Lima
Peru
Overview
The gastronomic capital of South America serves world-beating ceviche, dramatic Pacific cliffs, pre-Inca pyramids, and a vibrant creative scene in Barranco.
Cost of Travel
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Explore Lima
Larco Museum
Mansion-turned-museum featuring a collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, including ceramic erotica.
Iglesia Las Nazarenas
This church with a mural of the Crucifixion is the starting point of a yearly religious procession.
Navy Lighthouse
Cliffside lighthouse with a 72-ft. iron tower & a light that can be seen for 18 nautical miles.
Lima Cathedral
Huge baroque-style Roman Catholic cathedral with a gold-plated altar & an on-site religious museum.
House of Peruvian Literature
Large, architecturally notable library with a cafe offering exhibitions, programs & guided tours.
Where to Stay
Belmond Miraflores Park
An elegant oceanfront hotel in Miraflores with a rooftop infinity pool overlooking the Pacific and acclaimed dining.
Hotel B Barranco
An art-filled boutique hotel in a restored Belle Epoque mansion in Lima's bohemian Barranco district with a rooftop terrace.
Where to Eat
Central
Peruvian
The world's number one restaurant, exploring Peru's diverse ecosystems through groundbreaking dishes sourced from sea level to 4,100 meters.
La Mar
Cevicheria
Gaston Acurio's celebrated cevicheria serves some of Lima's finest raw fish preparations in a buzzy, colorful space.
Travel Tips
- Lima is the food capital of South America — eat ceviche for lunch (it's fresher)
- Book Central restaurant months in advance
- The Barranco district has the best nightlife, galleries, and street art
- Lima's garua (fog) covers the city May-November — pack layers
- Try pisco sour, the national cocktail, at any bar
- Visit the catacombs under the San Francisco monastery
Getting There & Around
Lima's Metropolitano BRT runs north-south and is accessible. The Metro Line 1 has limited reach. Uber and taxi apps are the best options. Traffic is severe — plan extra time. Walking is pleasant in Miraflores and Barranco. Avoid walking in the Centro Historico at night.
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