Free Tour of Lima's Historic Center
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Discover the historic charm of Lima with this authentic walking tour. Explore its beautiful plazas, colonial balconies, and unique traditions, and finish off with a classic pisco. Experience the City of Kings today!
The tour begins at Plaza San Martín, across from the Hotel Bolívar. From there, you’ll walk along the historic Jirón de la Unión while your guide shares stories, interesting facts, and legends about the ancient City of Kings.
We’ll continue on to Lima’s Plaza Mayor, where you’ll see the Government Palace, the Cathedral, the Convent of Santo Domingo, and other iconic buildings in the Historic Center. You’ll also visit the House of Peruvian Literature and see the exterior of the Convent of San Francisco, famous for its catacombs.
The experience concludes with a delicious tasting of pisco and Pisco Sour. This tour operates on a tip-based system: at the end, each participant is free to decide how much to contribute based on their experience. The suggested tip is S/ 50 or USD 15 per person, in recognition of our guide’s service and dedication.
Meeting point
Gran Hotel Bolívar
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 18:00 (Lima time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 14 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Gran Hotel Bolívar. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 14 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 18:00. Times are local to Lima.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
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