Things to do in Lima
Lima City Tour21 optionsNazca Lines Tours11 optionsLima Museums Attractions31 optionsMiraflores Tour56 optionsFood Tour Lima43 optionsLima Walking Tour71 optionsDay Trips from Lima16 optionsBarranco Tours37 optionsLima Airport Taxi15 optionsHuaca Pucllana Tours33 optionsBarranco Walking Tour13 optionsMiraflores Walking Tour7 options
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Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip: Ballestas Islands, Pisco Tasting★ 4.88 (9,504) · 16h
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Lima Barranco Food Tour: 14 Peruvian Flavors & Cooking Demos★ 4.97 (2,954) · 4h
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Day Tour from Lima: Paracas, Huacachina & Pisco Vineyard★ 4.91 (6,564) · 18h
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Lima Historic Center Walking Tour: Small Group with Catacombs★ 4.93 (1,807) · 3h 30mUS$ 36View ›
ATV Riding from Lima: Buggy & Sandboarding in Huacachina★ 4.93 (1,664) · 17hUS$ 135View ›
Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours★ 4.98 (1,568) · 2h 30mUS$ 49View ›
ATV Riding in Huacachina: 2-Hour Dune Buggy & Sandboarding★ 4.86 (1,411) · 17hUS$ 59View ›
Paracas & Huacachina Tour: Ballestas Islands Desert Buggy★ 4.92 (1,201) · 17hUS$ 80View ›
Paracas & Ballestas Islands: Pisco Tasting & Huacachina Day Trip★ 4.88 (1,110) · 17hUS$ 71View ›
Lima Street Food & Market Tour: Historic Center with Local Guide★ 4.93 (969) · 4hUS$ 69View ›Top rated (10)
Lima: Sandboarding & 4x4 Dune Ride with Pickup & GearYou’ll feel the ocean breeze in Punta Hermosa before racing over wild dunes by 4x4 with a local guide who knows every bump and curve. Try sandboarding on both small and big slopes (gear included), laugh at your wipeouts, grab fruit and water along the way — and leave with sandy shoes plus photos you’ll actually want to show people.
Lima Street Food Tour: Historic Center Markets & Chinatown BitesYou’ll taste your way through Lima’s historic center on a street food tour led by locals who actually live here — from lucuma juice in crowded markets to siu mae dumplings in Chinatown and classic pan con pejerrey sandwiches on noisy corners. Expect laughter, new flavors, quick lessons in history (and Spanish), plus all your tastings and transport included.
Lima Airport Transfer: Private Car & Meet-and-Greet ServiceYou get picked up at Jorge Chavez Airport with a sign bearing your name, luggage assistance, and a direct ride in a private air-conditioned car to your Lima hotel. The driver tracks your flight in real time, so there's no waiting around if you're delayed. On departure, the same service runs in reverse—hotel pickup, no surprises on price, door-to-door delivery. Book this if you want to skip the taxi negotiation and arrive calm.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Lima with luggage and want to skip the taxi line and price negotiation—the driver waits at arrivals with your name, the vehicle is ready, and the fare is fixed before you get in.
Food tour Lima: Surquillo Market to MirafloresYou walk Surquillo Market tasting exotic fruits and ingredients where Lima's chefs shop, then move through Miraflores sampling ceviche, pisco, and criollo dishes that trace Peru's culinary evolution. Ten-plus tastings, all food and drinks included, with a local guide explaining the history and migration behind each plate. You finish at Parque Kennedy as the city gathers at dusk.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Lima's food culture, not just taste it—the guide explains the history and migration behind each dish, which is what turns a meal into a story. Expect a full morning of walking and tasting; the pace is set so flavors and context both land.
Lima: Gourmet Food Tour with Market, Cebiche Class & RuinsYou’ll start your day sipping organic coffee among Barranco’s murals before tasting fresh fruit at Miraflores’ lively market. Try your hand at making cebiche and Pisco Sours with a chef in San Isidro, then end with gourmet Peruvian dishes and local wine overlooking ancient ruins at Huaca Pucllana. Each stop brings new flavors—and stories—you’ll carry home.
Lima: Peruvian Cooking Class & Pisco Sour with ChefYou’ll slice fresh fish for ceviche in Lima’s kitchen warmth, shake up your own Pisco Sour (limey hands included), taste local fruits you’ve never seen before, and share laughs over Lomo Saltado with a chef who feels more like a friend than an instructor. It’s hands-on, full of stories—and you might just leave smelling like limes.
Lima Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & 24/7 Meet & GreetYou’ll step off your flight in Lima to find your driver waiting at arrivals with your name on a sign—no confusion or searching. Enjoy a private ride in a clean, air-conditioned car straight to your hotel or address. Flight delays? They’re tracked automatically so your pickup is always ready. It’s simple, warm, and surprisingly calming after a long journey.
Lima: Peruvian Cooking Class & Surquillo Market TourYou visit Surquillo Market with a professional chef to buy fresh ingredients, then head to a kitchen studio in Miraflores where you cook a starter and main course under hands-on instruction. The class accommodates beef, chicken, fish, or vegetarian options, includes all meals and transport, and runs about four to five hours from hotel pickup to finish.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn how to cook one real Peruvian dish and understand where the ingredients come from, without spending the day in a classroom or a tourist-heavy cooking school—the market stop is what makes it feel like actual cooking, not a performance.
Lima: Cook Lomo Saltado & Causa Rellena with ChefYou'll spend three hours cooking Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena with a professional chef in a Lima kitchen, learning the history and technique of each dish, tasting what you make, and finishing with local refreshments. The class includes all ingredients, guidance, and a guide who explains the cultural context. Pick your time slot—morning, afternoon, or evening—and arrive at Miraflores ready to work.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn how to cook two iconic Peruvian dishes and understand why they matter to Lima's food culture, without having to find a kitchen or source ingredients yourself—the class handles all of that, and you leave knowing how to make both at home.
Lima Food & Art Tour: Fish market, exotic fruits & Barranco galleriesYou’ll taste fresh seafood in Chorrillos with local fishermen, sample exotic fruits at Paradita Market (lucuma is unforgettable), and wander Barranco’s art-filled streets with your guide. Expect laughter, plenty of color, and moments that stick with you long after you leave Lima.
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Miraflores to Lima Airport: Shared Transfer & WiFiYou're picked up from your Miraflores hotel or apartment and driven to Lima Airport in a modern, air-conditioned van with WiFi and room for your luggage. The driver confirms arrival via WhatsApp, the journey takes around an hour depending on traffic, and your fare is fixed before you book — no negotiating at the curb or worrying about surge pricing.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Miraflores and want to skip arranging a taxi or negotiating a price at the curb — the fixed per-person rate and door-to-door pickup mean you know exactly what you're paying and when the van will arrive.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Door-to-Door Shared TransferYou get picked up at arrivals with your name on a tablet, ride in a modern air-conditioned van with WiFi, and get dropped at your exact hotel or apartment address in Miraflores within an hour. If your flight is delayed or early, you can switch shuttles free of charge. The price is fixed before you land, and you're insured the whole way.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Lima and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a taxi, negotiating a fare, or waiting for a shuttle that drops you blocks away from your hotel—the fixed price and door-to-door service mean you go straight from the airport to your room.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Express Bus with WiFi & No Baggage LimitsYou board at Lima Airport, settle into a reclining seat with free WiFi and USB charging, and ride to your Miraflores hotel with no baggage weight limits or surprise fees. Security cameras and GPS tracking run throughout. The bus departs every 30 minutes, operates 24/7, and the fixed price is set before you board — no negotiation at arrivals.Is it for me?Choose this if you're landing in Lima with luggage and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a private transfer or negotiating with taxis — the fixed price and no-baggage-limits policy remove both the cost surprise and the packing anxiety.
Lima Airport to Miraflores: Express Bus & WiFiYou board a full-size luxury coach equipped with AC, free WiFi, USB charging, and TV. Your luggage — however much you have — goes into unlimited storage with no weight fees. The bus takes you directly from Lima Airport to Miraflores, the safest and most hotel-rich district, with GPS security and on-board cameras tracking the entire route. No baggage negotiations, no surprises at the hotel desk.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Lima with luggage and want to reach Miraflores without arranging a private transfer or haggling over baggage fees — the fixed route and included amenities mean you move straight from the airport to your hotel district without surprises.
Lima Bike Rental Half-Day & Self-Guided Route MapPedal your way through Lima’s colorful neighborhoods with a half-day bike rental—map, helmet, and lock included. You’ll discover local street art in Barranco, catch sea breezes along the Malecón, and get real tips from friendly staff—moments you’ll remember long after you return your bike.
Lima Cathedral Museum: Entry Ticket & Guided Tour AccessYou’ll step into Lima Cathedral Museum where cool air carries centuries of stories—from gilded chapels to silent crypts beneath your feet. With your entry ticket and guided tour included, you’ll notice details most miss and hear local voices share what this place means today. Expect a mix of awe and quiet moments that linger long after you leave.
Yoga Classes in Miraflores Lima: Ashtanga & Vinyasa FlowYou spend 60 minutes moving through connected breath and posture work designed to swap worry for intention. The class includes a mat, works for any fitness level, and the studio is wheelchair accessible with nearby public transit. You leave with the kind of calm that actually carries into the rest of your day.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Miraflores and want to reset your nervous system without arranging your own practice space or equipment — the studio handles the setup so you can walk in and focus on the hour itself.
Lima Airport Transfer: Private Car & Flight TrackingYou get picked up at arrivals with your name on a sign, driven in a new air-conditioned car with a professional driver who tracked your flight and waited if you were delayed. Child seats are available, WiFi is included, and the price is fixed—no tolls, no surprises. The driver can take you to your hotel, a cruise port, or anywhere else in Lima you need to go.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing at Jorge Chávez and want to skip the taxi negotiation, currency confusion, and uncertainty about when someone will show up—the driver knows your flight before you land and the price doesn't change.
Lima: Historic Center & Catacombs Tour with PickupYou walk through four of Lima's most important colonial squares and churches with a local guide who knows the history and the stories behind the architecture. The tour includes entry to the San Francisco Catacombs, an underground cemetery that's unlike anything else in the city. If you choose the pickup option, hotel transport and snacks are covered, so you show up and walk—the rest is arranged.Is it for me?Best for first-time visitors to Lima who want to understand the city's colonial history without arranging transport or worrying about timing—the small-group format and local guide mean you move at a pace that lets the architecture and stories actually land.
Lima: Half-Day City Tour with Miraflores & Catacombs PickupYou’ll jump straight into Lima’s rhythm—watching waves from Parque del Amor in Miraflores, glimpsing ancient Huaca Pucllana among city blocks, wandering colonial streets with a local guide who knows every shortcut. You’ll feel history under your feet in the catacombs beneath San Francisco Convent—and maybe leave with more questions than answers.
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Lima City Tour: Miraflores, Barranco & Larco MuseumA full-day guided tour of Lima for cruise passengers starting and ending at the Port of Callao, covering Miraflores' coastal landmarks, Barranco's artistic streets, and the Larco Museum's pre-Columbian and erotic art collections. The guide speaks English or Spanish, pickup is included, and the itinerary leaves a lunch break free in Barranco. Not suitable for travelers with cardiovascular concerns or limited mobility.Is it for me?Book this if your ship docks for a full day—the tour departs and returns on a fixed schedule that syncs with typical cruise timings, so you're not coordinating your own logistics.
Miraflores Food Tasting & Chocolate Workshop: Six Stops in LimaA food tasting activity in Miraflores, Lima where you visit six restaurants and market stalls, taste over 15 Peruvian dishes, and make chocolate at ChocoMuseo during a hands-on workshop. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with a professional guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese. The experience runs three to four hours and welcomes children from age one.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Peruvian food while walking through Miraflores and making chocolate at the museum workshop, rather than sitting through a presentation or tasting from a single restaurant.
Lima: Huaca Pucllana & Larco Museum Private TourYou'll see a pre-Inca pyramid in the middle of Lima, walk through its on-site museum, then spend time in the Larco Museum's collection of 45,000 pre-Columbian pieces—ceramics, textiles, gold and more. A private guide explains the history and context; your hotel pickup and both entry tickets are included. The whole day is arranged, so you show up and the rest is handled.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want Lima's archaeology and art in one day without arranging transport or tickets—the private guide and included entries mean you move at your own pace and skip the logistics.
Miraflores Walking Tour & Lima Food Experience: Pisco tasting includedA six- to seven-hour guided walking and food tour of Lima that starts in Miraflores with Pacific Ocean views and the Malecón, then moves through the Central Market and Chinatown using public transport to taste seasonal fruits, ceviche, anticuchos, Chaufa rice, Siu Mai, churros and Pisco. The guide speaks English or Spanish and children are welcome from age six. Extra meals and drinks are available at checkout.Is it for me?This is a shared group tour led by a guide, so you follow the itinerary and pace rather than setting your own. It suits travelers who want to see both Miraflores and central Lima's food culture in one day without arranging transport or finding restaurants themselves—the guide handles the stops and the stories. If you prefer a private guide or want to linger longer at any one market stall, ask about customizing the experience at checkout.
Marcahuasi hike from Lima: Stone formations and Andean cultureThis guided hike explores Marcahuasi, a high-altitude plateau in the Andes east of Lima, combining a four-hour trek through stone formations, ancient chullpas and geological landmarks with stops in two traditional mountain villages. The day includes organic avocado tasting in Santa Eulalia, fresh local fruits from San Pedro de Casta farmers, round-trip hotel transport from Lima, and entrance to the plateau. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or other languages and shares the history, geology and cultural traditions of the region throughout the hike.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a guided hike with cultural stops included in one itinerary, rather than booking transport and village visits separately.
