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

4.4 (598 reviews) Lima, Peru
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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.

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Shared Tour

Expert Guide: with english-spanish speaking guide.
Pickup included

Private Tour

Pickup included

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

What to expect

  1. El Parque del Amor
    20m
    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.
  2. Museo Catedral De Lima
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  3. Basilica y Monasterio de Santo Domingo
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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

Additional information

  • 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..

Cancellation policy

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

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