Lima Historic Center Travel Guide

Lima

A historic cathedral with two towers, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flower beds.
A historic street lined with ornate buildings and a clear blue sky.
A horse-drawn carriage with white horses and a red canopy parked in front of a yellow building with arches.
A wooden door with ornate brass knockers and a keyhole.
A church interior with ornate decorations, a high vaulted ceiling, and rows of wooden pews.

Stay near popular Lima Historic Center attractions

A historic cathedral with two towers, surrounded by palm trees and colorful flower beds.

Plaza de Armas de Lima

9.2/10 (3,121 reviews)
Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.
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Things to do

A Guided Tour to Discover Lima

Lima Hidden Gems: Self-Guided Ceviche & Cliff Secrets

Rp20.354
per adult
Lima Hidden Gems: Self-Guided Ceviche & Cliff Secrets
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

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

Rp1.118.585
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast

Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast

Rp1.878.941
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Premium Day Trip and Sunset Toast
Picture 4 for Activity Lima: Ballestas Islands & Golden Shadows Trek Full Day Tour

Lima: Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Slave Tunnel Day Tour

Rp1.597.669
per adult
Lima: Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Slave Tunnel Day Tour
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

Rp1.300.680
per adult
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru
Cordillera de la viuda - Mountain Exploration

From Lima: Cordillera de la viuda | Mountain Exploration

Rp704.535
per adult
From Lima: Cordillera de la viuda | Mountain Exploration
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Top hotels in Lima Historic Center

Hotel Diamond Lima

Hotel Diamond Lima

3 out of 5
Jr. Cuzco Lima Lima
The price is Rp1.255.877 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp1.255.877
Rp1.318.671 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
"Very centric and very nice service highly recommended"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Diamond Lima
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR

3 out of 5
JIRON DE LA UNION Lima Provincia de Lima
The price is Rp1.954.718 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
Rp1.954.718
Rp1.954.718 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas de Lima and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (182 reviews)
"friendly staff and grefriendly staff, nice room and great location"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

4 out of 5
Av Elmer Faucett S N Callao Lima
The price is Rp1.935.532 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.935.532
Rp2.129.085 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,493 reviews)
"Pensé que era adentro del aeropuerto. Pero te recogen y te llevan a otro sitio, no sé si el antiguo aeropuerto. Todo muy bien y muy limpio"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

5 out of 5
Av Morales Duarez S/N Callao Callao Region
The price is Rp3.684.186 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp3.684.186
Rp4.052.605 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Callao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Plaza Norte Peru and Plaza de Armas de Lima ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (670 reviews)
"The hotel and amenities were very nice and new, however, the ladies at the reception were very unfriendly and borderline rude. And the same unfriendliness with the bartender. Additionally, the pizza we ordered came out cold, and the server did not even ask how it was, even though it sat there uneaten. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Av. Tomas Valle s/n, Esq. Av. Faucett Callao Callao
The price is Rp1.797.598 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.797.598
Rp2.368.914 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,997 reviews)
"Amazing staff and breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG

4 out of 5
Calle Alfonso Ugarte 117, Miraflores Lima
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.904.386 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp1.904.386
Rp2.094.825 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Great service and wonderful staff, breakfast exceeded my expectations."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
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Where to stay in Lima Historic Center

Find the best Lima Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a cliff overlooking the beach, a road along the coast, and high-rise buildings in the background.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a golf course, high-rise buildings, and a distant mountain.

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.

A yellow church with a bell tower and dome, surrounded by trees and a crosswalk.

Barranco

Barranco is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bridge of Sighs and Barranco Viewpoint while you're in town.

A colorful, abstract painting on a brown background.
Photo by Hideki Yamagata
Open Photo by Hideki Yamagata

Leuro

While visiting Leuro, you might make a stop by sights like Larco Avenue and Balboa Strip Mall.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, cliffs, and mountains in the background.

San Miguel

You'll enjoy the bars and live music in San Miguel. You might want to make time for a stop at Plaza San Miguel Mall or Leyendas Park.

Lima Historic Center Travel Guide