Lima's Historic Center: Free Walking Tour
Overview of the tour in Lima
Join us from Monday to Saturday to visit together the Historic Center of Lima, the oldest part of the city where the traditional Lima culture and the capital's modernity converge.
Our local guide will show you the history of the city, its gastronomy and curiosities that surround this iconic place.
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Meeting point, dates and schedule
The tour will start outside the Gran Hotel Bolivar (Jiron de la Union 986), located in the Plaza San Martin in the Historic Center of Lima.
Monday to Saturday at 03:00 p.m. and lasts 2 hours approx.
Itinerary:
- Plaza San Martin
- Jiron de la Union
- La Merced Church
- Plaza de Armas (Government Palace, Lima Cathedral and more)
- House of Peruvian Gastronomy
- House of Peruvian Literature
- San Francisco Church and Convent
how to recognize a tour guide?
You will always recognize us wearing a CELESTIAL VEST with the map of Peru on the back and the name LIMA BY WALKING.
Additional recommendations
Wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Always carry money with you in case of any situation.
Follow the advice of your tour guide.
This activity includes:
- Plaza San Martín
- Iglesia de La Merced
- Lima Main Square
- Guía de turismo acreditado
On arrival
MAIN meeting point in the Historic Center of Lima.
The tour will start outside the Gran Hotel Bolivar (Jiron de la Union 986) at 03:00 pm.
This hotel is located in the Plaza San Martin in the Historic Center of Lima.
how to recognize the tour guide?
You will always recognize us wearing a CELESTIAL VEST with the map of Peru on the back and the name LIMA BY WALKING.
Important:
If you are staying far from the Historic Center of Lima, TAXIS CAN TAKE MORE THAN ONE HOUR to get there. Take your precautions.
Things to note
Remember that this tour is a tip-based service, without ANY government support and that the average tip is $10 (dollars) or s/ 40 (Peruvian soles) PER PERSON.
We thank you in advance for your generous contribution in order to continue providing this service to more travelers.
We are waiting for you.
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.