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At a glance

Climate

Arid

Languages

Spanish and Quechua

Local currency

PEN (PEN)

Local time

20:43 (GMT-5)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Miraflores

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Expected for good service

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 75 · Good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Ceviche Lomo Saltado Aji de Gallina Pisco Sour

When to visit Lima

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: January, February Busiest: Dec-Apr

Jan

80

Warm & sunny
Feb

80

Warm & sunny
Mar

75

Warm & sunny
Apr

70

Mild & sunny
May

60

Mild & overcast
Jun

50

Cool & foggy
Jul

45

Cool & foggy
Aug

45

Cool & foggy
Sept

50

Cool & foggy
Oct

60

Mild & overcast
Nov

65

Mild & overcast
Dec

75

Warm & sunny

80

Jan Warm & sunny

80

Feb Warm & sunny

75

Mar Warm & sunny

70

Apr Mild & sunny

60

May Mild & overcast

50

Jun Cool & foggy

45

Jul Cool & foggy

45

Aug Cool & foggy

50

Sept Cool & foggy

60

Oct Mild & overcast

65

Nov Mild & overcast

75

Dec Warm & sunny

Things to do in Lima

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Explore Plaza Mayor

Historic Center 2 hrs

Discover the historic heart of Lima, home to the Presidential Palace and Cathedral.

Outdoors Good for children

Discover Huaca Pucllana

Miraflores 2 hrs

Explore an ancient adobe and clay pyramid, a pre-Inca ceremonial center in the city's heart.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Visit Larco Museum

Pueblo Libre 3 hrs

Admire an exquisite collection of pre-Columbian art in a beautiful colonial mansion.

Indoors Good for children

Wander through Barranco

Barranco 4 hrs

Experience the bohemian district with colorful street art, Puente de los Suspiros, and vibrant nightlife.

Outdoors Good for children

Relax at Parque Kennedy

Miraflores 1.5 hrs

Visit the famous 'cat park' in Miraflores, often featuring artisan markets and street performers.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

See Magic Water Circuit

Parque de la Reserva 2 hrs

Enjoy a spectacular display of water, light, music, and laser shows at night.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Indulge in a Gastronomy Tour

Various 4 hrs

Savor Lima's renowned culinary scene with a guided tasting of local dishes and markets.

Outdoors Good for children

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Food and drink

2 Days in Lima — Food & Wine

Savor the culinary capital of South America, from vibrant markets to world-class fine dining.

This luxurious 2-day itinerary invites food and wine enthusiasts to delve into Lima's unparalleled gastronomic scene. Experience hands-on cooking, explore bohemian districts, and indulge in exquisite Peruvian flavors, culminating in unforgettable dining experiences at acclaimed restaurants. Perfect for discerning travelers eager to taste the heart of Peru.

2 Days 10 Stops

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