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10 Days in Lima: A Journey of Flavors and Wonders

Paola Restrepo

Paola Restrepo

27 Nov 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure to Lima, Peru and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, breathtaking sights, and mouthwatering cuisine. From ancient marvels to modern delights, this itinerary will take you on a journey you'll never forget.

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Day 1Coastal Charms and Culinary Delights
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$62

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$ 3

La Rosa Nautica
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
8 - 12 min

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Parque del Amor
Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Miraflores Central Park
Triangular urban park offering trees, landscaped lawns & paths, plus an amphitheater & a playground.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
44 - 53 min

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Parque Zonal Huascar
Park with a boating lake, soccer field & tennis courts, plus a small zoo with farmyard animals.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Ristorante Terrazza, Hotel Danieli, Venice
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$28
2 - 3 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.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Osteria Calle 21
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Parks, Sushi, and Friendship
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$75

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$ 3

Las Barras de Ronald
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
5 - 8 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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$25
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
9 - 14 min

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Yume - Sushi & Bar
Un Sushi Bar que no teme experimentar nuevos sabores. Fusionamos estilos e ingredientes de diferentes culturas.
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$20
7 - 10 min

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Tierra Santa
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Historic Eateries and Cultural Gems
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$68

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$ 3

Bar Restaurant Cordano
Fundado en 1905, por los ciudadanos italianos: Luigi, Antonio y Virgilio Cordano, desde su apertura albergó diversos personajes prominentes de la política, intelectuales, artistas, así como a la colonia italiana que regentaba diversos comercios del centro de Lima...
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
7 - 10 min

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Alameda Chabuca Granda
Busy park featuring numerous fairs & festivals as well as dance, comedy & concert performances.
9:00 AM - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Parque Universitario
Former college quad with monuments & ornamental pools around a German clock tower donated in 1921.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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El Paisano Ferreñafano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
14 - 17 min

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Trattoria Italia
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Wildlife Encounters
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$72

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$ 2

DeVera's
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
3 - 4 min

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Plaza San Martín
Large urban gathering space offering a central José de San Martín monument, green space & benches.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Parque de las Leyendas
This zoo features animals from around the world, plus a botanical garden, museum & ancient ruins.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
8 - 11 min

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Edo Sushi Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$20
11 - 16 min

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El Chef y el Mar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 5Exploring Lima's Heritage and Chinatown
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$81

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$ 4

Francesco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
13 - 16 min

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Fortaleza del Real Felipe
Storied 18th-century fort built to defend against pirates, with tours & an on-site museum.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$13
39 - 47 min

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Plaza Dos de Mayo
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
13 - 16 min

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Lima Main Square
Known as the birthplace of Lima, this plaza featuring a fountain is bordered by iconic palaces.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Chinatown
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$22
8 - 11 min

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El Paisano Ferreñafano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 6Fine Dining and Cultural Heritage
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$79

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$ 4

De Cesar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
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
36 - 44 min

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Club Zonal Sinchi Roca
Vast park with soccer fields & open-air swimming pools, plus jogging paths & a small zoo.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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La Leña
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$22
13 - 16 min

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Tradiciones Criollas Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 7Savoring Japanese Cuisine and Art
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$89

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$ 4

Naruto Japanese Food Pueblo Libre
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
10 - 15 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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$33
18 - 22 min

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Miguel Grau Square
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
12 - 15 min

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Chili's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
9 - 11 min

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Brasuca - Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 8Parks, Water Shows, and Brazilian Flavors
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$56

Khuchy Tanta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
8 - 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.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$4
8 - 12 min

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Brasuca - Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
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Brasuca - Restaurante
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 9Clubs, Parks, and International Cuisine
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$68

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$ 2

Club Cusco
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$20
10 - 15 min

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Magic Water Circuit
Vast water fountain complex known for choreographed light displays with sound & music at night.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
16 - 23 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
15 - 22 min

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Tony Roma's
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
6 - 8 min

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Mi Barrunto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
Day 10Divine Cuisine and Sporting Excitement
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$56

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$ 4

Vrinda
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
7 - 9 min

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Estadio Nacional
Home to Peru's national football team, this open-air stadium also hosts major concerts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Mi Barrunto
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
12 - 15 min

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Chanchipan
A media cuadra de la Plaza San José en Jesús María. La primera chicharronería fusión del Perú.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $726 In total

Activities & Food:$705
Transport:$22