Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Lima Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Lima from a unique perspective! Get to know Lima on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all!

Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Lima at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Iglesia La Merced, Plaza de Armas, Casa de la Literatura Peruana and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included.

Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Plaza San Martin, Lima Peru

Learn the story behind Peru’s fight for independence and admire the statue of José de San Martín, the man who fought for the country’s freedom


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Jiron de La Union, Union Street, Lima Peru

Take a stroll down Jirón de la Unión, a pedestrian walkway with a multitude of architectural styles on display


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Iglesia y Convento La Merced, Jr. de la Union, 621, Lima 15001 Peru

Go inside one of the oldest churches in Lima and gaze at its remarkable Baroque architecture


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Casa O'higgins, Jr. de la Union 554, Lima lima Peru

See the marvelous colonial-style house that housed one of the Liberators of Latin America for about 20 years


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor), Jr. Junin and Jr. Carabaya, Lima Peru

Explore Lima’s most historic square containing the Government Palace, Archbishops Palace, Lima City Hall and the Cathedral


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Casa de la Literatura Peruana, Jr. Ancash 207 Centro Histórico de Lima, Lima Peru

Enjoy a ham or cheese sandwich with a local beer at a bar that is popular amongst famous local celebrities. Then get a glimpse into the past by visiting this former train station and discover fascinating works of Peruvian literature



Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas, Plaza San Francisco Jirón Lampa y Ancash, Lima 15001 Peru

Check out the restored buildings that resemble Lima’s appearances in the 17th and 18th centuries and marvel at a UNESCO World Heritage Site that contains a monastery, library and catacombs


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Muninet Parque La Muralla, Jirón Amazonas, Lima 15001, Peru

See the old city wall that protected Lima from pirates and spot the colorful houses nestled along San Cristobal Hill


Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Casa de Aliaga, Jiron de la Union 224, Lima Peru

Visit the De Aliaga home that has remained in the family since the Spanish conquests of the 16th century


Duration: 10 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Private tour: only you & your local guide"
"CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 3 Hours
Start location: Jirón de la Unión 958, Lima 15001, Peru

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Private Tour
• Local Guide
• 1 local drink/tasting
• Tickets for Casa de Aliaga included

Not Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop off
• Food and beverages not listed as inclusions

Facilities