Lima&#8217;s characteristic humidity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear closed, comfortable shoes, as the portion of the tour through the historic center is entirely pedestrianized and covers several cobblestone blocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protect yourself from sun exposure by applying sunscreen before starting the tour and wearing sunglasses, especially if you visit during the morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring a personal water bottle to stay hydrated and a camera with enough storage to capture the beautiful colonial architecture and the ocean view.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have cash in Peruvian Soles available to purchase water, traditional snacks, or souvenirs during your free time in the plazas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/div><h2 class=\"tabtitle\">Additional<\/h2>\n<div class=\"tabcontent\">\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy. The tour is scenic and cultural, with leisurely walks on completely flat terrain. No prior physical preparation is required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Climate: <\/strong>Temperate and very humid. Lima is characterized by mostly cloudy skies in winter with light morning drizzles, and quite warm and sunny days during the summer season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Altitude: <\/strong>This entire tour takes place practically at sea level. It&#8217;s the perfect excursion to take as soon as you arrive in the country without worrying about the altitude.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recommended Age:<\/strong> Suitable for travelers of all ages. 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