9 Days in Lima: Ancient Marvels and Culinary Delights

Ale Suarez

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Lima, Peru, exploring ancient ruins and indulging in mouthwatering cuisine. Discover hidden gems like Mó.bistró and Huaca Huallamarca, and savor the flavors of Gran Caffe Chioggia and Chifa Kong. Immerse yourself in history at the National Museum of the Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru, and marvel at the Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo. From fascinating museums to vibrant markets, this itinerary offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and gastronomy.

Trip to Lima

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gastronomic Delights and Ancient Wonders

$52

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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1 - 2 min

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Venerable museum offering guided tours of pre-Columbian textile art & archaeological materials.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

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

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2Gelato Dreams and Cultural Immersion

$66

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

4 - 6 min

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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

14 - 17 min

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Established in 1918, this natural history museum has exhibits on topics such as dinosaurs & geology.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

10 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$14

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Tapas, Museums, and Park Adventures

$33

$ 4

La taberna se inicia aprox. en 1880 con la llegada de los Queirolo al antiguo distrito de la Magdalena Vieja, hoy Pueblo Libre y con la fundación de la típica pulpería de la época donde se vendían productos como conservas, vinos, abarrotes y otros.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 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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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

8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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11 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Literary Gems and Historic Landmarks

$41

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 11 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo, Lima

16th-century church with saints' relics, plus an attached convent with verdant inner courtyards.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

11 - 16 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

8 - 11 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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Day 5Sandwiches, Cathedrals, and Local Charm

$14

$ 3

Antigua Bodega Sanguchería Antonio Carbone

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 5 min

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This church with a mural of the Crucifixion is the starting point of a yearly religious procession.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Known as the birthplace of Lima, this plaza featuring a fountain is bordered by iconic palaces.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Expansive 19th-century cemetery & open-air museum known for its eclectic mausoleums & monuments.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 6Crispy Chicharrones and Artistic Treasures

$33

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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5 - 8 min

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Peru's art & history are shown via tours of the 1535 home of Francisco Pizarro & his descendants.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Handicrafts & art on display from Peru's coast, mountains & rainforest, from ancient times to today.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$10

10 - 12 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 7Baguettes, Palaces, and Chili's

$39

$ 4