Lima

Lima's Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City's Landmarks Half-day

4.4(588 reviews)
3h 30minFree cancellation

Description

Explore Lima’s Historic Center on this immersive tour, delving into its UNESCO World Heritage architecture. Begin at the Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo, steeped in history as the former home of San Marcos University. Admire its ancient chairs and library housing 25,000 Dominican books. Visit Lima Cathedral, rich in religious art and housing Francisco Pizarro's remains. Journey through modern districts like San Isidro and Miraflores, discovering pre-Inca pyramids and vibrant parks, including the iconic Parque del Amor with its infinite kiss sculpture, offering breathtaking views of Lima's bay.

Highlights

  • Small Group
  • Historical Tours
  • Excellent Quality
  • City Tours
  • Bus Tours
  • Short term availability
  • Weather Dependent - Low
  • Private and Luxury
  • Half-day Tours
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Portoghese, Inglese, Italiano, Francese, Spagnolo

Transfer included

Raccolta in hotel / indirizzo

What's included

Included

  • Expert licensed english speaking guide guarantee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Admission ticket to Cathedral of Lima and Santo Domingo Convent.
  • Hotel pickup and drop off from hotels, apartments or homes in Miraflores, San Isidro & Barranco.

Not included

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. 1

    We will have a tour through Lima’s streets and plazas. Starting at “Parque del Amor” in Miraflores, with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean, and then we are heading to the Huaca Pucllana, ceremonial center of the Lima culture, for a panoramic view.

    Admission included
  2. 2

    After this, we go on to the Main Square where the Government Palace and the Town Hall are located. We will visit the Cathedral and explore the Santo Domingo Convent, along which corridors San Martin de Porres and San Rosa de Lima used to walk around in 17th century, and where their remains rest today.

    Admission included
  3. 3

    After this, we go on to the Main Square where the Government Palace and the Town Hall are located. We will visit the Cathedral and explore the Santo Domingo Convent, along which corridors San Martin de Porres and San Rosa de Lima used to walk around in 17th century, and where their remains rest today.

    Admission included

Useful information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Note:The days when the Cathedral of Lima is closed will be offered a visit Barranco district
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Note: Sunday morning and the whole Monday, the cathedral is closed for visitors. The tour includes San Francisco Church behind the Cathedral..
  • This activity includes roundtrip transfer from the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro & Barranco.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-2 anni
  • Bambino3-11 anni
    29
  • Adulto12-99 anni
    49

Review distribution

  • 5
    209
  • 5
    170
  • 4
    103
  • 4
    18
  • 3
    44
  • 3
    8
  • 2
    19
  • 2
    2
  • 1
    15
  • 1
    5

Available options

  • Private Tour

    Pickup included

  • Shared Tour

    Expert Guide: with english-spanish speaking guide. Pickup included

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