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Colonial & Modern Lima City Tour + Lunch

Miraflores, Love Park, panoramic Huaca Pucllana view, Historic Center of Lima, Main Square, San Francisco Catacombs, and lunch at Mangos, Larco Museum, or Casa Tambo

5 Hours (Half Day)
Miraflores, San Isidro & Historic Downtown Lima, Peru
Morning shift: 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
From $70.00 / adult

Overview

Experience a complete and refined journey through Peru’s capital with our Colonial & Modern Lima City Tour + Lunch in shared group or exclusive private service. This 5-hour itinerary blends Lima’s three historic eras (Pre-Hispanic, Colonial, and Modern) with an unforgettable dining experience at your chosen premier restaurant.

Your certified professional guide meets you for pickup at your hotel in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. We begin in modern Miraflores, visiting Love Park (Parque del Amor) with its iconic sculpture «El Beso» overlooking the Pacific, followed by a panoramic drive past the 4th-century sacred adobe pyramid of Huaca Pucllana.

Continue into UNESCO-listed Historic Downtown Lima, observing landmarks along Paseo de la República, Roosevelt House, and grand Plaza San Martín. Walk across Plaza Mayor to admire the Government Palace, Municipal Palace, Archbishop Palace, and Lima Cathedral, followed by a guided tour inside San Francisco Convent and its underground Catacombs.

Following the cultural tour, transfer to your selected restaurant for a gourmet Peruvian lunch:

  • Option A) Mangos Restaurant (Miraflores): Oceanfront dining atop coastal cliffs in Larcomar (Group $70 / Private $150).
  • Option B) Larco Museum Café-Restaurant (Pueblo Libre): Enchanting garden terrace dining set within the 18th-century viceregal estate (Group $94 / Private $180).
  • Option C) Casa Tambo Restaurant Museum (Downtown): 18th-century historic colonial mansion dining featuring fine art by Víctor Delfín (Group $105 / Private $195).

Following lunch, enjoy comfortable transfer back to your accommodation.

Tour Highlights

Round-trip tourist transportation from hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro, and Barranco
Guided visit to Love Park (Parque del Amor) in Miraflores with Pacific Ocean vistas
Panoramic drive-by view of the 4th-century pre-Inca Huaca Pucllana pyramid
Sightseeing along Paseo de la República, Roosevelt House, and historic Plaza San Martín
Guided walk across Plaza Mayor: Government Palace, Cathedral, and Municipal Palace
Official tickets and guided tour inside San Francisco Convent & Underground Catacombs
Full gourmet lunch at your choice of restaurant: Mangos, Larco Museum, or Casa Tambo
Pricing by restaurant: Mangos ($70/$150), Larco Museum ($94/$180), Casa Tambo ($105/$195)

Step-by-Step Itinerary

1
09:00 AM

Hotel Pickup & Miraflores Highlights (Love Park & Huaca Pucllana)

Your certified professional guide meets you for pickup at your hotel in Miraflores, San Isidro, or Barranco. We explore Lima across its three historic epochs: Pre-Hispanic, Colonial, and Modern. Starting in Miraflores, visit Love Park with its iconic sculpture «El Beso» overlooking the ocean, followed by a panoramic drive past the 4th-century sacred adobe pyramid Huaca Pucllana.

2
10:00 AM

Drive through Paseo de la República & Plaza San Martín

Journey into Historic Downtown Lima, viewing prominent monuments such as Paseo de la República, Roosevelt House, and grand Plaza San Martín with its classical marble statue and elegant surrounding arcades.

3
10:45 AM

Guided Walk on Plaza Mayor (Main Square)

Stroll across the monumental Plaza Mayor to admire the Government Palace, Municipal Palace, Archbishop Palace, and the Cathedral of Lima while your guide shares fascinating colonial lore.

4
11:30 AM

Guided Exploration of San Francisco Convent & Catacombs

Tour the monumental San Francisco Basilica and Convent, South America’s finest colonial religious complex, descending into the famous underground stone crypts and ossuary vaults of the Catacombs.

5
12:45 PM

Lunch at Selected Restaurant & Hotel Drop-off

Transfer to the restaurant selected by the passenger: Option A) Mangos Restaurant in Miraflores; Option B) Larco Museum Café-Restaurant in Pueblo Libre; or Option C) Casa Tambo Restaurant Museum in downtown Lima. Following a delicious lunch, return transfer to your accommodation. 02:00 PM. End of services.

What's Included

Our Program Includes

  • Tourist transportation in shared group service (or private service according to booking)
  • Pickup and drop-off at hotels located in Miraflores, San Isidro, and Barranco
  • Guided walking tour through Historic Downtown Lima
  • Guided tour through San Francisco Convent and underground Catacombs
  • Official entrance admission tickets included
  • Full lunch at selected restaurant (Mangos, Larco Museum Café, or Casa Tambo)
  • Professional licensed guide (English or Spanish)
  • Dedicated travel assistance throughout the tour

Not Included

  • Meals not mentioned in the program
  • Early check-in, late check-out, unmentioned services or drinks, hotel extras, and personal expenses
  • Gratuities for tour guides, drivers, and waitstaff
  • International flight tickets
  • Domestic flight tickets

Packing Guide & Recommendations

Comfortable Shoes
Comfortable Shoes
Walking shoes for cobbled historic center streets and stone steps in the Catacombs
Camera or Smartphone
Camera or Smartphone
Fully charged camera for panoramic coastal views, Plaza Mayor, and dining moments
Official ID / Passport
Official ID / Passport
Original passport or official ID required for entrance verification
Light Jacket or Layer
Light Jacket or Layer
Light layer for coastal ocean breeze in Miraflores and cool underground crypts
Cash in Soles
Cash in Soles
Small local currency for snacks, specialty beverages, or souvenirs in the historic center

Watch Tour Experience

Watch this video showcasing the viceregal architecture, historic plazas, and coastal panoramas of colonial and modern Lima.

Pricing & Terms

Prices per person expressed in US Dollars (USD). Includes all local sales taxes, entrance fees, and door-to-door private transport.

Restaurant / Culinary Option Group Rate Private Rate
Mangos Restaurant (Miraflores) 25 years of excellence combining stunning Pacific Ocean views in Larcomar and a diverse menu of Peruvian cuisine and signature cocktails.
$70 per person
$150 per person (min. 2)
Larco Museum Café-Restaurant (Pueblo Libre) Set on the terrace of vibrant colonial gardens with views of the 18th-century viceregal mansion, offering refined Peruvian regional cuisine.
$94 per person
$180 per person (min. 2)
Casa Tambo Restaurant Museum (Historic Center) Historic late 18th-century heritage mansion completed in 1845, an acclaimed restaurant museum showcasing works by sculptor Víctor Delfín.
$105 per person
$195 per person (min. 2)

Important Notes & Policies

  • Rates in US Dollars (USD) per person.
  • Pricing by restaurant: Mangos ($70 group / $150 private), Larco Museum ($94 group / $180 private), Casa Tambo ($105 group / $195 private).
  • Minimum 2 passengers required to operate service.
  • Subject to space availability.
  • Credit/debit card payments carry a 5% processing surcharge.
  • Rates valid from January through December 2026.
  • Rates not valid during High Season dates: Easter (Semana Santa), Inti Raymi, Peruvian Independence (Fiestas Patrias), New Year, and Major International Events.
  • January 18 is Lima’s Foundation Anniversary; central avenues experience increased crowds and occasional street closures or traffic diversions.
  • Holy Week (Easter) and December 25: downtown routes may experience traffic diversions due to festive public gatherings near Plaza de Armas.
  • On occasions of public demonstrations, unexpected street closures may occur in downtown Lima; routes are adapted by our operations team.
  • The City Tour fully includes official admission tickets to San Francisco Convent and Catacombs.
  • Return transport from the restaurant to your hotel may be provided by a dedicated transfer vehicle separate from the main tour vehicle.
  • Guiding in other languages available upon request for private service.
  • Minors - Infants: Children under 4 years old travel free sharing seats/services with parents. If a dedicated seat is required, regular rate applies.
  • Minors - Children (5 to 8 years old): pay standard minor rate corresponding to the chosen restaurant.
From
$70.00 / adult
Kids (5-8): $70.00
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