Ocean?view promenades, lush parks, and polished urban style define Miraflores, Lima�s coastal district of gardens, boutiques, and cliffside dining.
Why Visit Miraflores
- Upscale coastal neighborhood with panoramic Pacific views.
- Gardens, plazas, boutiques, and top?tier dining clustered along the bluffs.
- Lively yet walkable, with culture, shopping, and nightlife.
Essential Experiences
- Explore Larcomar, the award?winning cliffside shopping center built into the coastal bluffs.
- Take in ocean vistas while dining at upscale restaurants along the malec�n.
- Surf the popular breaks or relax on the pebble beaches below the cliffs.
- Stroll Parque Central and Parque Kennedy for caf�s, shops, and street life.
- Visit the Church of Virgen Milagrosa beside Parque Kennedy.
- Tour Huaca Pucllana to see pre?Columbian adobe pyramids and learn about Lima�s early civilizations.
Miraflores Snapshot
- Officially established in 1857; nicknamed �Ciudad Heroica� for its defensive history.
- Clean, walkable, and traveler?friendly, with dedicated tourist police.
- Long seafront parks with cycling and running paths atop the cliffs.
What to See and Do
- Browse caf�s, galleries, and boutiques around Parque Kennedy.
- Walk the coastal promenade for breezes, viewpoints, and paragliders.
- Head down to the beaches for surfing lessons and sunset photos.
- Shop local designers and Peruvian crafts in small ateliers.
- Sample Nikkei cuisine and Peru�s celebrated seafood.
Seasons and Events
- Summer: warm, best for beaches, surfing, and sunset views.
- Autumn: milder temperatures ideal for shopping and coastal walks.
- Winter: cooler with misty gar�a; perfect for caf�s and museums.
- Spring: clear days, blooming parks, great outdoor conditions.
Nearby Day Trips
- San Isidro for cultural centers, parks, and elegant shopping streets.
- Barranco for street art, ocean overlooks, and bohemian caf�s.
- Lima�s Historic Center for grand plazas, colonial architecture, and museums.
