Historical Free Tour of Lima

7.7
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Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Iglesia La Merced
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
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Overview

Discover the enchanting Historic Center of Lima with professional and authorized Guides by the Peruvian government, we got guided tours in English and Spanish, 2 tour guides, separate groups, and daily departures from Monday through Saturday, explore the most important places of Lima such us its old churches dating back to the Spanish or colonial period, amazing old Spanish mansions that would be owned by the Spanish ruling class from the 17th century, stunning balconies that show the Moorish background of the Spaniards and traces from precolombian societies.

Unlike many free tours, our guide also will address the famous Puente Piedra, the Rimac neighborhood, San Cristobal mountain, the Peruvian Saints such as Santa Rosa de Lima, and San Martin (the first black Saint in the world). If there is some time left, we will go to Chinatown otherwise, you can do it on your own, just ask our guides for help.

On this tour, you will also have a demo on how to make the Pisco Sours (optional).

Super important: The itinerary is referential; your guide will have the last word for either follow or not the route; nevertheless, all our free tours are enjoyable, fun, and educative. WE DO OUR BEST!
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Bar Restaurant Cordano
  • Naval Museum Casa Grau
  • Plaza San Martín
  • Church of Santa Rosa
  • HOUSE OF BIRTH SAN MARTIN DE PORRES
  • Arco Chino de Lima - Calle Capón / Barrio Chino
  • Old Colonial houses
  • Ancient Spanish streets
  • Museo de Miguel Grau
  • Santuario de Santa Rosa
  • Barrio chino
  • Plaza San Martin
  • Casa de San Martin
  • Pozo de los deseos

Meeting point

Iglesia La Merced

On arrival

Join us daily from Monday to Saturday on the Jirón de la Unión Street 608 (in front of La Merced Church) at 11 am. Look for the InkanMilkyWay Logo embroidered on the yellow vests; look for Jorge, Alex, or Valeria. Don't get confused with other people.
Do not get confused with fake yellow vests or uniforms.

Lima is a big city; take a taxi well in advance, and don't underestimate the vehicular traffic in Lima

Things to note

There are many people wearing yellow vests, including our competitors, so kindly show up at the correct meeting point and look for the correct tour guide names wearing the logo.

Rating
7.7
Organisation
7.5
Atmosphere
7.9
Content
7.7
Guide
8.1
Usefulness
7.8

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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11:00 AM
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spanish
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