Free Tour of Lima’s Historic Center & Pisco Sour Tastings
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Join us on a vibrant tour of Lima's historic center! Discover its charming streets and fascinating museums around the main square. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Peru. Don't miss out on this joyful experience!
On this tour, we will visit the most attractive historical points in the historic center of Lima. Discover the city of kings together with a very passionate local guide who can provide you with a lot of information on your visit to the city of Ceviche and Pisco Sour.
Points that we will visit on the tour: San Martin Plaz Gran Hotel Bolívar (we will enter) Jirón de la Unión (connects with the Plaza de Armas) O'Higgins House (optional) Church of La Merced (we will enter) We will visit the Plaza de Armas We will observe the changing of the guard (optional) We will visit the House of Peruvian Literature We will visit the Church of Santo Domingo (We will observe the skull of Santa Rosa de Lima, the skull of San Martín de Porres, and the crypt of San Juan Macías.) We will visit the Chabuca Granda avenue and head towards the Trujillo bridge (stone bridge), which connects with the Rímac neighborhood Panoramic view of San Cristóbal hill (Peruvian favelas) Saint Francis of Assisi Church.
Meeting point
Gran hotel Bolívar
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish, English
- Usual start times
- 11:00, 12:30 (Lima time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 28 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, 28 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 11:00 and 12:30. 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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