{"id":9287,"date":"2025-05-15T05:25:31","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T10:25:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/?p=9287"},"modified":"2025-05-15T05:31:13","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T10:31:13","slug":"things-to-do-in-lima-peru","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-lima-peru","title":{"rendered":"Top 15 Things to do in Lima, Peru, and surroundings this 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lima, known as \u00abThe City of the Kings,\u00bb was founded on January 18, 1535, by Francisco Pizarro. Located on the central coast of Peru, along the Pacific Ocean, Lima is a city that combines modernity with the richness of its colonial past. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/\">Kantu Peru Tours<\/a>, you can discover the most iconic places in this city, from historical monuments to modern tourist districts. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>1. Exploring the Historic Center of Lima<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Historic Center of Lima is an architectural gem filled with history. You can visit the Plaza de Armas, the Government Palace, the Lima Cathedral, and the Archbishop&#8217;s Palace. Don&#8217;t miss the Catacombs of the San Francisco Church, a place full of mystery and history. A walk through the historic center is one of the best things to do in Lima, taking only half a day. In fact, if you want to take the tour in an organized manner, you can opt for the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/lima-city-tour\/\"> City Tour in Lima<\/a>, which includes an additional visit to both colonial and modern Lima.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Plaza de Armas, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: Free or approximately 25 USD.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 3-4 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9320\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9320\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Candados-en-el-centro-de-Lima-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Candados en el centro de Lima\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Candados-en-el-centro-de-Lima-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Candados-en-el-centro-de-Lima-768x481.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Candados-en-el-centro-de-Lima-1536x961.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Candados-en-el-centro-de-Lima-2048x1282.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9320\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Candados en el centro de Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">2. Strolling Along the Malec\u00f3n de Miraflores<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Enjoy the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean as you walk along the Malec\u00f3n de Miraflores, a very safe and modern district of Lima. Here, you can access Instagrammable spots such as the Park of Love, the Villena Bridge, and Larcomar. A walk along the Malec\u00f3n is one of the most popular activities to do in Lima!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Malec\u00f3n Cisneros, Miraflores.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: Free.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2-3 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7416\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7416\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lima-Miraflores-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Lima Miraflores\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1919\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lima-Miraflores-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lima-Miraflores-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lima-Miraflores-1536x1151.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lima-Miraflores-2048x1535.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7416\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lima Miraflores<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">3. Visiting the Barranco District<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Barranco is Lima&#8217;s bohemian district, known for its artistic and romantic atmosphere. Located in the heart of Lima, close to the catacombs of San Francisco, you can visit the Bridge of Sighs, where many travelers and couples leave a lock. You can also enjoy the surrounding cafes, art galleries, and boutiques. The Barranco district is one of the most interesting places to visit in Lima!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Avenida Bolognesi, Barranco.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: Free.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2-3 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9321\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9321\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9321\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Barranco-en-Lima-Planes-para-visitar-en-Familia-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Barranco en Lima - Planes para visitar en Familia\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Barranco-en-Lima-Planes-para-visitar-en-Familia-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Barranco-en-Lima-Planes-para-visitar-en-Familia-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Barranco-en-Lima-Planes-para-visitar-en-Familia-1536x959.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Barranco-en-Lima-Planes-para-visitar-en-Familia-2048x1279.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9321\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Barranco en Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">4. Larco Museum of Lima<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Continuing with the top activities to do in Lima, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/lima-city-tour\/\">Larco Museum<\/a> cannot be missed. It houses an extensive collection of pre-Columbian art from the Incas and pre-Inca cultures. Here, you can admire over 50,000 pieces of pottery and a collection of pre-Columbian erotic art. Undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Lima!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Avenida Larco 836, Pueblo Libre.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 30 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2-3 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9322\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9322\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-Larco-en-Lima-Actividades-en-Lima-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Museo Larco en Lima- Actividades en Lima\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-Larco-en-Lima-Actividades-en-Lima-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-Larco-en-Lima-Actividades-en-Lima-768x530.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-Larco-en-Lima-Actividades-en-Lima-1536x1059.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-Larco-en-Lima-Actividades-en-Lima-2048x1412.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9322\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Museo Larco en Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">5. Circuito M\u00e1gico del Agua<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This park offers a nighttime light and water show with 13 synchronized fountains, very popular among both locals and foreigners. It&#8217;s ideal for a family outing or if you don&#8217;t have plans for the evening. The Circuito M\u00e1gico del Agua is one of the most fun activities to do in Lima, especially if you have an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/lima-city-tour\/\"> organized tour<\/a>, as you will have VIP access, unlike locals who have to wait in long lines to see the show.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Jir\u00f3n Madre de Dios, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 4 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 1 hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9313\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9313\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9313\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-de-las-aguas-en-Lima-Peru-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Parque de las aguas en Lima Per\u00fa\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-de-las-aguas-en-Lima-Peru-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-de-las-aguas-en-Lima-Peru-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-de-las-aguas-en-Lima-Peru-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-de-las-aguas-en-Lima-Peru-2048x1363.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9313\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Parque de las aguas en Lima Per\u00fa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">6. Huaca Pucllana<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This pre-Inca pyramid is an impressive place to learn about Lima&#8217;s ancient history. Whether on your own or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/lima-city-tour\/\">during the City Tour<\/a>, you can visit the ruins and enjoy a dinner at the on-site restaurant. Huaca Pucllana is one of the historical places you can&#8217;t miss in Lima!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Avenida Petit Thouars 651, Miraflores.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 15 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9318\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9318\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9318\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Huacapucllana-en-Lima-Peru-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Huacapucllana en Lima Per\u00fa\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Huacapucllana-en-Lima-Peru-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Huacapucllana-en-Lima-Peru-768x481.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Huacapucllana-en-Lima-Peru-1536x963.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Huacapucllana-en-Lima-Peru-2048x1283.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9318\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Huacapucllana en Lima Per\u00fa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">7. Paracas &#8211; Ica &#8211; Huacachina Excursion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a one-day excursion to visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/huacachina-day-tour-from-lima\/\">Huacachina Oasis and the Ballestas Islands<\/a>, where you can see sea lions, Humboldt penguins, and the famous geoglyph of the Candelabro. A trip to Paracas and Ica is one of the best activities to do in Lima, and even better if you take a full-day tour that includes sandboarding or buggies in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/the-lost-canyon-of-ica-peru\">Huacachina<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Paracas, Ica.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 150 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 8-10 hours (including transportation).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8607\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8607\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/La-Huachina-en-Ica-Peru-scaled.webp\" alt=\"La Huachina en Ica Peru\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1329\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/La-Huachina-en-Ica-Peru-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/La-Huachina-en-Ica-Peru-768x399.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/La-Huachina-en-Ica-Peru-1536x798.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/La-Huachina-en-Ica-Peru-2048x1064.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">La Huachina en Ica Peru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">8. Visiting the San Francisco Monastery<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This monastery is famous for its endless catacombs and its historical library, where you can admire a large collection of ancient texts and impressive architecture. The San Francisco Monastery is one of the most interesting religious places to visit in Lima and will leave you very impressed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Plaza de San Francisco, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 10 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 1-2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9319\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9319\" style=\"width: 2048px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9319\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/San-Frasisco-Biblioteca-Cosas-que-hacer-en-Lima.webp\" alt=\"San Frasisco Biblioteca - Cosas que hacer en Lima\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/San-Frasisco-Biblioteca-Cosas-que-hacer-en-Lima.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/San-Frasisco-Biblioteca-Cosas-que-hacer-en-Lima-768x476.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/San-Frasisco-Biblioteca-Cosas-que-hacer-en-Lima-1536x953.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9319\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">San Frasisco Biblioteca<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">9. Tasting Peruvian Gastronomy<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Peru is known worldwide for its delicious cuisine, and if you are in Lima, you can&#8217;t miss the opportunity to try typical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/peru-ceviche-national-food-cuisne\">dishes such as ceviche<\/a>, seafood rice, or the famous aji de gallina in the capital. Undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Lima.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Varies by restaurant.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 20-50 soles per person.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8198\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8198\" style=\"width: 1600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-8198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica-uchu-peruvian-steakhouse-cusco-peru.webp\" alt=\"carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica-uchu-peruvian-steakhouse-cusco-peru\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1152\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica-uchu-peruvian-steakhouse-cusco-peru.webp 1600w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica-uchu-peruvian-steakhouse-cusco-peru-768x553.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica-uchu-peruvian-steakhouse-cusco-peru-1536x1106.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8198\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">carnes-a-la-piedra-volcanica<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">10. Sunset at the Park of Love<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another activity to do in Lima is to visit the Park of Love, one of the most romantic and picturesque places in Lima. With its colorful mosaics inspired by Barcelona&#8217;s Park G\u00fcell and its iconic \u00abThe Kiss\u00bb sculpture by V\u00edctor Delf\u00edn, this spot is perfect for relaxing, taking photos, and admiring the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean at sunset.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Malec\u00f3n Cisneros, <a href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Distrito_de_Miraflores_(Lima)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miraflores.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: Free.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 1 hour (or more if you wish to stay and enjoy the view).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9312\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9312\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-del-Amor-en-Miraflores-de-Lima-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Parque del Amor en Miraflores de Lima\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-del-Amor-en-Miraflores-de-Lima-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-del-Amor-en-Miraflores-de-Lima-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-del-Amor-en-Miraflores-de-Lima-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parque-del-Amor-en-Miraflores-de-Lima-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9312\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Parque del Amor en Miraflores de Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">11. Boat Tour to the Palomino Islands<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Enjoy a boat tour to the Palomino Islands and swim with sea lions. This is a perfect activity for nature lovers and one of the most fun things to do in Lima if you are traveling with children or as a family.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Port of Callao, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 40 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9315\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9315\" style=\"width: 1042px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Activities-in-Lima-Visiting-Palomino-Islands.webp\" alt=\"Things to do in Lima - Visiting Palomino Islands\" width=\"1042\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Activities-in-Lima-Visiting-Palomino-Islands.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Activities-in-Lima-Visiting-Palomino-Islands-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1042px) 100vw, 1042px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9315\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Things to do in Lima &#8211; Visiting Palomino Islands<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">12. Peruvian Cooking Classes<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Learn to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/gastronomy-in-cusco\">prepare typical Peruvian dishes<\/a> such as ceviche or aji de gallina. This is a fun and educational activity for the whole family. It is one of the most recommended activities to do in Lima because it includes preparation, tasting, and even teaches you how to make the famous Peruvian cocktail, pisco sour.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Restaurant Pescados Capitales Miraflores.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 80 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 3-4 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7425\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7425\" style=\"width: 1280px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7425\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Tour-Gastronomico-Cusco.webp\" alt=\"Tour Gastronomico Cusco\" width=\"1280\" height=\"853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Tour-Gastronomico-Cusco.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Tour-Gastronomico-Cusco-768x512.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7425\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tour Gastronomico Cusco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">13. Visiting the Museum of Gold of Peru<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This museum houses an extensive collection of gold and silver artifacts from pre-Inca, Inca, and colonial origins. It is an excellent opportunity to learn more about Peru&#8217;s pre-Columbian history. The Museum of Gold of Peru is one of the cultural places you can&#8217;t miss in Lima due to its high status and popularity.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Avenida Paseo de la Rep\u00fablica 380, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 20 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 1-2 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9317\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9317\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9317\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-de-Oro-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Museo de Oro - Actividades que hacer en Lima\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-de-Oro-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-de-Oro-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-de-Oro-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Museo-de-Oro-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9317\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Museo de Oro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">14. Paragliding Tour<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Enjoy a stunning view of Lima while taking a paragliding tour. This is a perfect activity for adrenaline lovers and one of the most exciting things to do in Lima with a view of the sea.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Playa de Agua Dulce, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 100 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 1 hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9316\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9316\" style=\"width: 1012px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-9316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Parapente-Actividades-que-hacer-en-Lima.webp\" alt=\"Parapente - Actividades que hacer en Lima\" width=\"1012\" height=\"653\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9316\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Parapente<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">15. Visiting the MALI (Lima Art Museum)<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The MALI houses an extensive collection of Peruvian art spanning 3,000 years of history. You can admire pieces from pre-Columbian times to the contemporary era. The MALI is one of the most interesting museums to visit in Lima, and if you are an art lover, it is one of the best activities to do in Lima.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Address: Paseo Col\u00f3n 125, Lima.<\/li>\n<li>Estimated Price: 30 soles.<\/li>\n<li>Approximate Time: 2-3 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_9314\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9314\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9314\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MALI-Museum-to-visit-in-Peru-as-an-Activity-in-Lima-scaled.webp\" alt=\"MALI Museum to visit in Per\u00fa as an Activity in Lima\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MALI-Museum-to-visit-in-Peru-as-an-Activity-in-Lima-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MALI-Museum-to-visit-in-Peru-as-an-Activity-in-Lima-768x509.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MALI-Museum-to-visit-in-Peru-as-an-Activity-in-Lima-1536x1017.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/MALI-Museum-to-visit-in-Peru-as-an-Activity-in-Lima-2048x1356.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-9314\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">MALI Museum to visit in Per\u00fa as an Activity in Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Lima is a city full of life, history, and culture. Whether you are interested in colonial history, Peruvian cuisine, or simply enjoying the beach and the ocean, Lima has something to offer you. Don&#8217;t miss the opportunity to visit the main tourist attractions of Lima and discover for yourself what to do in Lima, Peru!<\/p>\n<p>By following these tips and planning, your trip will be unforgettable. And remember, for a complete and safe experience,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/\">Kantu Peru Tours\u00a0<\/a>offers comprehensive\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kantuperutours.com\/the-magic-andes-route-10-days-9-nights\/\">packages to visit Peru<\/a>. We\u2019re happy to assist with any questions or needs you may have!\ud83c\udf04\u2728<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lima, known as \u00abThe City of the Kings,\u00bb was founded on January 18, 1535, by Francisco Pizarro. Located on the central coast of Peru, along the Pacific Ocean, Lima is a city that combines modernity with the richness of its colonial past. 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