Lima Classic: Local Market, Cordano Tavern and Cathedral
ID: GYG393748-714841
Category:
Country: Peru
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
A tour taking you to a traditional Peruvian market and the historical site of the city of Lima. You will encounter buildings from the pre-colonial era all the way through to today.
We will pick you up from your hotel this morning to transfer you to the wholesale fruit market, that houses the most priced treasures of the coast, highlands, and jungle. You can enjoy delicious and refreshing fruit juices before you are transferred to Limas Historic Downtown, a World Heritage Site listed by UNESCO.
You will visit the Main Square, the Presidential Palace, and other monumental buildings in the surroundings that are still being used. You will visit the Lima Cathedral, Peru's main church built between 1542 and 162.
You will then visit the Cordano tavern, where you will taste the famous pan con jamón del país (Peruvian ham sandwich), and you will then go to the Aliaga House, an ancient viceregal construction delivered by Francisco Pizarro to one of his captains (Jerónimo de Aliaga) when he founded the city. The construction of this house started in 1535.
You will be transferred to a local restaurant where you can enjoy a "piqueo" of a variety of Peruvian dishes.
Highlights
- Local market showcases a wide variety of produce & goods
- Visit the traditional Cordano tavern located next to the Government Palace very close to the Main Square
- Here you can taste a typical snack, and you will know the history of this place, visited by politicians and famous figures of Peruvian culture
- Stroll through the beautiful historic center of Lima, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO
- Enjoy Casa Aliaga and learn about its history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Pick up is available from hotels located in Miraflores, San Isidro, and Historic Centre of Lima.
• This activity does not include the pick up from private residences (Airbnb). If passengers stay in them, please contact us to coordinate a meeting point for the pick-up.
• Rates do not apply for Peruvians or foreign passengers whose stay exceeded 60 days in Peru because sales taxes are not included in the above total and, if applicable, will be collected by the local operator.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof of full vaccination
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
• Pick up from hotels located in Miraflores, San Isidro, and Historic Centre of Lima.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
