10 Days in Lima: A Journey of Culture and Culinary Delights

Vera Farías

12 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Lima, Peru, where ancient marvels and mouthwatering cuisine await. Explore historic plazas, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in authentic Peruvian dishes. From vibrant parks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a captivating journey through Lima's rich culture and culinary delights.

Trip to Lima

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Historic Plazas and Delectable Sandwiches

$15

$ 7

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

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

7 - 9 min

Directions

Busy park featuring numerous fairs & festivals as well as dance, comedy & concert performances.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Large circular plaza with a monument memorializing an 1802 South American victory against Spain.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2Parks, Churches, and Crispy Chicharrones

$27

$ 10

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

Former college quad with monuments & ornamental pools around a German clock tower donated in 1921.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

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

10 - 12 min

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Pieces of the city's ancient wall are displayed at this urban park with walkways & a kids' train.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

Directions

Roomy park with recreational facilities, including a swimming pool & courts for basketball & tennis.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$21

9 - 14 min

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En Churros San Francisco Sac tenemos los deliciosos churros tradicionales con el sabor y calidad de siempre.con más de 50 años de tradición peruana sigue brindando a nuestros clientes el sabor de siempre. Churros españoles tradicionales, los mejores de Lima ¡Contáctenos!

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Colonial Splendor and Sweet Treats

$31

$ 7

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

Directions

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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$19

5 - 8 min

Directions

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

9 - 11 min

Directions

Urban square with lawns & flower beds, plus a monument dedicated to a Peruvian naval hero.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Parks, Art, and Gastronomic Delights

$33

$ 5

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

40 - 48 min

Directions

Vast park with soccer fields & open-air swimming pools, plus jogging paths & a small zoo.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

62 - 75 min

Directions

Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 5Sports, Landmarks, and Gourmet Coffee

$12

$ 2

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

Sizable urban park with a stadium, skate park & monuments, plus lawns, a pool & sports facilities.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

16 - 23 min

Directions

Home to Peru's national football team, this open-air stadium also hosts major concerts.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

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

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6Culture, Friendship, and Farm Fresh Food

$33

$ 12

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

Directions

Modest Peruvian history museum with archaeological artifacts, art & temporary exhibits.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

Directions

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

34 - 41 min

Directions

Park with a boating lake, soccer field & tennis courts, plus a small zoo with farmyard animals.

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

Directions

Games & rides in a park setting, with tropical fish on display & guinea pigs for petting.

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

Directions

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$15

11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 7Parks, Wildlife, and Burger Bliss

$39

$ 7

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

Directions

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 - 23 min

Directions

Tranquil park & War of the Pacific memorial, with a small museum displaying a historic steam train.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

28 - 34 min

Directions

Wetlands preserve designed to protect over 200 species of birds, with trails & observation towers.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

Directions

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$21

19 - 23 min

Directions

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 8Water Magic, Fortresses, and Finger-Licking Chicken

$49

$ 5

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

Directions

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

36 - 44 min

Directions

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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$19

13 - 20 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 9Water Wonders, Ancient Ruins, and Gelato Delights

$65

$ 5

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

Directions

Picturesque neighborhood park known for its fountains & evening laser light shows off the water.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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16 - 20 min

Directions

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

4 - 5 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 10Museums, Markets, and Exquisite Japanese Cuisine

$79

$ 4

Selina Miraflores Lima & Cowork

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

Directions

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$49

27 - 33 min

Directions

Bustling outdoor destination with vendors offering souvenirs, antiques & regional handicrafts.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

Directions

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $441 In total

Activities & Food:$382

Transport:$59