Tours & Activities in Lima
On this tour we visit the most attractive and historical spots in the historic center of Lima. Discover the city of kings with a very passionate local guide who can provide you with a lot of information on your visit to the city of Ceviche and Pisco Sour.
- Points we will visit on the tour:
- Gran Hotel Bolívar (we will enter)
- San Martin Square
- Union Street (connects to the Plaza de Armas)
- O'Higgins House (optional)
- Church of La Merced
- We will visit the Plaza de Armas
- Post and telegraph office
- We will observe the changing of the guard (optional)
- House of Peruvian Literature
- Church of Santo Domingo (We will observe the skull of Saint Rose of Lima, the skull of Saint Martin de Porres and the crypt of Saint Juan Macias).
- We will visit the Chabuca Granda avenue where we will head towards the Trujillo bridge (stone bridge), which connects with the Rímac neighborhood.
- Church of Saint Francis of Assisi
Finally, we will have free tastings , where you can try different varieties of Peruvian Pisco and its multiple presentations; Pisco Sour classes are optional, which is why visitors will be asked if they want to taste or not.
You also have the option of telling the guide that you do not wish to taste pisco.
During the tour, we will explain how a Peruvian lives, which is why the tour guide will explain about typical dishes such as: Grilled chicken and how it is prepared, about Spanish churros, and will visit stalls (optional) where tourists can eat good, pretty and cheap food so that they can observe more, NOT! so that they buy.
Please note that the list of places on our itinerary is free access, so there is no need to worry about it. If the visitor wishes to visit museums such as the Cathedral and Catacombs on their own, they can do so at the end of the Walking Tour with us . Here I will give you the prices of these museums in case you wish to visit them on your own:
- Lima Cathedral: 30 soles / 8 dollars
- Catacombs: 20 soles / 5 dollars
*** SUGGESTIONS ***
- If you are staying in Miraflores, we recommend leaving early as traffic in the city of Lima is very crowded.
- Remember to bring water for the walk through the historic center.
- Bring water, a camera and a desire to live this experience in the city of LIMA!
*** IMPORTANT ***
- The suggested payment at the end of the tour is between $10-15 per person depending on your satisfaction.
- We do not accept group tips; each tip is per person.
- Find the RED LIMA AMERICA TOURS pole
- Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour begins. If you do not attend the tour, please cancel in advance to avoid any misunderstandings.
This pleasant visit to the city begins in one of the oldest temples in Lima, we will visit La Merced church, which stands out for its 17th century baroque style façade.
Afterwards, we will walk along the traditional Jr. de la Unión.
We will visit the Plaza de Armas of Lima , an atmosphere of tradition and history, the government palace, the cathedral, the ornamental fountain among others, then, we will be by the Santo Domingo church, later, we will be by the Chabuca Granda avenue , it is a place of artistic and cultural events, we will also be able to see some places on the side of the Rímac river,
Then we will be on our way to the train station ( today the House of Literature ), after which we will visit the Wall Park to have a pleasant view of San Cristóbal Hill and other places.
Finally, we will visit the San Francisco Museum and Catacombs, opened in the 17th century.
What places will we see?
-La Merced Church.
-The Torre Tagle Mansion.
-The Plaza de Armas of Lima.
-The Santo Domingo church.
-The Chabuca Granda avenue.
-The park "The wall"
-San Francisco Convent Museum and Catacombs.
Museum entrance fee: S/20 soles (optional)
Free chocolate tasting and drinks
Suggestions:
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
Bring a hat or cap.
A bottle of water (optional)
Important:
Sometimes it takes an hour by taxi from Miraflores to the meeting point.
In case of non-attendance, please CANCEL the tour reservation.
🏳️🌈🍉 Have fun, discover and learn about relevant historical information about monuments, balconies, streets and curiosities at the Historical Centre of Lima with a professional guide.
NO romanticizing doubtful facts. NO conspiracy theories. NO political party. NO sensasionalist topics, or wikipedia explanations. NO touristic traps.
* Extra (Optional): Feel free to ask us.
Franciscan Monastery & Catacombs
(10am to 11am)
*** ITINERARY ***
- Wall Park
- Franciscan Monastery (pass by)
- House of Peruvian Literatura
- Main Square of Lima
- Jirón de la Unión
- La Merced church
- San Martin Square
* Minimum tip: 40 soles or 10 euros
(Amount suggested by GuruWalk)
If you consider that your guide was informative, out of the ordinary, natural and fun, feel free to tip him/her according to your level of personal satisfaction.
Keep in mind that we must study between 3 to 5 years to become professional tour guides in Peru. (MINCETUR)
* Would you like to help your guide even more? Write an honest review for him/her.
* If you are not coming to the tour, please cancel the reservation asap.
Thank you!
Have fun exploring on foot all the essential places in Lima, join this Free Tour of 2 hours and 30 minutes! Our expert local Guides will take you from Miraflores to the Center of Lima in a bus known as the metropolitan in a local and economical way . You will save 15 dollars that taxis usually charge you! On this tour we are going to explore many of the main attractions of the city, such as the Cathedral of Lima, the church of San Francisco, the emblematic Plaza San Martin and much more!
The Free Tour of Lima starts at the kfc at Av. José Larco 389 Miraflores, half a block from Parque Kennedy, and usually ends at La Plaza de Armas in Lima.
2 Meeting Points from Monday to Sunday:
- Miraflores: 10:15 am Av. José Larco 389, Miraflores 15074, Peru
- Downtown Lima: 11:40 am Gran Hotel Bolivar
- Visit the emblematic Plaza San Martin
- Discover the first historical capital of Peru
- Get to know the Plaza Mayor of Lima, it is one of the most beautiful squares in South America
- Marvel at the impressive Cathedral of Lima and the churches of San Francisco and Santo Domingo
- Learn about Peruvian gastronomy and delight yourself with a free tasting of our flagship drink of Peru, Pisco Sour!
In the First Place, we will depart from our first meeting point in the direction of the Ricardo Palma del Metropolitano station, to take the public bus that will take us to the Historic Center of Lima. It is important to bring coins with you to pay for the ticket from Miraflores to the center of Lima (the bus price is s/ 3.50 soles per section), here you are saving 15 dollars than the normal charge for a taxi, the trip lasts about 20 minutes to Colmena station, is the closest whereabouts that will take us to the Heart of Lima.
The emblematic Plaza San Martin
Let's explore the Emblematic Plaza San Martín, this space was a tram station that directed its wagons in two opposite directions: towards Callao and towards the Chorrillos spa. It is a vital icon of the Historic Center of Lima, inaugurated in 1921 on the occasion of the Centennial of the Independence of Peru.
This square is crowned by the monument to the Liberator Don José de San Martín, who proclaimed the Independence of Peru in 1821, and bordered by beautiful historical buildings such as the Teatro Colón, the Gran Hotel Bolívar and the Club Nacional.
Tour with our expert local guide the second most important square in our capital, which enchants and reflects our national culture!
Union street
We will walk through El Jirón de la Unión, it is a straight street of 11 blocks that connects the Plaza San Martin with the Plaza de Armas in the historic center of Lima, however, it was not always known as "Jirón de la Unión" in the past, each street of this jirón It had a special name like the entire center of Lima, also known as the Pizarro checkerboard and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The main square of Lima
We will visit the Plaza Mayor of Lima, it is one of the most beautiful squares in South America. Icon of the city, for witnessing two important events: the founding of Lima in 1535, and the proclamation of the Independence of Peru in 1821.
Its pool is the only vestige of the colonial period that we can appreciate in the square, since it dates from 1651. Around it are emblematic buildings of the city such as the Government Palace, the Municipal Palace, the Archbishop's Palace and the Basilica Cathedral of Lima .
From the Plaza Mayor, fall in love with our Historic Center!
Government Palace – panoramic tour
This emblematic and historic building houses the legacy of all the heads of state of Peru since viceroyalty times. Appreciate its beautiful architectural design, completed in 1938.
Municipal Palace – panoramic tour
We will know The Municipal Palace of Lima was founded in the year 1548, in its halls the Act of Independence of Peru was signed on July 15, 1821. Its Great Hall, with beautiful sculptures and marble and onyx stairs, will give you a welcome unique and will be able to take you to the great halls and corridors that will dazzle you with their design and beauty. Don't miss out on this great historical experience!
The Basilica Cathedral of Lima – panoramic tour
We will appreciate The Cathedral Basilica of Lima is one of the most beautiful spaces in our city, it is located on the perimeter of the Plaza Mayor of Lima, and together with the Archbishop's Palace they make up an architectural complex that today has become a museum with impressive works of art, fine furnishings and life-size Catholic figures.
Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo – panoramic tour
Get to know the beauty of one of the oldest convents in the city! It is one of the oldest convents in Lima. On its altar in the church are the relics of the 3 Peruvian Saints Santa Rosa de Lima, San Martin de Porres and San Juan Macías. Previously, the Universidad Mayor de San Marcos functioned here in 1551.
House of Peruvian Literature
Let yourself be amazed by a space for meeting, reflection and construction around literature, which contains excellent programs and activities with the purpose of revaluing Peruvian literature, prevailing contact with the literary and creative heritage of our country.
Built in the old Desamparados Station dating from 1912 and connecting Lima with the center of the country.
Basilica and Convent of San Francisco de Lima
Its beautiful temple, as well as the museum and catacombs of the convent, are a space that transports you back in time to the viceregal days of our capital. In its chapels is located the statuette of San Judas Tadeo, saint of the impossible, which receives numerous visits and flower arrangements during the 28th of each month.
Tasting of the blessed liquor of Peru The Pisco Sour!
Finally, we will visit a traditional bar in the heart of downtown Lima and we will taste different flavors of our flagship drink in Lima, the Pisco Sour!
This tour visits LIMA DOWNTOWN, the historical centre of Lima. Here you will have a first view of the Peruvian capital city where we will talk about history, gastronomy and more. Our local tour guides are young, experienced and passionate about this city so do not hesitate anymore and book the best Free Walking Tour in Lima.
- Location & dates
This tour takes place in LIMA DOWNTOWN, located 30 minutes away by bus from Miraflores or 40 minutes away by bus from Barranco.
Our walking tour is run from Monday to Saturday.
- Meeting points:
- OPTIONAL meeting point in Miraflores
If you are staying close to the Kennedy Park in Miraflores, join us out of Saga Falabella Store (Av. José Pardo 110) at 10 a.m.
Then we will take public buses towards Lima Downtown. (Bus rate: s/ 3.50)
2. MAIN meeting point in Lima Downtown
If you are staying close to Lima downtown or you prefer to go straight to the starting point, meet us out of Gran Hotel Bolivar (Jirón de la Unión 986) in Plaza San Martín at 11 a.m.
The tour starts in the MAIN MEETING POINT at 11 a.m.
- Itinerary
- Plaza San Martin
- Jiron de la Union street
- La Merced Church
- Plaza Mayor de Lima (Lima's Main Square)
- Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, City Hall of Lima
- House of the Peruvian Gastronomy
- House of the Peruvian Literature
- Park of the Wall
- Includes
Licensed tour guide
- How to identify us?
Our tour guides will be always wearing a LIGHT BLUE VEST with the map of Peru at the back.
- Recommendations
Wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Carry always money with you.
Follow your tour guides' advices.
