Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Lima

Beautiful church, stained glass windows should be stunning. But was closed when I came past. Strange 4 a Sunday... 😎
Beautiful church, stained glass windows should be stunning. But was closed when I came past. Strange 4 a Sunday... 😎
Hands down the best ceviche in Lima. Delicious food, super friendly staff and amazing vibes. #trovember
La Mar is also god option #TroverFoodies
Amazing seafood

Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor featuring flowers and a park

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 de Armas de Lima
This is a cool shopping mall built into a cliff in miraflores, an upscale district of lima peru.

Larcomar Shopping Center

Spend the day at this award-winning shopping center with an innovative design on the edge of a cliff that overlooks the Pacific Ocean.

Larcomar Shopping Center
Playa Waikiki in Lima, Peru, and pier restaurant - long exposure

Waikiki Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your travels in Lima? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Waikiki Beach
The view of the coast and pier at Miraflores in Lima, Peru. There is a very nice paved walkway along the main avenue that has views over looking the coast and beaches for miles. The walkways pass through some well maintained parks and the popular Larcomar shopping mall. It is also common to see paragliders soaring above the cliffs in this area.

Costa Verde

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Costa Verde might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Lima. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Costa Verde
Pleasant park; mini-Montmartre sidewalk with local works of art; snacks... and for some bizarre reason... lots of cats? 😮

Miraflores Central Park

After visiting Miraflores Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lima. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Miraflores Central Park
Colored flowers in Kennedy Park

John F. Kennedy Park

After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lima. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.

John F. Kennedy Park

Things to do

Historical Hop on Hop off Tour in Miraflores

Bus Hop on - Hop off in Miraflores

฿944
per adult
Bus Hop on - Hop off in Miraflores
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

฿2,076
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Lima City Tour: Historic Center, Love Park & Catacombs

Lima City Tour: Historic Center, Love Park & Catacombs

฿1,101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lima City Tour: Historic Center, Love Park & Catacombs
Lima cathedral

Tour Lima de día en bus panorámico + Catacumbas de San Francisco

฿881
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour Lima de día en bus panorámico + Catacumbas de San Francisco
Lima City Tour + Visit to Catacom

City Tour in Lima: With Visit to Las Catacombas and Plaza Principal

฿1,211
per adult
City Tour in Lima: With Visit to Las Catacombas and Plaza Principal
City Tour of Lima from the Airport

City Tour of Lima from the Airport

฿3,460
per adult
City Tour of Lima from the Airport
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Tierra Viva Miraflores Mendiburu

Tierra Viva Miraflores Mendiburu

3 out of 5
CALLE MENDIBURU 1075 Lima Lima
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (501 reviews)
Very NEW hotel. Large room, super bathtub ,great linen. Breakfast was good and fresh.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Tierra Viva Miraflores Mendiburu
HOTEL SOUL MATE INN

HOTEL SOUL MATE INN

3.5 out of 5
350 Toribio Pacheco Lima Provincia de Lima
The price is ฿1,492 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿1,492
฿1,492 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Waikiki Beach and Larcomar Shopping Center are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
Great staff , great location 2 blocks from the green belt , lots of restaurants, walking paths etc

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

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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 ฿3,089 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿3,089
฿3,398 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,200 reviews)
Excellent service, stayed overnight during layover. Very convenient included shuttle and an early breakfast. Was even able to check in early to rest. Highly recommended!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City

4 out of 5
Av. Salaverry 3060 - Magdalena del Mar Lima Lima
The price is ฿2,279 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,279
฿2,507 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this spa hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Good breakfast, very nice staff, accommodating

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City
Sheraton Lima Historic Center

Sheraton Lima Historic Center

4 out of 5
Paseo De La Republica 170 Lima Lima
The price is ฿2,610 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿2,610
฿2,871 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (836 reviews)
i absolutely love this hotel it was in walking distance to stadium and there is a mall right behind this hotel it was amazing i loved it

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Sheraton Lima Historic Center
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 ฿6,060 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
฿6,060
฿6,666 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza San Miguel Mall and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

Miraflores featuring a sunset, landscape views and general coastal views

Miraflores

4.5/5(54 area reviews)

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.

Miraflores
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Petit Jean Ocharán

While there might not be top attractions in Petit Jean Ocharán, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larco Avenue and Makaha Beach.

Petit Jean Ocharán
Best Hamburger in Lima #TroverFoodies

San Isidro

4/5(15 area reviews)

San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and Lima Golf Club while in the area.

San Isidro
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Reducto

While Reducto isn't home to many top sights, Larcomar Shopping Center and Medical College of Peru are some notable places to visit nearby.

Reducto
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Leuro

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

Leuro
Down there are the most delicious seafood in Lima: La Rosa Nautica

Armendáriz

If you're spending some time in Armendáriz, Larcomar Shopping Center and Larco Avenue are top sights worth seeing.

Armendáriz

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