Historic Lima and Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup

4.9 (205 reviews) Lima, Peru
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Duration3h - 4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the heart of historic Lima on this small-group cultural experience through the city’s UNESCO-listed Historic Center, ideal for first-time visitors looking to explore the city’s rich colonial history in a more authentic and personal way.

Walk through Lima’s most iconic colonial landmarks, including Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, Jirón de la Unión, and the beautiful Church of La Merced, while learning about the city’s fascinating history, architecture, and local traditions from passionate local guides.

Choose between the flexible meeting point option or upgrade to the most booked experience including transport, Catacombs entrance, and local snacks for a more complete and stress-free visit.

Limited small-group spaces available.

Options

Historic Lima Walking Tour
Premium: Pickup + Catacombs

Catacombs Entrance Included: Explore Lima’s famous underground catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery, one of the city’s most unique attractions.
Car, Minivan or Sprinter: The vehicle used for the tour will depend on the final number of confirmed passengers.
Pickup included

Chinatown Experience

Catacombs Entrance Included: Explore Lima’s famous underground catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery, one of the city’s most unique attractions.

Lima Chinatown Visit: Visit Lima’s vibrant Chinatown and enjoy classic local Chinese snacks while learning about the Chinese influence on Peruvian
Car, Minivan or Sprinter: The vehicle used for the tour will depend on the final number of confirmed passengers.
Pickup included

What's included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Catacombs entrance
  • Meeting point pick-ups are available in Miraflores. Vehicle type depends on the number of confirmed participants.

What to expect

  1. Plaza San Martin
    30m
    Start your experience at one of Lima’s most beautiful and historic squares. Learn about Peru’s independence while admiring the elegant European-style architecture surrounding Plaza San Martín.
  2. Jiron de La Union
    20m
    Walk through Lima’s most iconic pedestrian street, once considered the city’s most elegant avenue and today filled with local culture, history, and everyday life.
  3. Iglesia y Convento La Merced
    30m
    Visit one of Lima’s oldest and most important colonial churches, famous for its baroque architecture and fascinating religious history.The church contains a variety of reredos. The altarpiece is fire gilded. The center of the altarpiece contains an image of the Virgin of Mercy, declared in 1615 the "heavenly protector of Lima."
  4. Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
    1h
    Discover the heart of Lima’s historic center, surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and some of the city’s most important colonial buildings.
  5. Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    End the experience with the visit of the famous San Francisco Catacombs, an underground cemetery dating back to colonial times and one of Lima’s most unique historical attractions.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Passengers must be in front of the Gran Hotel Bolivar, 10 minutes before the meeting time.

End point

Passengers must be in front of the Gran Hotel Bolivar, 10 minutes before the meeting time.

Pickup details

Premium Tickets only: Optional meeting point pick-ups are available from our Tourist Information Centers in Miraflores for added convenience. Transportation may be provided in a car, minivan, or sprinter depending on the final number of confirmed participants.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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