Santa Catalina Travel Guide
Lima
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru
Lima: Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Slave Tunnel Day Tour
Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups)
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Top hotels in Santa Catalina
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Good place to stop over. Wish we had more time to enjoy the property. Super was good at their restaurant.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
This is by far the best hotel airport we have ever stayed in. If only we’ve known about this one on our inbound trip to Cusco via Lima. We stayed at another brand instead which we thought was in the airport, but it was actually on the perimeter. Having had a bad experience there we started to look ...
Reviewed on 27 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
Souma Hotel, Vignette Collection by IHG
Breakfast was always fresh. Room and gym were neatly clean.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Casa Andina Standard Benavides
Yes, very nice, clean, good and fresh food
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Catalina
La Victoria
Get to know La Victoria and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Gamarra Moda Plaza and Javier Prado Convention Center, and you can jump on the metro at Nicolas Arriola Station or Gamarra Station to get around the city.
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 San Isidro Shopping Center while in the area.
Lince
Travellers enjoy Lince for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Risso Commercial Center while you're in the area.
San Isidro
San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lima Golf Club and Costa Verde Beach while in the area.
San Borja
San Borja is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at San Borja South Station or La Cultura Station to explore sights like La Rambla San Borja.
Chacarilla-Santa Cruz
If you're spending some time in Chacarilla-Santa Cruz, Museo Enrico Poli Bianchi and Centro Cultural PUCP are top sights worth seeing.
