Lima: Culture, Flavors, and Hidden Gems Await You
Step into the rhythm of local life on this immersive Lima Discovery! Wander through historic streets adorned with stunning colonial balconies and explore the fascinating San Francisco Convent and its mysterious Catacombs. Dive into the vibrant energy of a bustling local market, where a kaleidoscope of fresh fruits and vegetables showcases Peru's incredible biodiversity. This tour isn’t just a glimpse of Lima—it’s your doorway to the heart of Peruvian culture and everyday life.
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What's included in Lima: Culture, Flavors, and Hidden Gems Await You
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
This fun and dynamic tour of Lima is more than a history lesson, it connects you with the heart and soul of this fascinating Peruvian city, from the people that really know what it's like to live there – the locals. Ditch the history books, this Lima walking tour will give you everything you need to know! You'll meet your local guide at the main gate of the Virgen Milagrosa Church in Mitraflores, and start the tour by taking the local bus to dowtown, just as locals do. On the way, you'll learn a few words of Spanish, something that will come in handy for the rest of your Lima travel experience! Here you'll also get some insider info on the colonial times in Perú, before heading out on your adventure through the City of Kings. Our walk continue along part of the Jirón de la Union, a pedestrian avenue linking Plaza San Martin to Plaza de Armas. Along the way, your local guide will be pointing out the sights along this street, from the hidden gems to the Lima's classic must-sees.
Mercado Central
Next on this Lima city tour, you'll go to the colourfull the Central Market. With your local guide, you'll navigate your way through the various stalls, checking out the fresh produce and learning about the eating habits of the locals. From jungle, to coast, to 'altiplano', or high plains, Peru has a rich and diverse food culture, and you'll find examples of dishes from all over the country at the market, and learn about them from a local. Thought Peru didn't have much of a food scene? You can think again!
Basílica y Convento de San Francisco de Lima As you move ahead on this historical Lima tour you will visit the breath-taking Monasterio San Francisco, home to huge underground catacombs and a building so rich in history that it was named a UNESCO World Heritage site back in 1991. As you take in the views of the building and this square, your local guide will be filling you with knowledge about everything you see.
Inclusions
- Try the best Pisco Sour in town, the only way to kick back in Peru!
- Polish up your Spanish and learn some local phrases
- Enjoy the hidden gems and Lima's classic must-sees
- Visit the breathtaking Monasterio San Francisco (Entrance Fee Included)
- Wander through colorful Central Market filled with fresh produce from all over Peru
- Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
- Check why traveling with the public bus (ticket included) save time
- Learn about the rich history of the fascinating city of Lima
- Join a Friendly English speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Gratuities
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
- Your guide can help you organise a taxi back to your hotel.
- Here in Lima, a city of more than 10 million inhabitants, traffic becomes a big problem. But on this tour, you'll be riding public transportation that runs on natural gas and has a dedicated lane. This saves a lot of time while helping the environment in a city with as much pollution as Lima.
- You will visit the local Central Market where you can try the best seasonal fruits in the area, right from local producers.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Main gate of the Cathedral of Lima in Plaza de Armas – dowtown. address: Jirón Carabaya) s/n Centro de Lima
End Points
- Plaza de Armas or Main Square of Lima
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Latin Americans can be very conscious of appearance so try to be casual but conservative in your dress. Outside of beach areas halter tops and very short shorts should not be worn. When visiting churches or religious sites shoulders and knees should be covered. Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: * Here in Lima, a city of more than 10 million inhabitants, traffic becomes a big problem. But on this tour, you'll be riding public transportation that runs on natural gas and has a dedicated lane. This saves a lot of time while helping the environment in a city with as much pollution as Lima. * You will visit the local Central Market where you can try the best seasonal fruits in the area, right from local producers. * You finish the tour with a pisco sour, Peru's national drink, at a local bar that has the reputation of preparing one of the best pisco sours in the city. The bar is eco-friendly and they don't sell plastic bottles or use straws. How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review
