Lima Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lima Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Armas de Lima
While the hours away in Lima’s lovely old town square, which is home to the Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace and an iconic statue of the city’s Spanish founder.
Plaza San Martin
This grand historic square, rich in green space and lined with elegant buildings, is centred on a fine statue of the liberator of Peru on horseback.
Jiron de La Union
Wander down one of the city’s most historic boulevards to get a sense of the local culture and see the churches and plazas that surround it.
Church and Convent of San Francisco
In the historic heart of Lima, you will find this elegant monastery complex, which is also home to a convent, two churches and a library.
Government Palace
The official residence of the Peruvian president is housed within this impressive colonial building, which is also a functioning meeting place for government.
Torre Tagle Palace
You can learn about the history of Lima with a trip to Torre Tagle Palace. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Activities
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Paracas and Huacachina Sunset Picnic Tour
Lima Evening Tour: Magic Water Circuit & Fountain Show
Lima: #1 Rated Cooking Class with Best Dishes & Pisco Sour
City Tour Lima / Santo Domingo
Our pick of the best Lima Historic Center Hotel Deals
Hotel Diamond Lima
The room was very clean and nice, the staff just out of this world, specially Ms Alessandra and Ms Fiorella at the desk,both of them are reaaly proffessional and they know a lot of information on the area where the hotel is, every thing, where are the pharmacies, the optical shops, groceries, markets, ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
Yes it was very good
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Good
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Excellent over and above exceptation. Staff very friendly and helpful great location!!
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
The staff was excellent all the time, especially Bruno who help us in the breakfast, so kind, respectful and professional host. Thank you so much!!!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City
The room was nice. Really annoying that the pool closes at 5pm. Breakfast could have had more variety
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Lima Historic Center
La Victoria
Get to know La Victoria and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Gamarra Moda Plaza and Javier Prado Convention Center, and you can jump on the metro at Nicolas Arriola Station or Gamarra Station to get around the city.
Jesus Maria
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Jesus Maria. You might want to make time for a stop at Real Plaza Salaverry or Peruvian Japanese Cultural Center.
Lince
Travellers enjoy Lince for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Risso Commercial Center while you're in the area.
Pueblo Libre
Pueblo Libre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Larco Herrera Museum and National Museum of the Archaeology Anthropology and History of Peru.
San Isidro Centro Financiero
San Isidro Centro Financiero is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and Avenue Los Conquistadores while in the area.
San Isidro
San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and Lima Golf Club while in the area.
