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

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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Offered in: Portuguese and 4 more

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.

What's Included

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

Meeting and pickup

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

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

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    El Parque del Amor

    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.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Basilica Catedral De Lima

    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.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Basilica y Monasterio de Santo Domingo

    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.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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..
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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
City Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
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Cancellation Policy

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