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5 Days in Lima: Ancient Marvels and Culinary Delights

Bárbara Pimenta

21 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through Lima, Peru, as you explore ancient marvels and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Discover hidden gems, visit iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city.

Trip to Lima

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Venetian Delights and Historic Wonders

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$72

Bridge of Sighs

Arched bridge named for sighs of prisoners crossing it en route from the Palazzo Ducale to prison.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

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

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Embarcadero 41 Fusión

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$42

6 - 9 min

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Directions

De Cesar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

Day 2Nautical Charms and Artistic Treasures

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$135

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$ 2

La Barca De Frank

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Larco Museum

Mansion-turned-museum featuring a collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, including ceramic erotica.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$33

15 - 18 min

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Park of the Exposition

Large park featuring gardens, lakes & an amphitheater, plus buildings such as an art museum.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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PuertoNortePe

Restaurante bar, especialista en pescados y mariscos

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$38

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Daría Mar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 3Ceviche Heaven and Archaeological Wonders

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$111

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$ 2

Restaurant Cevicheria Sabor Peruano

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$22

9 - 14 min

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National Museum of the Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru, Lima

Longtime museum with thousands of artifacts showcasing Peruvian history, anthropology & archaeology.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

14 - 17 min

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Huaca Huallamarca

Archeological site with an ancient pyramid & a museum highlighting funeral rituals & mummies.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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La Fondue

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$32

2 - 3 min

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Osso

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Historical Landmarks

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$125

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$ 2

Huaca Pucllana Restaurante

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Huaca Pucllana Site Museum

Remains of a clay & adobe stepped pyramid from the Lima Culture (200–700 A.D.), plus tours & museum.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

21 - 26 min

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Plaza San Martín

Large urban gathering space offering a central José de San Martín monument, green space & benches.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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DeVera's

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

3 - 4 min

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Daría Mar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 5Colonial Splendors and Culinary Delights

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$121

De Cesar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

3 - 4 min

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Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima

Baroque-style Roman Catholic church & monastery with a prominent library & underground catacombs.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

4 - 5 min

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House of Peruvian Literature

Large, architecturally notable library with a cafe offering exhibitions, programs & guided tours.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

16 - 24 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.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Restaurante Heydi

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$38

8 - 11 min

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Daría Mar

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $567 In total

Activities & Food:$563

Transport:$4