Lima Historic Center Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis

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

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour

Discover Lima: Small-Group Walking Tour of the City’s Highlights

Lima: Powered Paragliding Flight Over Costa Verde
Top hotels in Lima Historic Center

GRAN HOTEL BOLIVAR
The wifi was not good, it constantly went in and out and went out for a solid 2 hours in the evening. The location is excellent, near the plaza and main historic center. The staff spoke little English but were helpful and I was able to communicate just fine. I loved the free pisco sour, and the cocktail ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hotel Diamond Lima
Centrally located for the historic centre of Lima. Good breakfast Friendly / helpful staff Nice clean room and good bathroom Very well priced for what you get Would stay again
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
It’s close to the airport, the staff is very professional. The rooms are very clean, the restaurant offers a verity of choices and the breakfast is buffet style.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Everything is perfect from beginning to end
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Bruno at the restaurant for was great!!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
Very elaborate breakfast buffet. Lime restaurant has good food n pisco.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
