Historical Lima Downtown & Catacombs tour

5.0
(7 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Let's go to the Historic Center of Lima! Where the most important events in Peruvian history occurred. The Foundation of Lima by the Spanish Conqueror Pizarro, and years later the Proclamation of Independence of Peru. We'll also know its Pre-Columbian past. Lima is millenary! The Plaza San Martín,"Jirón de la Unión","Plaza de Armas", and of course the mysterious Catacombs of San Francisco; and its underground crypts. It'll be a great day!

What's Included

Bottled water
tickets
Air-conditioned vehicle
official tour guide
tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We'll pick you up from your accommodation in the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro, Jesus Maria, Lima Center and Barranco.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Plaza San Martin

    "Plaza San Martín" This impressive square was made for the celebration of the 100 years of our independence. I'll tell you about the process to get tour freedoom.Today this is the only place in the Center where protests can take place and debates among locals. The Hotel bolívar is around here.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Jiron de La Union

    “Jirón de la Unión” This is the most famous boulevard in the whole city, You can find everything!

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas

    San Francisco Catacombs There are many dark stories and legends about the Catacombs located below the San Francisco Convent: a historic cemetery whose underground crypts from the colonial era served to bury more than 25,000 people.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

    "Plaza de Armas" Upon the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors, there was an Inca establishment here, which was transformed to make way for the Foundation of the City of Lima by Francisco Pizarro himself. Many years later the Proclamation of Independence would be given.Today we can can find the Government Palace, the Cathedral and the Municipal Palace. Finally after a great day we'll take you back to your hotel.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Lima with Soul Tours

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Best Conversion
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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