Discover Lima & the Larco Museum
Soak up the local ambience on this half day city tour of Lima, where you will visit elegant neighbourhoods and cities main attractions, followed by a visit to the Larco Museum to take in Peru’s finest private collection of artefacts.
Area
Lima and the Desert Coast
Grade
Luxurious
Who
Adults
Difficulty
Leisurely
Duration
Full Day
Panoramic visit of the residential areas of Lima: Miraflores is the new commercial center for metropolitan Lima. Its Central Park is surrounded by high-rise buildings that line a boulevard overlooking the Pacific Ocean and continue to the Huaca Pucllana pyramid, a pre-Inca religious shrine. San Isidro is Lima’s most elegant neighborhood with lush homes surrounded by numerous parks and olive groves.
In the Pueblo Libre district visit the Larco Museum, Peru’s finest private collection where you will enjoy an overview of 4000 years of pre-Columbian history including gold and silver jewelry, ceramic statuary, and an impressive display of erotic representations of the ancient world. Thousands of objects from a variety of ancient indigenous cultures bring animals, plants, and anthropomorphic deities to life.
Enjoy the historic center of Lima and its main attractions: The San Martin Square, the Plaza Mayor (Main Square), the Cathedral (visit), and the Government and Archbishop Palaces.
Recommended Hotels Nearby
A selection of luxury hotel options in the area, handpicked and recommended by our travel specialists.
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View AccommodationHotel B
Hotel B is a restored 1914 Belle-Époque mansion turned art-filled boutique hotel in Lima’s bohemian Barranco — where intimate design, contemporary Latin-American art, Peruvian-Mediterranean cuisine and oceanside sunsets combine into a stylish, soulful sta
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View AccommodationMiraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel
Belmond Miraflores Park delivers coastal-city sophistication — 89 sea-view suites, a rooftop infinity pool over the Pacific, refined dining, luxe spa and easy access to Lima’s art, culture and salted-air promenade for an elegant urban escape.
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View AccommodationAtemporal
Atemporal is a serene 1940s townhouse-turned-boutique hotel in Lima’s leafy Miraflores. Just six exquisitely styled rooms, art-filled common spaces, curated service, and a home-away-from-home feel for travellers seeking calm and true local character
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View AccommodationVilla Barranco
Villa Barranco is a restored 1920s mansion in Lima’s bohemian Barranco district — under 20 bespoke rooms, vintage architecture, rooftop terrace with Pacific-view cocktails, and easy access to galleries, seaside strolls and slow-city charm.
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View AccommodationFausto
Fausto is a five-room boutique guesthouse in Lima’s Miraflores — a restored 1920s neoclassical home offering contemporary style, a rooftop terrace, open pantry of snacks and drinks, and personalised service for an intimate, soulful urban stay.
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View AccommodationHotel Paracas, A Luxury Collection Resort
A serene desert-meets-sea retreat, Hotel Paracas blends refined beachfront luxury with access to the wild beauty of the Paracas National Reserve and Ballestas Islands. A tranquil gateway to adventure, wellness and effortless elegance.
More Experiences in This Area
Discover more things to do in the area and chat to our specialists about crafting these experiences into your tailor-made holiday.
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View ExperienceSurf Lesson in Miraflores
Embrace Lima’s coastal energy with a surf lesson on the Pacific, combining land-based technique training and wave simulation with personalised in-water coaching for a rewarding experience at any level.
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View ExperienceBarranco and its huariques
Discover Barranco on foot through its food, from traditional huariques to contemporary Peruvian cuisine. This immersive walking experience reveals the district’s culinary soul, ending with slow coffee and artisanal desserts.
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View ExperienceMonumental Callao with Graffiti Lesson
Explore Callao’s creative revival, where bold street art and murals have transformed a historic port district. Inspired by the Fugaz project, the experience ends with a hands-on graffiti session rooted in local culture.
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