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.
San Pedro Church
San Pedro Church is just one of the places to see in Lima, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Paracas and Huacachina Sunset Picnic Tour
Lima's Historic Center with Free Walking Tour
From Lima: Paracas, Ica, and Huacachina Day Tour
From Lima: Ballestas Island & Huacachina Oasis Full-Day Tour
#1 Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center
Hotel Diamond Lima
Excelente servicio, habitación muy limpia y segura, el servicio de taxi a tiempo y muy profesional, totalmente céntrico a todo. Me volvería a quedar hay.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Everything was perfect. Great service!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Sheraton Lima Historic Center
Everything excellent
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Everything was great. Especially the staff. The food was also good. The room could have been brighter...a bit dreary
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG
Amazing
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
NAIA Miraflores
I enjoyed the room and the breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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 San Isidro Shopping Center while in the area.
