Huaca Pucllana

Created for a 19th-century international exhibition, this park is now a tranquil setting with an art museum, spacious grounds and an open theater.

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

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

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.

Climb cliffs for ocean views, before descending the coastal walkway and crossing the Bridge of Sighs to reach the shore.

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.

This traditional beach town on Lima’s Pacific Ocean coastline is famous for its picturesque coves, sandy beaches, surfing and excellent fish restaurants.

This zoo is home to hundreds of exotic animals as well as botanical gardens, many historical and scientific museums and ancient pyramids.

Visit the remote desert to uncover the remains of a pre-Columbian civilization and learn about their beliefs in the museum.

See the glorious 17th-century painting by an Angolan slave that survived earthquakes and remains in pristine condition in this church.

This affluent suburb is home to picturesque gardens, upscale boutiques and classy restaurants with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.

This majestic mansion was built for one of the first settlers of Lima. His descendants have now occupied it for almost five centuries.

Learn about Lima’s past by touring the cathedral, palace and churches of its well-preserved historic center. Visit galleries, museums and go on a shopping spree.

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.

Make a wish. If you can cross the entirety of this bridge while holding your breath, it will come true.

Marvel at the intricate, carved façade and main entrance to a church that has survived almost half a century from the inception of Lima.

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

Artwork, sculptures and spectacular coastal views make this one of Lima’s most picturesque parks and a favored rendezvous for romantic couples.

Peruse one of the largest collections of pre-Columbian artifacts in Lima to learn about the ancient cultures that ruled the city many centuries ago.

Visit this intricate third-century temple complex to the south of Lima to learn about the deities, oracles and daily lives of the Moche, Huari and Inca cultures.

Spend the day at this award-winning shopping center with an innovative design on the edge of a cliff that overlooks the Pacific Ocean.

Discover treasures from 10,000 years of Peru’s pre-Columbian history, including a large collection of erotic pottery, in this museum built on a 7th-century pyramid.

Rediscover the jewels the Spanish found upon their arrival in Peru and learn about what they signified to the pre-Columbian indigenous groups.