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Where to stay in Lima
Miraflores
4.5/5Wonderful!(1,315 area reviews)
This affluent suburb is home to picturesque gardens, upscale boutiques and classy restaurants with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean.
Barranco
4.5/5Wonderful!(110 area reviews)
Climb cliffs for ocean views, before descending the coastal walkway and crossing the Bridge of Sighs to reach the shore.
Pueblo Libre
4/5Very Good!(3 area reviews)
Pueblo Libre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Larco Herrera Museum and National Museum of the Archaeology Anthropology and History of Peru.
Rimac
If you're spending some time in Rimac, San Cristobal Hill and Acho Bullfighting Ring are top sights worth seeing.
Cercado de Lima
4/5Very Good!(61 area reviews)
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.
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Lima (region) Vacation Packages
Experience Peru’s rich variety in this region, from the frenetic energy and colonial elegance of the capital city to secluded beaches and deserts studded with ruins. The region of Lima bundles some of Peru’s most contrasting scenery and cultures into one central coastal region. Pacific Ocean beaches fringe its western borders, while the Andean highlands rise toward the east. Join the hum of activity within the brightly colored high rises and colonial façades of Lima , the capital city, and explore the breathtaking landscapes of the region’s wilderness reserves.
Begin your exploration of this diverse region in the city of Lima. Sprawling out of the valley of the Rimac River, the vast city contains several interesting districts. The historic Lima Centro features stunning examples of colonial architecture and Spanish churches, as well as an excellent collection of museums showcasing Inca culture and indigenous artifacts. Head to Lima’s waterfront districts and the elegant streets of Miraflores to make the most of the city’s famous culinary scene. Be sure to try ceviche made from the catch of the day and a glass of locally distilled pisco.
If you’re looking for adventure, head to Lunahuaná, where you can tackle the rapids on a whitewater rafting tour of the Cañete River. Explore the nearby Incahuasi archaeological complex to learn about the region’s ancient history.
Travel south along Lima’s magnificent coastline to find a series of beaches, many of them secluded and shadowed by scenic sandstone cliffs. Visit the fortress complex of Pachacamac overlooking the Pacific. To the north, check out the seaside cities of Barranco , Chancay and Huacho. The sands of the mysterious deserts around the sacred city of Caral-Supe swirl around remarkable 5,000-year-old stone pyramids.
Travel through the Rimac Valley’s interior to reach breathtaking ancient ruins, such as the pre-Inca site of Cajamarquilla. Explore the foothills above Lima’s urban sprawl to find the enigmatic rock formations and natural amphitheater of Marcahuasi.
Lima is easily accessible via plane to the capital city’s Jorge Chávez International Airport. The region also has a network of local buses. The dry season runs between May and September. Catch traditional religious festivals in August and October, such as the El Señor de los Milagros procession.