There's a lot visitors like about Lima, especially its restaurants and historical sites. Simply book a local tour to enjoy your stay a little more. Why not spend time at Leyendas Park and Huachipa Zoo?While you're here, stop by Plaza San Martin and National Stadium.
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Top neighborhoods in Lima
Miraflores
Miraflores delivers dramatic coastal views along its six-mile Malecón promenade where Pacific waves crash against rugged cliffs. Parque Kennedy buzzes with street performers, resident cats, and casual eateries perfect for people-watching. The ancient Huaca Pucllana ruins stand impressively amid modern high-rises, while Larcomar shopping center offers retail therapy carved right into the coastal bluffs. Dining options range from world-class cevicherías to cozy cafés, with most restaurants staying open until midnight. Luxury hotels and boutique properties dominate accommodations, many featuring ocean views and rooftop pools. Getting around is a breeze with wide sidewalks, efficient Metropolitano bus service, and plentiful taxis connecting you to Lima's best experiences.
Barranco
Bohemian and romantic, this district is home to artists and musicians. Explore the Bajada de los Baños walkway, visit the Pedro de Osma museum, or surf at the popular beaches.
Lima Historic Center
Lima Historic Center mesmerizes with UNESCO World Heritage treasures at every turn. The Plaza Mayor dazzles as the beating heart, surrounded by the breathtaking Cathedral of Lima and ornate colonial buildings from the 16th century. San Francisco Monastery invites you to explore golden altars above and mysterious catacombs below, while pastel mansions with intricate wooden balconies line cobblestone streets. Traditional criollo restaurants serve up mouthwatering ceviche and pisco sours between sightseeing adventures. Boutique hotels in restored colonial mansions offer period charm with interior courtyards. The Metropolitano bus system connects easily to other Lima districts, though the historic core itself is best discovered on foot.
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San Isidro
Major financial quarter with a vibrant artistic community, San Isidro offers a mix of modern and ancient attractions. Explore the 4th-century Wak'a Wallamarka temple and marvel at the Hotel Westin Libertador, while navigating Lima's key avenues.
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Leuro
Leuro gives you an authentic slice of everyday Lima life, far from the tourist shuffle. Stroll tree-lined streets where local families go about their day and small markets buzz with neighborhood energy. The area offers a peaceful base to recharge between your Lima adventures with its residential charm and community vibe. Budget-friendly guesthouses and family-run hostels make Leuro ideal for value-conscious travelers. Small restaurants serve delicious home-style Peruvian food at local prices. While public transit is limited, taxis can easily connect you to Lima's major attractions whenever you're ready to explore.
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Larcomar Shopping Center
9.2/10 (3,113 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Larcomar Shopping Center in Miraflores. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is artsy and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Larco Avenue, Paso 28 de Julio, and Calle José Gálvez.
Plaza de Armas de Lima
9.2/10 (3,121 reviews)
Plaza de Armas de Lima is worth passing through for a few pics when in Lima Historic Center. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the churches, art galleries, and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Miraflores Central Park
9.2/10 (2,214 reviews)
Miraflores Central Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Miraflores. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is artsy and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
John F. Kennedy Park
9.2/10 (2,267 reviews)
John F. Kennedy Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Miraflores. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is artsy and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Costa Verde
9.2/10 (1,226 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Costa Verde located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Lima. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Costa Verde Beach, Waikiki Beach, and Makaha Beach.
Waikiki Beach
8.6/10 (740 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Waikiki Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from central Lima. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Makaha Beach and La Pampilla Beach, both within a short walk.
Plaza Norte Peru
8.6/10 (1,191 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Plaza Norte Peru in Independencia. Our travelers also like the art galleries in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at MegaPlaza Shopping Center.
Plaza San Miguel Mall
8.8/10 (581 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Plaza San Miguel Mall in San Miguel. Our travelers also like the art galleries in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Lima and related destinations
Beneath a perpetual coastal fog, Lima's culinary scene has become South America's most exciting food destination. The historic center reveals Spanish colonial splendor at Plaza de Armas, where the Government Palace hosts a daily changing of the guard that's theatrical without trying. Larco Herrera Museum houses pre-Columbian treasures in a mansion surrounded by gardens. Miraflores district offers paragliding launches from clifftops above the Pacific, while Barranco's bohemian streets hide art galleries and pisco bars in colorful colonial buildings. Don't miss the water and light show at Parque de la Reserva, where fountains perform to music each evening. The catacombs beneath San Francisco Church provide a macabre but fascinating glimpse into the city's past.
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