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 AccommodationCasa Andina Premium Miraflores
The Casa Andina Premium Miraflores is located in the heart of Miraflores, Lima's buzzy oceanfront residential neighbourhood which is also home to some of the city's top restaurants and shops. The hotel is an affordable and efficient choice in Lima.
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View AccommodationVilla Barranco
Villa Barranco is a charming boutique hotel located in a converted 1920s house in the Barranco district of Lima, famed for its bohemian vibes and cool arts scene. With just 9 guestrooms, this intimate home from home is great for independent travellers.
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Fausto
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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Atemporal
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 AccommodationHotel Butrinti
Lima's very first luxury boutique hotel, Hotel B, has opened its doors in the bohemian art district of Barranco. This wonderfully restored colonial mansion provides the perfect base to immerse oneself in the city’s thriving art and culinary scenes.
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View AccommodationMiraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel
Miraflores Park, A Belmond Hotel is a luxurious European-style hotel, which forms part of the prestigious Belmond group and is located in the exclusive Miraflores district of Lima by the Pacific Ocean and within easy reach of superb restaurants.
More Experiences in This Area
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View ExperienceBuggies Ride in Paracas
Embark on a dune buggy adventure through the stunning sand desert, navigating varied dunes from 5 to 150 meters. Enjoy a panoramic viewpoint and try sandboarding under expert guidance before returning to the hotel.
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