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)

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

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

Discover Lima: Small-Group Walking Tour of the City’s Highlights
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center

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

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

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
It is at the old airport not the new airport as advertised 20 minutes away from George Chavez
Reviewed on 30 Apr, 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Our room was beautiful, spacious, and clean. The property was very convenient just outside the Lima Peru airport. The next morning we had a second flight to catch to Cusco Peru. We had breakfast at the hotel which was included with our stay and by the way excellent resort style buffet breakfast! ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr, 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Excellent hotel close to airport with free 24x7 shuttle. Very nice breakfast with multiple options.
Reviewed on 27 Apr, 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Excellent
Reviewed on 27 Apr, 2026

