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Discover the Wonders of Lima: An 8-Day Adventure

Viviana Rengifo

Viviana Rengifo

24 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Lima, Peru, exploring its vibrant parks, historic landmarks, and enchanting water circuits. Join us for an 8-day adventure filled with cultural immersion and breathtaking sights.

Trip to Lima

Day 1
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$40

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$ 6

Parque de las Leyendas
This zoo features animals from around the world, plus a botanical garden, museum & ancient ruins.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$40
18 - 22 min

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Parque del Amor
Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

Plaza San Martín
Large urban gathering space offering a central José de San Martín monument, green space & benches.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Iglesia Las Nazarenas
This church with a mural of the Crucifixion is the starting point of a yearly religious procession.
9:30 AM - 10:30 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.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$20

Magic Water Circuit of the Reserve Park
Picturesque neighborhood park known for its fountains & evening laser light shows off the water.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
Day 4
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$0

Estadio Nacional
Home to Peru's national football team, this open-air stadium also hosts major concerts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Park of the Exposition
Large park featuring gardens, lakes & an amphitheater, plus buildings such as an art museum.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 6

Miraflores Central Park
Triangular urban park offering trees, landscaped lawns & paths, plus an amphitheater & a playground.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Friendship Park
Public park with a towering arch covered in a bright tile mosaic, plus walking paths & a pond.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 6

Magic Water Circuit
Vast water fountain complex known for choreographed light displays with sound & music at night.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Plaza Dos de Mayo
Large circular plaza with a monument memorializing an 1802 South American victory against Spain.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

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$ 6

Lima Main Square
Known as the birthplace of Lima, this plaza featuring a fountain is bordered by iconic palaces.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 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
Day 8
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$63

Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
Baroque-style Roman Catholic church & monastery with a prominent library & underground catacombs.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$63

Budget breakdown: $144 In total

Activities & Food:$123
Transport:$22