Lima Historic Center Travel Guide

Lima

A historic cathedral with two towers, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flower beds.
A historic street lined with ornate buildings and a clear blue sky.
A horse-drawn carriage with white horses and a red canopy parked in front of a yellow building with arches.
A wooden door with ornate brass knockers and a keyhole.
A church interior with ornate decorations, a high vaulted ceiling, and rows of wooden pews.

Stay near popular Lima Historic Center attractions

A historic cathedral with two towers, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flower beds.

Plaza de Armas de Lima

9.2/10 (3,121 reviews)
Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.
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Things to do

Lima City Walking Tour with Pick-up & Drop Off Small Group

Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups)

฿1,191
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups)
City Tour Lima Half Day

City Tour Lima Half Day

฿645
per adult
City Tour Lima Half Day
Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast

Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast

฿3,442
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

฿2,049
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

฿1,118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus

Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus

฿827
per adult
Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus
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Top hotels in Lima Historic Center

Hotel Diamond Lima

Hotel Diamond Lima

3 out of 5
Jr. Cuzco Lima Lima
The price is ฿2,311 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿2,311
฿2,427 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
"Very centric and very nice service highly recommended"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Diamond Lima
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR

3 out of 5
JIRON DE LA UNION Lima Provincia de Lima
The price is ฿3,620 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,620
฿3,620 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas de Lima and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (183 reviews)
"Historical and beautiful! Felt like we went back to the titanic days!"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

4 out of 5
Av Elmer Faucett S N Callao Lima
The price is ฿3,501 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,501
฿3,851 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

5 out of 5
Av Morales Duarez S/N Callao Callao Region
The price is ฿6,955 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿6,955
฿7,650 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this luxury hotel in Callao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Plaza Norte Peru and Plaza de Armas de Lima ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (694 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Convenient location for flight next morning"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Av. Tomas Valle s/n, Esq. Av. Faucett Callao Callao
The price is ฿3,444 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿3,444
฿4,510 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG

4 out of 5
Calle Alfonso Ugarte 117, Miraflores Lima
The price is ฿3,550 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,550
฿3,905 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"I was expecting the pool to be open so I could enjoy my last two days in Peru with my family (my 8‑year‑old was hoping to have some fun), but the pool was closed. My first dinner at the restaurant was also not a good experience. We waited 50 minutes for the appetizer, and then the main dishes arrived ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
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Where to stay in Lima Historic Center

Find the best Lima Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a cliff overlooking the beach, a road along the coast, and high-rise buildings in the background.

Miraflores

Travellers to Miraflores praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Huaca Pucllana Ruins and Indian Market.

A coastal cityscape with a golf course, high-rise buildings, and a distant mountain.

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.

A yellow church with a bell tower and dome, surrounded by trees and a crosswalk.

Barranco

Barranco is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bridge of Sighs and Barranco Viewpoint while you're in town.

A colorful, abstract painting on a brown background.
Photo by Hideki Yamagata
Open Photo by Hideki Yamagata

Leuro

While visiting Leuro, you might make a stop by sights like Larco Avenue and Balboa Strip Mall.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, cliffs, and mountains in the background.

San Miguel

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in San Miguel. You might want to make time for a stop at Plaza San Miguel Mall or Leyendas Park.

Lima Historic Center Travel Guide