Lima in a Day Pachacamac Barranco and Huaca Pucllana

4.5 (2 reviews) Lima, Peru
Duration12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover Lima like never before with our full tour!

This tour is an immersion in the history and culture of Lima. From the mystical Pachacamac to the art and bohemian art of Barranco, through Plaza Mayor, the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Catacombs of San Francisco. You will also visit Huaca Pucllana in Miraflores, connecting with the pre-Inca past. A tour that combines history, art and local experiences in one day.

To adapt to your travel style, we offer three experience options: Essential, Premium and Private, each with different inclusions and service levels.

We recommend reviewing the details of each option before booking, to choose the one that best fits what you want to live.

What's included

  • Professional Tourism Guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or Airbnb
  • Admission ticket to the Pachacamac Museum and Archaeological Site
  • Ticket to the Convent of San Francisco and its Catacombs
  • Nutrition
  • Entrance ticket to Huaca Pucllana

What to expect

  1. Miraflores
    1h
    At the end of this tour full of history and culture, we will return to your hotel to conclude this unforgettable tour of Lima.
  2. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Once picked up from your hotel, we will head to the sanctuary of Pachacamac. We will start the visit at the Museo de Sitio, where you can learn more than 290 archaeological pieces, including ceramics, textiles and the emblematic Idol of Pachacamac, revered by ancient Andean cultures.

    Then, we will explore the archaeological area with our expert guide, touring temples such as the Painted Temple, the Acllahuasi and the imposing Temple of the Sun, located on a hill overlooking the Lurin River valley and the Pacific Ocean. An experience full of history, spirituality and pre-Columbian legacy.
  3. Barranco
    2h
    At the end of our visit to the sanctuary of Pachacámac, we will head to the district of Barranco, the vibrant and bohemian coastal neighborhood of Lima. Enjoy the scenic journey as you immerse yourself in the art, history and culture of this charming district.

    Explore Barranco at your own pace, crossing the iconic Bridge of Sighs and walking its colorful streets, murals and expressions of urban art. During this part of the tour, you will have free time for lunch (lunch not included), with the option to choose from some of the most traditional and representative restaurants in the area. A perfect space to relax, take photos and live the most artistic side of Lima.
  4. Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Then, we will visit the Convent of San Francisco and its Catacombs (entrance ticket included), where we will know its impressive colonial architecture and explore the underground passageways that house thousands of skeletal remains.
  5. Centro Historico de Lima
    2h
    Next, we will move to the Historic Center of Lima, the heart of the city, where colonial history and architecture will envelop you. You will tour the Plaza Mayor, where you can admire the majestic Lima Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Archbishop’s Palace.
  6. Huaca Pucllana
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    We continue the tour towards Miraflores, where we will take a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, one of Lima's main archaeological sites. From the outside, our guide will provide an explanation about this important ceremonial center built by the Lima culture between the 4th and 7th centuries, allowing us to learn part of the pre-Inca history of the city.
  7. Miraflores
    1h
    We will start our adventure by picking up each traveler from their hotel or Airbnb located in the selected districts. Then, we will board our private tourist transport to the archaeological complex of Pachacamac, in a tour of approximately 1 hour from the city of Lima.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available only at hotels located in Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro.

Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before the scheduled time. Our guide or driver will approach reception and can contact you via WhatsApp if necessary.

If your accommodation is outside these areas, a meeting point will be coordinated in advance.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

4.5 (2)

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