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

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Lima City Sightseeing Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: VIPAC Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

El Parque del Amor

20 min

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.
Museo Catedral De Lima

30 min Admission included

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.
Basilica y Monasterio de Santo Domingo

30 min Admission included

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.

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
Garden Hotel
Lima Wasi Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Lima Miraflores
Suite Service Apart Hotel
INNSiDE by Melia Lima Miraflores
MIRAFLORES PARK A BELMOND HOTEL LIMA
Courtyard by Marriott Lima Miraflores
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Lima Miraflores Art House

and 158 more pickup points

This activity includes roundtrip transfer from the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro & Barranco.

Using your ticket

Your booking is already confirmed with no need of reconfirmation. Our shared tour includes one professional english speaking guide.

We suggest to book our tour with your private english speaking guide.

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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

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..