Lima Historic Center
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.

Basilica Cathedral of Lima
The twin towers of this 16th-century basilica are a constant presence in the backdrop of views from anywhere in the city 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.
Things to do

Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis

Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups)

Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

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

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
El hotel es precioso pero las habitaciones necesitan ser reformadas y actualizadas, son amplias pero antiguas y el cuarto de baño está en un nivel bastante más elevado que el resto de la habitación lo que dificulta su acceso. Las habitaciones deben ser renovadas y especialmente el cuarto de baño ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2026

Hotel Diamond Lima
Recently stayed for
Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Check in is a little slow and it took 20 mins to get there by shuttle even though it’s right next to the airport
Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Absolutely great location and nice hotel. A HUGE problem arose right when our stay started. The pull out couch bed had a giant curve shaped like a hammock! We went to the front desk to ask if there were any rooms with a functioning pull out sofa bed. The front desk said word for word, “none of our ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr, 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
So convenient to have so close to the airport esp when you have a late night flight. Super clean, staff were very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet was robust and delicious. Shout out to the server, Bruno, who went above and beyond with service and answering all my questions!
Reviewed on 25 Apr, 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Super friendly staff, great interior, nice restaurant, clean room
Reviewed on 22 Apr, 2026

