Pachacamac Pyramids & Lima City Tour with Magic Water Show

Three archaeological and cultural stops in one day without arranging the route

A full-day guided tour of Lima combines the Sanctuary of Pachacamac (an archaeological site with Inca temples and pyramids dating to 200 AD) with the Historic Center's Plaza Mayor, Plaza San Martín, and the Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery, finishing at the Magic Water Circuit's illuminated fountains. A local guide leads all three stops. Entry tickets, bottled water and air-conditioned transport are included. Lunch is separate, at a local restaurant of your choice.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Historic Centre of Lima3h · entry included
2. Magic Water Circuit1h · entry included

Visit Pachacamac, Lima, and Magic Water Show

• Visit Sanctuary of Pachacamac
• Explore Temple of the Sun and Moon
• Enjoy Peruvian lunch at local restaurant
• Stroll Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martín
• Visit Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery
• Watch Magic Water Circuit fountain show

The experience

The day starts at Pachacamac, where your guide walks you through the Temple of the Sun, Temple of the Moon and other sacred structures built across more than a thousand years. The site sits about 40 kilometers south of Lima's center, so the drive itself gives you a sense of the city's scale before you step into the ruins. Your guide explains the layers of Inca construction and the religious purpose each temple held, turning the stone arrangement into a readable history.

After Pachacamac, you'll have time for lunch at a local restaurant. This is where you choose what to eat and cover the cost yourself. The afternoon moves into Lima's Historic Center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the city's colonial architecture clusters around Plaza Mayor and Plaza San Martín. The Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery sit beneath the streets. Your guide takes you down to the underground burial chambers, a quieter counterpoint to the plazas above. The center's narrow streets and restored facades show Lima as a colonial capital before you move to the evening's final stop.

The Magic Water Circuit in Parque de la Reserva closes out the day with fountains choreographed to music and light. The show runs in the evening, so you'll see the full effect of the illumination. Entry is included, and the spectacle gives the day a clear endpoint. You're not navigating back to your hotel on your own after dark.

What’s included

• Entry to Pachacamac, the Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery and the Magic Water Circuit.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport.
• a local guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDeparts at 11:00

AgesAdult (12 to 75 years) · Under 12: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Peruvian Worldview Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Lima's main archaeological and cultural sites in a single day without building the route yourself. The fixed itinerary and included transport mean you move between Pachacamac, the Historic Center and the Magic Water Circuit without negotiating taxis or entry queues. The guide handles timing and access, so the day stays on track.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

What exactly is the Sanctuary of Pachacamac and how old are the temples there?

Pachacamac is an archaeological site featuring Inca temples and pyramids built between 200 AD and 1532. The Temple of the Sun and Temple of the Moon are the main structures your guide will show you, each built in different periods and revealing how the site was used across centuries.

Do I need to bring cash for lunch, or is it included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included in the tour price. You'll stop at a popular local restaurant in the afternoon and pay separately for your meal, so bring cash or a credit card to cover it.

What are the Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery and why are they part of this tour?

The Catacombs of San Francisco Monastery are underground burial chambers beneath the Historic Center. Your guide takes you below street level to explore them as part of the afternoon in Lima's colonial core, offering a contrast to the plazas and colonial architecture above ground.

How long does the Magic Water Circuit show last and when does it happen?

The Magic Water Circuit features illuminated fountains choreographed to music and light. The show runs in the evening, which is when you'll visit as the final stop of your day, so you see the full effect of the lighting.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not very fit, or if I have mobility concerns?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You'll be walking through archaeological sites, plazas and the monastery catacombs, but the pace is guided and the sites are accessible to most visitors.

What's included in the tour price and what do I need to pay for separately?

Entry tickets to Pachacamac, the Catacombs, and the Magic Water Circuit are included. So are bottled water, air-conditioned transport and your local guide. Lunch at a local restaurant is separate and at your own cost.