Lima City in 1 day - Lima's main highlights (Small Group)

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About this activity

Discover Lima in Just One Day!

Experience the best of Peru’s capital through a captivating journey that combines history, art, and culture — all in a single day:

Miraflores: Visit the ancient Huaca Pucllana pre-Inca temple and enjoy the romantic atmosphere of The Love Park.

Barranco: Explore vibrant murals, charming colonial mansions, and the iconic Bridge of Sighs, the heart of Lima’s bohemian spirit.

San Isidro: Stroll through The Olive Park, a peaceful green haven surrounded by centuries-old olive trees.

Historic Downtown Lima: Discover the grandeur of Plaza de Armas, the elegant Plaza San Martín, and uncover the mysteries of The Catacombs Museum.

Immerse yourself in Lima’s rich heritage and unique beauty — book your tour now and make your day in Lima unforgettable!

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 14 people
People per booking: 1–14
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Lima Highlights Travel & Tours

Ages: Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance ticket to The San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs
Included: Knowledgeable Tour Guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Pick up and Drop off from Lima: Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or Lima center.

Not included

Not included: No meals included: we can take you to a local restaurant
Not included: Visit to the interior of Huaca Pucllana is not included, we will see it from the exterior.

Itinerary

El Parque del Amor

20 min

After picking you up, we visit this beautiful park inaugurated in 1993 and it celebrates “love”. At its center, an iconic sculpture “The Kiss” made by the Peruvian artist Victor Delfin, depicts lovers embracing in an endless kiss.
Huaca Pucllana

15 min

Then, we see this ancient archaeological site, adobe pyramidal construction built between 200 and 700 AD, representing a ceremonial and administrative area for Lima Culture.
San Isidro

15 min

The Olive Park

After, we go to see the preserved olive trees, that date several hundred years. There are also exhibits of old machinery used in the production of olive oil in ancient times, plenty of greenery and an ornamental pond stocked with fish and turtles.
Barranco

one hour

Then, we go to The Artsy neighborhood of Lima. Be amazing by its beautiful murals that make Barranco such a colorful and trendy place. Also, make a wish at “The Bridge of Sighs”.

LUNCH: at midday there will be a break of 1 hour 30 minutes so you can have lunch. We will recommend you some good local restaurants.
Plaza San Martin

30 min

In the second part of the tour, we visit this Plaza made in 19 hundred to commemorate 100 years of Peruvian independence. The surrounding buildings are great, displaying Neoclassic style.
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

30 min

Then, we will go to the Main square, the most representative one in Peru where you will see impressive buildings such as “The Presidential Palace”, “The City Hall of Lima”, “The Cathedral” and The Archbishop’s Palace”, etc.
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas

one hour Admission included

Finally, we will take you to the most interesting museum in downtown Lima. Your expert guide will explain you here about the rich history of Peru’s capital. Explore the underground Catacombs!

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Tierra Viva Miraflores Larco Hotel
Hotel Esperanza
Ibis Lima Larco Miraflores
Hotel Miraflores
Suite Service Apart Hotel
INNSiDE by Melia Lima Miraflores
Courtyard by Marriott Lima Miraflores
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima Miraflores Art House
San Agustin Exclusive
Hotel El Tambo 2
Hotel Montreal Miraflores
Naia Miraflores

and 97 more pickup points

Pick-up and drop-off are included only in the following districts: Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro. If your accommodation is outside these areas, we will provide a convenient meeting point in Miraflores to start the tour.

Please note: Pick-up and drop-off from Lima Airport and Callao are not included.