Modern and Colonial Lima City Tour + Larco Museum

Explore our viceregal history in Lima to the fullest on a half-day tour. You will have an unmissable view of a pre-Inca complex, you will walk through the streets of the Historic Center of Lima declared a World Heritage Site and you will visit one of the most preserved places that safeguards historical treasures.

Duration:
1 day
Dificult:
Medium level
Group size:
from 2 to 8
Altitude:
sea ​​level
Travel style:
Cultural Classic
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Terms

We start the tour by picking you up from your hotel (Miraflores, San Isidro, Lima Centro or another).
Our first point of view is the Historic Center of Lima, which was the center of the Spanish colony in the 15th century, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its imposing streets where you can see the beauty of its architecture and monuments. In the afternoon, we will visit the main square, the cathedral and enter the Santo Domingo convent, one of the best preserved in the colony and where the relics of three Peruvian saints are kept. Later, we will go to the Pueblo Libre neighborhood and visit the Larco Museum. This museum exhibits the best and most complete collection of gold and silver from pre-Hispanic Peru in the world. Located in a beautiful 18th century viceregal mansion, it is considered one of the 25 best museums in the world. Finally, we will see the pre-Columbian archaeological complex “Huaca Huallamarca” in the heart of the urban area.
At the end of the tour you will have the option to stay at the Larcomar Shopping Center or return to your hotel.

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

  • Tourist transport
  • Official guide
  • Entrance tickets

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

  • Foods
  • Tuition fees

Group Tour

A group tour means that it is open for other hikers to join.

Private Tour

2 Travelers: $ 0 per person
3 Travelers: $ 0 per person
4 Travelers: $ 0 per person
5 Travelers: $ 0 per person
6 Travelers: $ 0 per person
7 Travelers: $ 0 per person
8 more Travelers: $ 0 per person

Private tours are available and the price depends on the size of the group.

Additional Items

  • Small backpack.
  • Water.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Photographic camera.
  • Snacks.
  • Cash in soles.

We Recommend Bringing:

  • Small backpack
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasse
  • Photographic camera
  • Snacks
  • Cash in soles

Frequent Questions

During the tour of the Historic Center of Lima, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, you will visit the main square, the cathedral and the Santo Domingo convent, one of the best preserved in the colony. In addition, you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the colonial architecture and the monuments that characterize this area.

The Larco Museum is one of the main attractions of the tour. It exhibits the best and most complete collection of gold and silver from pre-Hispanic Peru in the world. Located in a beautiful 18th century viceregal mansion, this museum is considered one of the 25 best in the world.

The Huaca Huallamarca is a pre-Columbian archaeological complex located in the heart of the urban area. During your visit, you’ll be able to learn about pre-Columbian culture and explore the ruins of this historic site.

At the end of the tour, you will have the option to stay at the Larcomar Shopping Center to enjoy your personal activities or return to your hotel in Lima.

No, the tour does not include food. It is recommended to bring some snacks and cash in soles to buy food or souvenirs during the tour.

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