Enjoy a full tour of the beautiful and cultural city of Lima, also known as the City of Kings. You will get to see classic historical landscapes, colonial architecture influenced by the Incas, beautiful shrines and beautiful churches. Our excursion Lima City Tour and Larco Museum, will take you see Lima through the eyes of a local inhabitant to make you feel at home for the rest of your stay in Peru.
Lima City Tour: Explore Larco Museum & Historic Center Highlights
$55
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About This Tour
Inclusions
- Transfer from centrally hotels
Exclusions
Tour Plan
Larco Museum
After picking you up from the hotel, we will start the Lima city tour at the wonderful Larco Museum, located in the traditional neighborhood of Pueblo Libre. The museum was founded by the Peruvian archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle in 1926, in a beautiful mansion with amazing gardens dating from the eighteen century.
The Larco Museum is really impressive. We will appreciate a complete collection of more than 5000 pieces of pre Columbian art made with gold and silver, as well as ceramics, and erotic art. Chronologically, we will stroll through incredible salons to learn about ancient Peruvian civilizations.
Casa de Aliaga
The tour continues in the historic center of Lima. Declared a UNESCO World’s Heritage Site in 1988, this place houses awesome squares, colonial mansions, and a lot of history. We will visit Casa de Aliaga, a colonial house built in 1536, full of invaluable arte and history. Until now, this jewel of the architecture is still inhabited by descendants of Jeronimo de Aliaga y Ramirez family, a Spanish conqueror and ally of Francisco Pizarro.
Historic Center of Lima
We will continue towards the Main Square, where the city of Lima was founded in 1535, and where the Independence of Peru were declared officially in 1821. During the time of viceroyalty, this square was used as market, and also, as the place where executions were carried out.
We are going to have the opportunity to admire historical places as the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Municipal Palace, and other important buildings of the colonial time. We will visit the Cathedral of Lima, declared Cultural Heritage Site, built in the sixteenth century by Spanish conquers.
After the visit, you will be transferred back to the hotel.
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Infants must sit on your lap
- Passport required
Please Note
- Not suitable for pets
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please Note: The Larco Museum’s Collection includes a gallery of Erotic Art and ceramic figures; Please be aware that this may be unsuitable for young travelers due to the explicit sexual content.
- Taking pictures without flash is allowed
- Cannot use tripods or selfie sticks
- You should bring comfortable shoes and clothes, camera, spending cash for personal expenses.
- Centrally located hotels in Miraflores, San Isidro and Downtown Lima
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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3 Comments
4.4
Our family had a wonderful time exploring the Larco Museum, where the fascinating artifacts and stories truly brought Lima’s history to life.
4.6
We were eager to discover the rich culture and history of the area, and our visit to the museum was a highlight, with its impressive collection of pre-Columbian artifacts sparking our curiosity. The guided walk through the historic square offered a glimpse of stunning architecture, though it felt a bit rushed at times. Overall, the tour was an enriching experience for our family, providing insight into local traditions while balancing a pleasant pace.
4.4
Exploring the historic center was a captivating experience, particularly when we stepped into the museum that showcased an impressive collection of pre-Columbian artifacts. The guided tour offered insightful commentary, and we found ourselves engrossed in stories surrounding the ancient cultures that shaped the region. One memorable moment was standing in front of a beautifully crafted ceramics display, which truly brought the history to life for us. Despite the interesting sights, we felt that the pace could have been a bit quicker; some areas felt slightly rushed. Overall, this excursion provided a fascinating glimpse into the city’s rich heritage and left us eager to learn more.