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.
Basilica Cathedral of Lima
This immense colonial basilica was designed by Francisco Pizarro, the infamous Spanish conquistador that founded the city of Lima.
Activities
Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Paracas, Huacachina and Sunset Tour at the Oasis
Lima: Powered Paragliding Flight Over Costa Verde
Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour
Our pick of the best Lima Historic Center Hotel Deals
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
The hotel needs a solid refresh an investment if is is to remain a place where tourists and professionals will choose to stay while in Lima. Not good value for the money. The location is great of course, in the middle of historic Lima, besides that, the wi-fi is not stable/reliable, neither is the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Diamond Lima
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Average ish
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Breakfast menu was excellent! Love the fresh juice in the morning! The staff was very nice and friendly. The only negative is that I wish there were more light in the rooms. I would recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Ideal location for early flight Rooms were clean and comfortable Pool sauna and jacuzzi were lovely Restaurant offered Peruvian food
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
But far from the airport but there’s a bus. Very good condition and high standard of service
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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.
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 Lima Golf Club and Costa Verde Beach while in the area.
