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Discover Lima: A 4-Day Adventure in Peru's Vibrant Capital

Constanza Pidal

Constanza Pidal

10 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 4-day journey through Lima, Peru's bustling capital. Explore stunning parks, visit fascinating museums, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this enchanting city.

Trip to Lima

Day 1
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$46

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$ 9

Av. Almte. Miguel Grau 1540

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Parque del Amor
Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Miraflores Central Park
Triangular urban park offering trees, landscaped lawns & paths, plus an amphitheater & a playground.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Museo Oro del Perú y Armas del Mundo
Displays of ancient gold artifacts, weapons & armor from around the world & pre-Hispanic textiles.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$18
24 - 29 min

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Friendship Park
Public park with a towering arch covered in a bright tile mosaic, plus walking paths & a pond.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Hacienda Mamacona
Criadero de Caballos Peruanos de Paso, que ofrece espectáculos con estos caballos, almuerzos y matrimonio, eventos corporativos y turísticos.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$28
45 - 54 min

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Parque Zonal Huascar
Park with a boating lake, soccer field & tennis courts, plus a small zoo with farmyard animals.
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Playa Los Yuyos
Local oceanfront getaway offering calm waters for swimming, a cozy shoreline & basic amenities.
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
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Free
Dédalo
Chic store selling contemporary Peruvian crafts, home decor, clothing, jewelry & art.
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$45

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$ 6

Av. Almte. Miguel Grau 1540

Depart from your stay 🏨

7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Bridge of Sighs
Arched bridge named for sighs of prisoners crossing it en route from the Palazzo Ducale to prison.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Lima Cathedral
Huge baroque-style Roman Catholic cathedral with a gold-plated altar & an on-site religious museum.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
29 - 35 min

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Fortaleza del Real Felipe
Storied 18th-century fort built to defend against pirates, with tours & an on-site museum.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
11 - 14 min

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Zona Arqueologica Monumental Mateo Salado
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Brasuca - Restaurante
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$20
15 - 18 min

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Museo de Historia Natural
Established in 1918, this natural history museum has exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & geology.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$13
Miraflores Indian Market
Bustling outdoor destination with vendors offering souvenirs, antiques & regional handicrafts.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$56

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$ 6

Av. Almte. Miguel Grau 1540

Depart from your stay 🏨

3 - 4 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Lima Museum of Contemporary Art
Art from the 1950s to present in a modern space, plus activities such as outdoor movies & workshops.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
50 - 60 min

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Lima Main Square
Known as the birthplace of Lima, this plaza featuring a fountain is bordered by iconic palaces.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Site Museum and Archaeological Sanctuary of Pachacamac
Remains of pre-Incan pyramids & temples with guided tours & a modern museum showing artifacts.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
18 - 22 min

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El Encuentro Otani
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$18
Pantanos de Villa Wildlife Refuge
Wetlands preserve designed to protect over 200 species of birds, with trails & observation towers.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$45

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$ 5

Av. Almte. Miguel Grau 1540

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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El Parque de la Imaginación
Playful science & technology museum featuring a range of hands-on exhibits, along with workshops.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
19 - 28 min

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El Campo de Marte
Sizable urban park with a stadium, skate park & monuments, plus lawns, a pool & sports facilities.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Magic Water Circuit
Vast water fountain complex known for choreographed light displays with sound & music at night.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Huaca Pucllana Restaurante
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$20
Huaca Pucllana Site Museum
Remains of a clay & adobe stepped pyramid from the Lima Culture (200–700 A.D.), plus tours & museum.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $215 In total

Activities & Food:$191
Transport:$24