Lonely Planet Experiences: Lima Old Town Walking Tour

Highlights

• Discover the real Lima on a guided walking tour of the city famous sights and hidden gems
• Enjoy an informal Spanish lesson, wander Jiron de la Union, try local specialties, and mingle with Limenos in central market
• Explore Lima's churches, parks, and plazas and delve into the city's history along the way

Description

Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience. Get your hands on the blueprint to modern Peruvian life on this Lima tour that puts you in the shoes of locals. Admire the colonial balconies, hit the local market and see the great variety of fruits and vegetables reflecting the rich biodiversity of Perú and finish with the national drink, the Pisco Sour! You’ll start the tour by taking the local bus to downtown, just as the locals do, and along the way, you’ll learn a few words of Spanish – something that will come in handy for the rest of your Lima travel experience! Once we’re downtown, your walking tour will begin with a stroll along Jirón de la Union, a pedestrian avenue linking Plaza San Martin to Plaza de Armas. Along the way, your local guide will be pointing out the sights along this street, from the hidden gems to the Lima’s classic tales. Your walk continues towards the most well-known tourist area in the city, Plaza de Armas, located in the heart of the old town, home of the Government Palace, Archbishop´s Palace and the Cathedral. Next on this Lima city tour, you’ll go to the colourful Central Market. With your local guide, you’ll navigate your way through all the various stalls, checking out the fresh produce and learning about the eating habits of the locals.  Then you will visit the breathtaking Basilica of San Pedro, administrated by the Jesuits named after San Pablo, a building so rich in history that it was named a UNESCO World Heritage site back in 1991.  This Lima tour will come to an end here, where you can continue on your own exploration of the city, or your local guide will be able to point you in the direction of your accommodation.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide
City bus ticket
Entrance fee to San Francisco
One Pisco-sour shot
Snack and drinks
Gratuities

Important Information

• This trip is offered on a shared basis. Maximum group size is 12
• Latin Americans can be very conscious of appearance so try to be casual but conservative in your dress. Outside of beach areas halter tops and very short shorts should not be worn. When visiting churches or religious sites shoulders and knees should be covered
• This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour
• Your guide can help you organise a taxi back to your hotel after the tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 2 hours in advance to receive a full refund