This unique experience will show you the flavor of this cosmopolitan and big city!
Main Highlights
- Historical Centre, Arequipa Avenue
- Bodega & Quadra Museum
- Convent of Santo Domingo
- View of the city of Lima from the Convent's tower
- Observe the change of guards at noon
1st Stop - Centro Historico de Lima, Plaza de Armas
It is located in the district of Lima Metropolitan. It was founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistador Francisco Pizarro and known as the "City of Kings" due to its important status as capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru from the mid-sixteenth century to 1821. The Historic Center of Lima retains until the today the most illustrious examples of Spanish monumental architecture. The most important historical monuments of public character are represented by numerous churches and convents, as well as mansions that preserve the tradition of the Hispano-American Baroque.
2nd Stop - Plaza De Armas De Lima, Plaza central Lima
"La Plaza de Armas" of Lima is the main public space of the city, also known as the "Plaza Mayor"..
This place has historical importance for the city. It´s a place well traveled by tourists and locals, being an icon of the historic center of Lima.
3erd Stop - Cathedral of Lima, Jirón Carabaya
The cathedral basilica of Lima is the largest of the churches and the most important in Peru. It´s part of the cultural heritage of humanity and is located in the center of Lima.
Admire the external architecture of the Cathedral. The whole building is built in the Renaissance style on the outside. Its towers are neoclassical, reflecting the history from the time of the viceroyalty until today.
4rd Stop - Basilica y Monasterio de Santo Domingo
The Minor Basilica and Maximum Convent of Our Lady of the Rosary popularly known as Santo Domingo, in the city of Lima, capital of Peru, is an architectural ensemble of religious buildings dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary and is located at the junction of the first block of Jirón Camaná (Calle Pescante) with the second block of Jirón Conde de Superunda (Veracruz Street), in the Historic Center of Lima. The historic chapter house of the Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo was the place where the University of San Marcos began operating in the sixteenth century, officially the first Peruvian university and the oldest in America.
5th Stop - Museo de Sitio Bodega y Quadra
It consists of a House-Museum of the Colonial and Republican period and an archaeological site of the 16,17 and 18th centuries.
The archaeological site shows a fully restored republican house that once belonged to the Jesuits.
The museum reveals findings from the first cultural manifestations between Hispanics and Indians during the origins of the Lima Foundation in the middle of the sixteenth century to the later occupations in the 20th century.
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4 Comments
4.2
This tour offered a fascinating glimpse into Lima’s historic backbone and cultural gems, which exceeded our expectations. The transportation was smooth and efficient, allowing us to comfortably transition between key highlights without wasting time. While our guide was knowledgeable, we felt some insights could have been more engaging; more interactive storytelling would have enriched the experience further.
4.6
We loved wandering through the vibrant streets and admiring the stunning architecture, especially the intricate details of the historic cathedral. While the pace was generally well-managed, we felt a bit rushed at a couple of stops, which left us wanting more time to soak in the culture.
4.4
I had a fantastic time wandering through Jesús María, soaking in the vibrant culture and historic architecture. The highlight for me was definitely the stunning Plaza de Armas, although I wish I could have spent a bit more time there to really soak it all in.
4.6
Exploring the historic treasures of Lima in just four hours was both enlightening and enjoyable, though the pace felt a bit rushed at times.