Title: Visit Lima Historic Center: Best of Lima Historic Center, Lima Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Lima Historic Center

## Lima

![Plaza Mayor featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/67eb42ed-673e-4520-9977-2b19534eccbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Plaza Mayor featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/67eb42ed-673e-4520-9977-2b19534eccbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Plaza Mayor featuring street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/1388dab8-e46f-4457-8691-82277ab95339.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Plaza Mayor featuring street scenes, a city and land animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/45e87f21-3fbd-4229-8d79-f0c00870f250.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Plaza Mayor which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/c870ed89-216b-4f8f-8d5b-e29d83673a6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Lima Historic Center

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

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### Popular places to visit

![Plaza Mayor featuring a garden and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115218/67eb42ed-673e-4520-9977-2b19534eccbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Plaza de Armas de Lima

4.5/5(104 reviews)

Visit the birthplace of Lima. It has an antique fountain at its center surrounded by a majestic cathedral, a palace and colonial buildings.

[](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-De-Armas-De-Lima-Lima-Historic-Center.d6115218.Vacation-Attraction)

![Plaza San Martin showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272130/6e5c6641-022f-4a52-ae18-7f77520c888c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Plaza San Martin

4/5(58 reviews)

Visit one of the most important parts of the city with a poignant statue of Peru’s liberator surrounded by elegant buildings.

[](https://expedia.ca/Plaza-San-Martin-Lima-Historic-Center.d6272130.Vacation-Attraction)

![Jiron de La Union showing street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6301894/d3925d01-d7f9-4d32-b644-2e589525e5e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jiron de La Union

3.5/5(10 reviews)

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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Jiron-De-La-Union-Lima-Historic-Center.d6301894.Vacation-Attraction)

![One of the very interesting place to visit.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2077/b8b43b33-e85b-4c5c-80d9-b0d4902b1cf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Church and Convent of San Francisco

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Church-And-Convent-Of-San-Francisco-Lima-Historic-Center.d6115232.Vacation-Attraction)

![Construction on Lima’s first cathedral started in the 1530’s but the current structure not completed until the 1750’s due to earthquakes.  It was rebuilt in 1940 after another devastating earthquake.  It is located in Plaza De Armas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2077/9e56b2d1-cb91-4fe4-b24e-299e169106b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Basilica Cathedral of Lima

4/5(35 reviews)

The twin towers of this 16th-century basilica are a constant presence in the backdrop of views from anywhere in the city center.

[](https://expedia.ca/Basilica-Cathedral-Of-Lima-Lima-Historic-Center.d6115220.Vacation-Attraction)

![Government Palace which includes château or palace, heritage elements and an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115230/b9899ce4-1d5f-47f1-8487-973f7c739f6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Government Palace

5/5(1 review)

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.

[](https://expedia.ca/Government-Palace-Lima-Historic-Center.d6115230.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48062656/6894187c-17ce-4f72-808f-2b9adf601b94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

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

CA $85

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-lima-day-trip-to-paracas.a48062656.activity-details)

![Beautiful Huacachina Oasis](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45997844/18916eb3-d804-4c0f-934f-8842bfbf84aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis

CA $78

per adult

**98%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-from-lima-paracas-and-huacachina-oasis.a45997844.activity-details)

![Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2260765/7c0de2f8-89df-4f3f-824b-8c2d16cea270.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

CA $99

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/visit-the-sea-lions-in-palomino-islands.a2260765.activity-details)

![Full day Paracas - Huacachina from Lima](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46764036/19866e05-d94b-41ee-a987-bb365db32c0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Full day Paracas - Huacachina from Lima

CA $84

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-paracas-huacachina-from-lima.a46764036.activity-details)

![Historical Hop on Hop off Tour in Miraflores](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46603141/4a5d7743-35b4-4eec-a50f-0376c7041cea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bus Hop on - Hop off in Miraflores

CA $41

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bus-hop-on-hop-off-in-miraflores.a46603141.activity-details)

![Molding the chocolate with a dozen topping options](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1345482/90dd2da6-d4e0-4365-b451-4ee17c445cfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

CA $46

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bean-to-bar-chocolate-workshop-in-chocomuseo-lima-miraflores.a1345482.activity-details)

[See all activities in Lima](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Lima.d178277.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Lima Historic Center Hotel Deals

![Hotel Diamond Lima](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31970000/31960300/31960204/adff5b6c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Diamond Lima

Jr. Cuzco Lima Lima

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Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Av Elmer Faucett S N Callao Lima

CA $140

CA $154 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (3,257 reviews)

Rooms were clean

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![Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38210000/38209400/38209373/d540a2bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG

Calle Alfonso Ugarte 117, Miraflores Lima 

CA $132

CA $145 total

Apr 10 - Apr 11

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lima. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (864 reviews)

The room was very clean. The staff specially the guys who open the doors are so friendly and attentive. Wi-Fi was okay i guess. I have an internet plan so it didn’t affect mee.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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![Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113460000/113452500/113452420/f2d28d40_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Av Morales Duarez S/N Callao Callao Region

CA $305

CA $335 total

Mar 23 - Mar 24

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza Norte Peru and Costa Verde are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (340 reviews)

Did not use the spa or pool

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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![Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113156800/113156796/6d29d2d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG

Malecon de la Reserva No.751 and 767\. Lima 

CA $322

CA $355 total

Apr 10 - Apr 11

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Lima. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Larcomar Shopping Center and Waikiki Beach ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)

Very clean room, great staff and great food.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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![Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10210200/10210122/5c9b9d84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima City

Av. Salaverry 3060 - Magdalena del Mar Lima Lima

CA $104

CA $114 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lima. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)

Great staff, location and property

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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### Other neighbourhoods around Lima Historic Center

![Downtown Lima which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053557/1bc0d2db-c959-47eb-ae4f-82df2f00408e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cercado de Lima

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

 Unique features of Cercado de Lima include the shopping and historic sites. Make a stop by Plaza San Martin or Jiron de La Union while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-Cercado-De-Lima.dx6053557)

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### La Victoria

 Get to know La Victoria and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Gamarra Moda Plaza and Javier Prado Convention Center, and you can jump on the metro at Nicolas Arriola Station or Gamarra Station to get around the city. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-La-Victoria.dx179402)

![Lush Green El  Olivar Seen from Above in San Isidro District.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179400/158c7904-493f-48ed-a9d6-bfefe9558d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Jesus Maria

5/5(1 area review)

 You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Jesus Maria. You might want to make time for a stop at Real Plaza Salaverry or Peruvian Japanese Cultural Center. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-Jesus-Maria.dx179400)

![Street Food in Lince
Anti cucho, Chonchori y mas!
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### Lince

 Visitors to Lince like its restaurants and shopping, and Risso Commercial Center is a sight worth a stop. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-Lince.dx179403)

![Larco Museum featuring flowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115234/e9054d46-ced7-48f0-932e-90d3a6d61e40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Pueblo Libre

 Pueblo Libre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like National Museum of the Archaeology Anthropology and History of Peru and Larco Herrera Museum. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-Pueblo-Libre.dx179406)

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### San Isidro Centro Financiero

 San Isidro Centro Financiero is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Camino Real Mall or Avenue Los Conquistadores. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Lima-San-Isidro-Centro-Financiero.dx6356725)

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