Lima Historic Center Travel Guide
Lima
Visit Lima Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Armas de Lima
Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.
Plaza San Martin
Visit one of the most important parts of the city with a poignant statue of Peru’s liberator surrounded by elegant buildings.
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
Visit this 17th-century monastery complex with a temple and an eerie underground cemetery. It is also home to a convent, an illustrious library and two churches, in Lima’s historic center.
Government Palace
This was Lima’s first official palace when the city went under Spanish rule. Now, it holds government meetings and is home to the country’s president.
Torre Tagle Palace
You can learn about the history of Lima with a trip to Torre Tagle Palace. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Lima Half-Day Tour: Historic Center & Miraflores Small Group
Lima City Tour: Historic Center, Love Park & Catacombs
Tour Lima de día en bus panorámico + Catacumbas de San Francisco
City Tour in Lima: With Visit to Las Catacombas and Plaza Principal
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center
Hotel Diamond Lima
The room was very clean and nice, the staff just out of this world, specially Ms Alessandra and Ms Fiorella at the desk,both of them are reaaly proffessional and they know a lot of information on the area where the hotel is, every thing, where are the pharmacies, the optical shops, groceries, markets, ...
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Sheraton Lima Historic Center
Good
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
All works good.. when I need help the personel work hard to salve and better my feeling about the service!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Staff was very helpful, especially Roxana in their restaurant. She was there for both late night dinner and breakfast and helped us with selection of vegetarian options. She was consistently eager to help us with decisions and provide the quickest service!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG
Well located clean convenient with loads of nice restaurants Special thanks to Alehandro at the desk and Flor in the breakfast area
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
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 Centro Financiero
San Isidro Centro Financiero is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and San Isidro Shopping Center while in the area.
