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.
Basilica Cathedral of Lima
This immense colonial basilica was designed by Francisco Pizarro, the infamous Spanish conquistador that founded the city of Lima.
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.
Activities
Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Paracas and Huacachina Sunset Picnic Tour
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Lima: Miraflores Nightlife Tour with Bar Crawl & Free Shots
Our pick of the best Lima Historic Center Hotel Deals
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
Downstairs, the hotel looks amazing but the rooms are very dated. No aircon,just a fan ,no fridge and no water provided
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Diamond Lima
Excellent hotel loce it
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Good clean we will stay again
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Estelar Miraflores
Old, bad air conditioning
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Room was spotless, staff is very friendly and bilingual. We enjoyed iur stay here very much. Thank you to the staff for welcoming us.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Amazing service from the moment we walked through the door. Check in was easy and they upgraded our room. The room was clean and beautiful with tons of amenities. The breakfast offered a huge selection of entrees. The location was perfect as we needed to catch an early morning flight to Cusco. The ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Lima Historic Center
Cercado de Lima
Unique features of Cercado de Lima include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza San Martin or Jiron de La Union while you're exploring the area.
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
San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lima Golf Club and Costa Verde Beach while in the area.
