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3 Days in Lima: Suggested Itineraries

Written by Viator, November 2010

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Peru’s capital city was founded by Pizarro in 1535, and the modern-day city of Lima is a sprawling metropolis encompassing ruins from pre-Inca times, ultramodern shopping malls and coastal beaches. Here are a few ideas on where and how to spend your time in Lima.

Day 1: Colonial city

Get to grips with Lima’s history and sheer size by taking a stroll through the historic city center. Lima’s lively hub focuses on the pedestrianized street Jiron de la Union, connecting the city’s two main squares, Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Martin.

Follow your nose or join a Small Group Discovery Walking Tour of Lima to hear tips and tales from a local. Make sure to include the catacombs of the Monastery of San Francisco on your itinerary, as well as the city’s cathedral.

Day 2: Peruvian flavors

One of the best ways to open the door to Lima’s secrets is through the city’s food and drink. Make your way to the huge central market to sample the local churros, juices and street snacks.

Or combine a Lima market tour with something different - learn to make Peru’s legendary cocktail, the pisco sour. It’s a heady mix of lemon or lime juice, brandy and sugar, and you’ll shop for the ingredients at the market.

Day 3: Cusco culture

Capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco is only an hour’s flight from Lima. The narrow lanes and cobbled backstreets are still lined by massive walls built by the Inca, and a rich collection of colonial churches pinpoint the city’s leafy squares.

Cusco’s museums feature fabulous collections of Inca jewelry, pottery and textiles, and one of the best examples of the Inca’s famously well-fitting stonework forms the base of the colonial church of Santo Domingo. It’s a lot to take in, so see the highlights on a combined Cusco Markets and Ruins Small Group Tour for a guided stroll through Inca history.

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Cusco Markets and Ruins Small Group Tour

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 7 Reviews

For a great introduction to Peruvian culture, join a small-group walking tour of Cusco's vibrant markets and impressive Inca ruins. Start at the vibrant San ...  Read more

Location: Cusco, Peru
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

From USD $69.99

Lima Market Tour and Pisco Sour Lesson

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 12 Reviews

Learn how to mix Peru's most famous drink, the pisco sour, in the city it was invented, Lima. Shop for ingredients at a market then head to a hotel to learn ...  Read more

Location: Lima, Peru
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

From USD $25.99

Small Group Lima Discovery Walking Tour

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 22 Reviews

There's no better way to explore Lima than on a small group walking tour! Try out some Spanish greetings, stroll around the central market, try churros and ...  Read more

Location: Lima, Peru
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

From USD $29.99

Private Tour: An Evening at the Larco Museum with Dinner

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 2 Reviews

Experience one of Lima’s top museums at night! This private evening out includes a guided tour of the fascinating Larco Museum, full of pre-Columbian artifacts ...  Read more

Location: Lima, Peru
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

From USD $71.99

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