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Lima: Historical Center & San Francisco Catacombs Tour★ 4.94 (243) · 2h
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Lima: Historic Center & Catacombs Tour with Pickup★ 4.93 (187) · 3h–4h
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Lima: Huaca Pucllana & San Francisco Catacombs Tour★ 5.00 (38) · 5h
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Lima: Historic Center, Catacombs & Miraflores Day TourYou’ll wander seaside gardens in Miraflores, stroll beneath ancient olive trees in San Isidro, taste Pisco downtown and explore Lima’s famous catacombs with a local guide by your side. Expect real stories, lively streets and quiet corners you might miss alone — plus all tickets and transport are sorted so you can just take it all in.
Lima: Historic Center & San Francisco Catacombs Walking TourYou walk through three major plazas in Lima's Historic Center—San Martín Square, the Plaza de Armas, and their surrounding colonial landmarks—then descend into the San Francisco Convent's catacombs to see the burial chambers and learn about Peru's colonial era. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a knowledgeable guide are included; the whole experience takes four to five hours in a small group.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Lima's UNESCO-listed Historic Center without arranging your own transport or buying separate museum tickets—the guide and small-group format mean you'll understand what you're looking at instead of just walking past it.
Lima: Historic Center & San Francisco Catacombs Walking TourYou walk Lima's UNESCO Historic Center with a knowledgeable guide, moving from San Martín Square through Plaza de Armas to see the Presidential Palace, Cathedral, and City Hall; then descend into the San Francisco Museum's underground catacombs to learn the colonial stories beneath the streets. Hotel pickup and museum entry are included, and the whole day takes 4 to 5 hours in a small group.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Lima's colonial history in one morning without arranging your own transport or museum tickets — the guide handles the narrative and the logistics, leaving you free to absorb what you're seeing.
Lima: Plaza Mayor, Huaca Pucllana & Catacombs TourYou visit five major landmarks across Lima's colonial and pre-Inca history—Huaca Pucllana's adobe pyramids, Plaza Mayor's colonial core, the Cathedral, the San Francisco catacombs, and Parque del Olivar's ancient olive trees. Hotel pickup, an expert guide, and air-conditioned transport are included; the optional Pisco Sour class lets you learn to make Peru's signature cocktail if you want to. The tour returns you to your hotel at the end.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see Lima's main historical sites—from pre-Inca ruins to colonial architecture and underground catacombs—without arranging their own transport or buying tickets separately. The fixed itinerary and included guide mean you move through the city's layers in order rather than figuring out where to go next.
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Lima Highlights Full Day Tour: Pachacamac, Barranco & MirafloresA full-day private tour of Lima covers the Pachacamac Sanctuary's temples and museum, the colonial heart with San Francisco's catacombs, the bohemian streets of Barranco, Miraflores' clifftop parks and landmarks, and closes at the Magic Water Circuit's illuminated fountains. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese; private transport and all entry tickets are included. The day runs ten hours and ends with the evening light show.Is it for me?Ten hours is a full day, which means you start early and finish after dark at the fountain show—plan the rest of your schedule around those bookends. If you want to see the major sites without managing five separate tickets and transport between them, the private vehicle and included guide handle both.
Lima Catacombs, Pisco Sour & Magic Water Circuit TourYou’ll walk through Lima’s lively historic center with a local guide, explore mysterious catacombs beneath San Francisco Church, try an authentic Pisco Sour near Plaza de Armas, and end your evening at the world-famous Magic Water Circuit show—all in one unforgettable tour.
Private Lima Tour: Historic Downtown, Miraflores & CatacombsA private guided tour of Lima covering the Historic Centre, Miraflores, San Isidro and the Church and Convent of Saint Francis, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour lasts eight hours and includes entry to the Larco Museum and the catacombs of San Francisco; you pick your group size (one to seven passengers) and can add or skip museum tickets at checkout. A professional local guide leads the route, and you get two hours of free time to walk on your own once the guided portion wraps.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a private vehicle that stops only where you decide—ideal when you're traveling as a group and want to control the itinerary across Miraflores, San Isidro, and Centro Histórico without coordinating with other travelers.
Lima Catacombs Tour — what to know before booking
This guide compares 10 bookable options for Lima Catacombs Tour, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 19. The average rating is 5.0 out of 5, based on 632 traveler reviews.
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. 9 of the 10 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Lima Catacombs Tour cost?
Prices start at US$ 19. There are 10 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 9 of the 10 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Lima: Historical Center & San Francisco Catacombs Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.9 out of 5 across 243 reviews.
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