

Lima City Tour
4-hour tour from $ USD 38.00
Lima City Tour
Best Lima city tour. Lima, the capital of Peru and the city of kings. Discover ancient, colonial and modern Lima on a 4-hour tour.
About Lima city tour
Lima City Tour. The 4-hour Lima City Tour is the best excursion to get to know Lima and its rich history, and is highly recommended for those travelers who don’t have much time.
On this 4-hour Lima City tour, you’ll enjoy the panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana pyramid. You’ll then visit Lima’s historic center, where you will see old Lima and more than 50 amazing monuments and colonial buildings that still fulfill very important functions today, such as the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Central Reserve Bank Museum, and others. You’ll also visit the underground catacombs of the San Francisco monumental complex and finally, you’ll take a tour of Lima’s modern districts and residential areas, El Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and the Love Park.
The Lima city tour has 2 departure times, at 9:00 hours and 14:00 hours. We have daily departures.
Note: The Central Reserve Bank Museum isn’t open on Sundays and Mondays.
Highlights
- In a 4-hour Lima City tour, get to know Lima in its 3 periods: ancient, colonial and modern Lima.
- Stroll through the Lima city historic center. Admire colonial Lima and see the government palace and others.
- Visit the catacombs of the San Francisco convent and the Peruvian central reserve bank museum.
- Stroll through the modern districts of Miraflores and San Isidro and admire the Pacific Ocean from the Love Park.
- Take a Lima city tour with a local Peruvian operator.
Lima city tour summary
Lima city tour (4 hrs): Visit to the Huaca Pucllana pyramid, Lima historic center, Main square, the Central Reserve Bank Museum, the catacombs of the San Francisco convent and the Lima’s modern districts (San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and the park of love overlooking the Pacific Ocean).
Lima City Tour Itinerary
Lima City tour: Huaca Pucllana - Lima center - Miraflores - San Isidro - Love Park
Start your Lima city tour, the capital of Peru, at 9:00 am or 14:00 hrs. Our staff will pick you up at your hotel in Lima center, Miraflores, San Isidro or nearby (if your hotel is located elsewhere, a meeting point will be arranged).
First, enjoy the beautiful panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana pyramid, an ancient Inca ceremonial center built in the 4th century. Then head to the heart of the Lima vibrant city, stroll through the Main square and San Martin square which are surrounded by amazing colonial buildings and the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace and don’t forget to admire the imposing Cathedral.
Then, visit the Central Reserve Bank Museum. There, you will see a collection of treasures made of gold, silver, ceramics, and textiles from various pre-Hispanic cultures. Also explore the impressive subway crypts known as the catacombs of the San Francisco convent.
Finally, take a tour of the modern area where you will see Lima’s main financial and residential buildings, and the most touristic places such as the Olivar de San Isidro, Miraflores, Larcomar and the Love Park with its beautiful panoramic view of the green coast and the Pacific Ocean. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your hotel or at the agreed place.
Physical Level
1, Easy
Tour Length
4-hour tour
Starting Altitude
100m/328ft, Lima
Min Altitude
10m/32.8ft, Conta Verde
What’s included in the Lima City Tour
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel in Lima center, Miraflores and San Isidro.
- Tourist Mobility.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Panoramic tour of the Huaca Pucllana pyramid in Miraflores.
- Visits and tours to all the places mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance ticket to the catacombs of the San Francisco convent.
- Permanent assistance.
What’s not included in the Lima City Tour
- Lodging
- Food and beverages
- Medications and travel insurance
- Extra expenses
- Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
Packing list
To do the Lima city tour, you must bring the following:
- Personal documents (passport)
- Warm jacket
- Hat or cap
- Sun block lotion
- Bottled water
- Personal items and medicines
- Cameras and others
Recomendations
- For the Lima city tour, you should arrive the day before or make sure your flight arrives at Jorge Chavez airport in Lima before noon.
- Book in advance and last time to reserve, 3 hours before the tour.
- For easy pick up and drop off at your hotel, try to stay in the Lima center or in the Miraflores and San Isidro districts.
About the Lima City tour prices
We have 2 types of tours: Regular / Group Tour and Private Tour. Prices are expressed in US dollars (US$) and per person.
Price List
First option: Group Tour
Price for Lima City Shared Tours
The shared Lima city tour will be in a group of 15 or more people. Join our already formed groups and explore Peru’s capital with your new friends. We have daily departures and 12 months of the year.
Pax number | Price per person | |
2 or more people | $ USD 38.00 |
Second option: Private Tour
Prices for Lima City Private Tours
Private Lima city tour. It is exclusively for you who prefer to travel with your family or friends and don’t want to meet strangers. You can start the tour at any time, but the latest starting time is 14:30 hours. The price varies depending on the number of people traveling together.
Pax number | Price per person | |
1 Persons | $ USD 110.00 | |
2-3 Persons | $ USD 80.00 | |
4-5 Persons | $ USD 65.00 | |
6 or + Persons | $ USD 55.00 |
Packing list
To do the Lima city tour, you must bring the following:
- Personal documents (passport)
- Warm jacket
- Hat or cap
- Sun block lotion
- Bottled water
- Personal items and medicines
- Cameras and others
FAQSLima City Tour
How much does the city tour in Lima cost?
The Lima city tour cost will depend on the type of tour you choose. In the group tour the cost is USD 38 or S/145 per person and in the private tour it depends on the number of people booking together, the more people the lower the price. For example, if you do the Lima city tour alone, the price will be USD 110 or S/415 and if you travel with a family of 6 or more people, the price per person will be USD 55 or S/206.
What is included in the Lima City Tour?
The Lima city tour includes: pick up and drop off at your hotel, tourist transportation, professional guide and all entrance fees.
How many hours does the Lima city tour last?
The Lima city tour usually lasts between 3.5 and 4 hours. This time will be enough to stroll leisurely through the center and the most touristic districts of Lima.
How can I join a Lima city group tour?
We have departures every day of the year at 9am and 2pm. It is advisable to make a reservation in advance, choosing the date and one of the 2 schedules that you find convenient. The reservation will be confirmed with a 40% deposit in advance and the remaining amount will be paid before the tour starts. If you are already in Lima and want to join a group tour, you must make the reservation 3 hours in advance and pay 100%.
How is the private Lima city tour?
Our private Lima city tour is totally personalized. The tour guide and the touristic mobility will only be at the disposal of you or your family. This option is recommended for special trips such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries or simply a family experience.

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