Larco Museum + Archaeological Site Huaca Pucllana Ancient Peru

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About this activity

Embark on a fascinating journey to the heart of ancient Peru and discover the extraordinary achievements of its ancient civilizations: imposing pyramids, advanced hydraulic systems, ingenious agriculture and a deep relationship with fishing. Admire an exclusive private collection with over 45,000 original pieces that reveal the creativity and knowledge of these cultures.

The experience begins by exploring one of the most iconic shrines on the Central Coast, the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, where a guided tour will take you to relive the pre-Inca legacy and rituals of this majestic ancient temple. The tour culminates in the Museo Larco, an elegant viceregal house where more than 5,000 years of history come to life through an extraordinary collection of ceramics, textiles and metals, considered one of the most important in the world.

An unmissable cultural experience that connects past and present in the heart of Lima.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Insider Peru Tours

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–95 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Entrance ticket : Museo de Sitio Huaca Pucllana
Included: Professional tour guide
Included: Pick up and drop off at your hotel or Airbnb.
Included: Admission ticket : Museo Larco

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Tips
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

On the panoramic tour from Miraflores to Huaca Pucllana, you will live a fascinating visual experience where modern Lima merges with its ancient heritage. Elegant avenues, traditional neighborhoods and the imposing pre-Hispanic pyramid emerging between the city create a unique setting, ideal for photos and to begin an unforgettable trip to ancient Peru.
Stop 2

1 h 30 min Admission included

The Museo de Sitio Huaca Pucllana is an archaeological museum located in Miraflores, Lima, created to preserve and display the finds found in the excavation of Huaca Pucllana, an ancient ceremonial center of Lima culture (450–650 AD). It offers an exhibition hall with ceramics and archaeological objects, along with a tour of the archaeological area where you can get up close and personal with the history and customs of the ancient inhabitants of Lima.
Museo Larco

1 h 30 min Admission included

The Larco Museum is one of Lima’s most important museums, where you can discover more than 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian history through an impressive collection of pre-Columbian art. Housed in an elegant Viceroyal house surrounded by gardens, it offers a unique cultural experience with ceramics, textiles, gold pieces and the famous Erotic Gallery, in a clear, attractive and memorable tour for every visitor.