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6 Days in Lima: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Cuisine

Carlos Posu

Carlos Posu

25 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Lima, Peru! Discover ancient marvels, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city. From historic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary has it all. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Lima

Day 1Pastries, Plazas, and Pizzas
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$7

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$ 1

Pasteleria Panad Y Bodega Huerfanos SRL
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
4 - 6 min

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Parque Universitario
Former college quad with monuments & ornamental pools around a German clock tower donated in 1921.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Plaza San Martín
Large urban gathering space offering a central José de San Martín monument, green space & benches.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Alameda Chabuca Granda
Busy park featuring numerous fairs & festivals as well as dance, comedy & concert performances.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Panaderia Las Nazarenas
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$2
4 - 5 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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Plaza Dos de Mayo
Large circular plaza with a monument memorializing an 1802 South American victory against Spain.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Trattoria Italia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 2From Chinito to Convents
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$21

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$ 2

El Chinito
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
1 - 2 min

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Lima Main Square
Known as the birthplace of Lima, this plaza featuring a fountain is bordered by iconic palaces.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
Baroque-style Roman Catholic church & monastery with a prominent library & underground catacombs.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$6
33 - 40 min

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La Leña
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$7
11 - 14 min

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Club Zonal Sinchi Roca
Vast park with soccer fields & open-air swimming pools, plus jogging paths & a small zoo.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Mario's Sangucherìa Página Oficial
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 3Wildlife, Parks, and Paneras
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$8

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$ 3

Oxa Haus
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
35 - 42 min

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Parque Zoológico Huachipa
Animal enclosures including big cats & primates, plus an aquarium & dinosaur attraction.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 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
10 - 12 min

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La Panera
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$2
8 - 10 min

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Estadio Nacional
Home to Peru's national football team, this open-air stadium also hosts major concerts.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Miraflores Central Park
Triangular urban park offering trees, landscaped lawns & paths, plus an amphitheater & a playground.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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La Lucha
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 4Bridges, Magic, and Love
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$17

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$ 2

Bar Trattoria San Giacomo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
3 - 4 min

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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
Miguel Grau Square
Urban square with lawns & flower beds, plus a monument dedicated to a Peruvian naval hero.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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El Campo de Marte
Sizable urban park with a stadium, skate park & monuments, plus lawns, a pool & sports facilities.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Chili's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
10 - 12 min

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Magic Water Circuit of the Reserve Park
Picturesque neighborhood park known for its fountains & evening laser light shows off the water.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$2
20 - 24 min

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Parque del Amor
Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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Rafael Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 5Museums, Legends, and Fortresses
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$34

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$ 2

El Cajamarquino
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
6 - 9 min

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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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$16
9 - 11 min

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Parque de las Leyendas
This zoo features animals from around the world, plus a botanical garden, museum & ancient ruins.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$4
17 - 21 min

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Se Salió el Pollo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$2
13 - 20 min

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Fortaleza del Real Felipe
Storied 18th-century fort built to defend against pirates, with tours & an on-site museum.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$6
9 - 14 min

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Restaurante Mateos
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
Day 6Mexican Delights and Ancient Sites
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$23

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$ 2

Frida Cocina de México
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
4 - 6 min

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Parque María Reiche
Totemic figures resembling the Nazca Lines made with flowers at a clifftop park with Pacific views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
21 - 26 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
1 - 2 min

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El Chinito
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$5
4 - 6 min

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Don Dino
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2

Budget breakdown: $117 In total

Activities & Food:$109
Transport:$9