Ancient Lima: The Huaca Pucllana & Larco Museum

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Ancient Lima: The Huaca Pucllana & Larco Museum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Latter we will stop by this incredible pyramid, right in the middle of the city! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

What makes this tour unique is the private format, giving you the freedom to explore two of Lima’s most iconic cultural sites without rushing or following a group. Walk the ancient ceremonial pyramid of Huaca Pucllana, dive into the Larco Museum’s extraordinary pre‑Columbian collection, and finish with a peaceful lunch in the museum’s gardens — all with a dedicated guide focused solely on your interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Integrity Tourism

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Professional guide
Included: Museum Entrance Fees

Not included

Not included: Lunch consumption at the Larco Museum Cafe
Not included: Gratituities

Itinerary

Huaca Pucllana

one hour Admission included

Begin your journey at Huaca Pucllana, a striking pre-Inca pyramid located in the heart of Miraflores. Built around 400 AD by the Lima Culture, this adobe and clay structure offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient ceremonial and administrative life. As you walk through the site, admire the towering terraces, learn about the rituals once performed here, and discover how this archaeological site coexists with modern Lima.
Museo Larco

one hour Admission included

Continue to the world-renowned Larco Museum, housed in an elegant 18th-century vice-royal mansion. The museum boasts one of the most comprehensive collections of pre-Columbian art in Peru, featuring exquisite ceramics, textiles, and gold and silver artifacts. Highlights include the famous Erotic Gallery and the museum’s lush gardens, which provide a serene backdrop to conclude your experience with a delightful lunch at Café Larco.
Stop 3

one hour

Enjoy a carefully curated menu that blends traditional Peruvian flavors with contemporary culinary techniques at the museum’s charming restaurant. Surrounded by tranquil gardens, this is the perfect setting to relax and reflect on the rich history you’ve just explored.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Alameda by Wynwood House
Plaza by Wynwood House
nhow Lima
Hotel B
Hotel Limade
Ayenda La Luna Inn
Grand Hotel Betsy
Blu Hotel Boutique
Sachakuna Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Lima Miraflores El Pardo
Hotel San Blas
qp Hotels Lima

and 284 more pickup points

Other locations include residential or Air BnB addresses located within the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco.

We offer this tour in the form of a layover or shore excursion, please choose the appropriate option when selecting your tour grade. Please list flight and or cruise information.

If you are staying at the Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol or Holiday Inn Airport Hotels, then you should choose the Tour from Airport option.

Using your ticket

Identification will be required at the commencement of tour along with a copy of your voucher, printed or electronic.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The Catacombs portion of the tour is neither wheelchair nor stroller accessible, but clients can sit this portion our if traveling with a group.