Lima: Walking tour of Lima

Walking tour of Lima

While Lima may not be the most celebrated of South America’s capital cities, to those in the know it is one of the continent’s best-kept secrets. This buzzing city is home to a vibrant cultural life, befitting of a flourishing nation where modern energy is underpinned by a rich ancient heritage.

A walking tour of the capital provides an immersive introduction to its sights and sounds. It will include the smart cliff-top barrio of Miraflores to see Pacific vistas unfurl from scenic viewpoints like the Parque del Amor. For a glimpse of how the ancient world intertwines with the modern city, you might visit the pre-Inca temple of Huaca Pucllana, a huge adobe pyramid ensconced in central Lima.

Adjoining Mirtaflores is the well-heeled neighbourhood of San Isidro, where one can sample the wonderfully creative gastronomy for which the capital has become known. One of thefamous restaurants is Tanta restaurant, run by preeminent Peruvian chef Gaston Acurio, the perfect place to taste Peru’s unique and varied cuisine.

All this contrasts markedly with Lima’s historic heart, the Plaza de Armas, where the imposing cathedral, city hall and palace are testament to the colonial era.

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Such a knowledgeable guide! Went out of her way to explain things. Would love to see more of the area.

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SL, | September 2017 | 65 and over | With Partner

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Alejandro (guide) was very knowledgeable, friendly and polite. He was very good at spotting our interests and adapted his tour accordingly. Highly recommended.

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MH, Manchester | September 2017 | 50 - 65 | With Partner

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Very good guides and all the drivers make us feel safe.

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RS, Northwood | March 2017 | 65 and over | With Partner

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Great guide with a wicked sense of humour

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AD, Cheltenham | February 2016 | 65 and over | With Partner

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guide very good.

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LM, Stowmarket | December 2015 | 65 and over | With Partner

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Fantastic tour - Alex was a star. Incredibly knowledgeable and we felt we really understood the city - he even identified trees and birds for us as we went along! Couldn't rate highly enough. ”

LR London | December 2014 | Under 35 | With Partner

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My really informative guide, as well as showing me some of the key sites, was able to set the scene very effectively for my subsequent solo explorations of the city. ”

DM Nottingham | July 2014 | 65 and over | Solo Traveller

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Lima is mad, but fun. The colonial buildings were most impressive. ”

SB Craven arms | March 2014 | 50 - 65

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