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Lima Half-Day Tour: Historic Centre & Miraflores Small Group

By Exquisito Perú
Free cancellation available
Price is S$51 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Small group tour with max 8 people in English only.

After driving from Barranco and Miraflores, the tour begins at Plaza San Martín, a historic gateway to the city centre. We’ll visit the impressive San Francisco Church and its famous catacombs, offering a glimpse into Lima's colonial past. Then, enjoy a churro criollo at a popular local spot, a taste of the city's culinary heritage.

Next, we’ll explore the Plaza de Armas, admiring the exterior of the Government Palace, Lima Cathedral, and Santo Domingo Convent before heading back.

As we reach Miraflores, we’ll also pass by Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca site amidst the modern city. The tour will conclude at the scenic Malecón in Miraflores, with stunning ocean views from the Parque del Amor known for its romantic ambiance and beautiful sculptures inspired by Barcelona's Park Güell.

This tour perfectly blends history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes, offering a memorable experience of Lima’s top landmarks in just 4 hours.

Activity location

  • Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
    • Jirón Lampa
    • 15001, Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
    • Jirón Lampa
    • 15001, Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

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Lima Half-Day Tour: Historic Centre & Miraflores Small Group
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30
Price details
S$50.55 x 1 AdultS$50.55
Total
Price is S$50.55

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPeruvian churro tasting
  • What's includedWhat's includedPick up and drop off from Dédalo shop (Barranco) o Hotel NAIA (Miraflores)
  • What's includedWhat's includedSan Francisco & Catacombs entrance ticket
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal expert guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded18% tax - can be exonerated by sending passport number, country of issue + entry date for every pax
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAnything not mentioned in the inclusions

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We will ask you to provide your passport number and date of entry to Peru before the tour and for all the tour participants (through an online form). Sending this information allow us to exonerate yourself from the 18% local tax as it confirms you're real visitors, and not living in the country. If you want to be exonerated from the tax, it's really important to send us your passport number and date of entry at least 1 day before the tour. You don't need to bring your passport to the tour.
  • If you select Barranco as a pick up/drop off location, please consider 4h door-to-door, while with the Miraflores the total duration will be around 3h30.
  • To enter San Francisco Church, you may be requested to cover your shoulders and not be wearing shorts and flip flops.
  • The total tour duration includes the travel time to/from the Historic Centre, as well as the time spent walking or driving from one sight to the other
  • The visit to the Catacombs is not recommended for travellers who suffer from claustrophobia

Activity itinerary

Plaza San Martin (Pass by)
Plaza San Martín is a grand, historic square in central Lima, inaugurated in 1921 to celebrate Peru’s independence. At its centre stands a bronze statue of General José de San Martín. Surrounded by elegant neoclassical buildings, such as the Gran Hotel Bolívar, the plaza is a lively hub that blends colonial charm with early 20th-century architecture, making it a key landmark in Lima.
Basílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
The San Francisco Convent is a striking example of colonial Baroque architecture in Lima, known for its ornate facade and rich history. Inside, the convent houses a vast library and impressive religious art. Its most famous feature is the underground catacombs, once used as a burial site. These catacombs contain the remains of an estimated 25,000 people, making them a unique and eerie glimpse into Lima’s past, offering visitors a fascinating journey into the city’s colonial and religious heritage.
CHURROS SAN FRANCISCO S.A.C.
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
We will stop to enjoy a delicious Peruvian churro.
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
  • 20m
The main square of Peru's capital, home to the Cathedral of Lima and the Government Palace, and nearby Santo Domingo Convent.
Huaca Pucllana (Pass by)
We will pas by Huaca Pucllana, an ancient pre-Inca archaeological site located in the heart of modern Lima. Built around 500 AD by the Lima culture, it consists of a large adobe pyramid made from small, handmade bricks. The site served as an important ceremonial and administrative centre. Today, Huaca Pucllana offers a unique contrast between ancient history and the surrounding urban landscape, providing insight into the early civilisations that once thrived along Peru’s central coast.
El Parque del Amor
  • 5m
Parque del Amor, or the Park of Love, is a scenic spot in Miraflores overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Known for its vibrant mosaics and romantic sculptures, including the iconic statue *El Beso* (The Kiss) by Víctor Delfín, the park is a popular destination for couples. Its curving walls, adorned with colourful tiles and love-themed quotes, create a whimsical atmosphere. The park’s clifftop location offers stunning ocean views, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy Lima’s coastline.
Malecón de Miraflores (Pass by)
Enjoy scenic views over the Pacific Ocean

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBasílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
    • Jirón Lampa
    • 15001, Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBasílica and Convent of San Francisco, Lima
    • Jirón Lampa
    • 15001, Lima, Provincia de Lima, Peru

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