Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Lima
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Lima Evening Tour: Magic Water Circuit & Fountain Show
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Tierra Viva Miraflores Mendiburu
Yes in comercial and good restaurants 4 stars
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
HOTEL SOUL MATE INN
Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else. We found out, when we showed up, that the room was not what they had described. Given the time of day, we were stuck staying one night there and rented at another hotel for the remainder of our stay. While at the hotel, we had to use the hotel's lobby bathroom ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Muy buen hotel, para descansar. Muy bueno el restaurante.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Great experience
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
The spa was relaxing and all of the staff were polite and attentive.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG
Down room excellent staff great location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Chacarilla-Santa Cruz
If you're spending some time in Chacarilla-Santa Cruz, Avenue Los Conquistadores and Museo Enrico Poli Bianchi are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
San Isidro
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 Centro Financiero
San Isidro Centro Financiero is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and Avenue Los Conquistadores while in the area.
Leuro
While visiting Leuro, you might make a stop by sights like Larco Avenue and Balboa Strip Mall.
