Lima: Historic Center Walking Tour with Guide
ID: GYG1160043-1777688
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore Plaza San Martín, Jirón de la Unión and Lima’s Main Square with a local guide. Discover the Government Palace, Cathedral, House of Literature and San Francisco Church.
Begin your tour at the iconic Gran Hotel Bolívar in Plaza San Martín. Explore elegant French-influenced architecture, vibrant pedestrian streets, and historic landmarks as your guide brings Lima’s past and present to life.
Walk along Jirón de la Unión and learn about its neoclassical buildings, including La Merced Church and other cultural highlights. Continue to the Main Square to see the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and City Hall, followed by a stop to observe the traditional Changing of the Guard.
Visit the House of Peruvian Literature and enjoy views of San Cristóbal Hill from the Park of La Muralla. End your tour near the San Francisco Church, known for its baroque façade and famous catacombs.
An optional pre-meeting is available at 10:00 AM in Miraflores before heading to the Historic Center.
Highlights
- Marvel with the architecture of Gran Hotel Bolivar and Plaza San Martín
- Walk Jirón de la Unión and discover its architecture and stories
- See the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and City Hall
- Visit the House of Peruvian Literature and the Park of La Muralla
- End your tour near the San Francisco Church and its catacombs
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Optional pre-meeting available at 10:00 AM in Miraflores for travelers staying in that district.
The official tour begins at 11:00 AM at Gran Hotel Bolívar (Plaza San Martín).
The official starting point is outside Gran Hotel Bolívar (Plaza San Martín) at 11:00 AM.
An optional pre-meeting is available at 10:00 AM in Av. Jose Pardo 110, Miraflores (saga Falabella) for travelers staying in that district. then heading to Lima Centre by Public bus
Look for the Guide are wearing a Blue Jacket/ 'Lima by Walking' sign at the back
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour of Lima’s Historic Center
- Local professional guide
- History and cultural explanations at each stop
- Visit to Plaza San Martín, Jirón de la Unión and Main Square
- Viewpoints and photo stops at key landmarks
- Views of San Cristóbal Hill from the Park of La Muralla
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the Historic Center
- Meals and drinks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
