Lima Historic Center Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
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
Paracas, Huacachina and Sunset Tour at the Oasis
Lima: Paracas, Ballestas Island, and Slave Tunnel Day Tour
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center
GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
The hotel needs a solid refresh an investment if is is to remain a place where tourists and professionals will choose to stay while in Lima. Not good value for the money. The location is great of course, in the middle of historic Lima, besides that, the wi-fi is not stable/reliable, neither is the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Diamond Lima
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Average ish
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Breakfast menu was excellent! Love the fresh juice in the morning! The staff was very nice and friendly. The only negative is that I wish there were more light in the rooms. I would recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Ideal location for early flight Rooms were clean and comfortable Pool sauna and jacuzzi were lovely Restaurant offered Peruvian food
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
But far from the airport but there’s a bus. Very good condition and high standard of service
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lima Historic Center
Cercado de Lima
Unique features of Cercado de Lima include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Plaza San Martin or Jiron de La Union while you're exploring the area.
Jesus Maria
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Jesus Maria. You might want to make time for a stop at Real Plaza Salaverry or Peruvian Japanese Cultural Center.
Lince
Travellers enjoy Lince for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Risso Commercial Center while you're in the area.
Pueblo Libre
Pueblo Libre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Larco Herrera Museum and National Museum of the Archaeology Anthropology and History of Peru.
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 Avenue Los Conquistadores while 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.
