Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)
Lima, Peru

Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)

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53/100

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Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) is a 3-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $50 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
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Duration
3 hours
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$50 per person

Meet your guide to begin this informative tour of the city. Begin in the historic center of Lima, declared a cultural heritage of humanity. Step inside to enjoy its ornate collection of oil paintings, 18th-century sculptures, and streets that take you back in time. Visit the spooky catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery just off the main square. Visit other attractions throughout the city such as the Municipal Palace, Dominicans Tower, the historical Rimac Bridge and many more as you traverse the city by foot.

What you get

    About this experience

    Meet your guide to begin this informative tour of the city. Begin in the historic center of Lima, declared a cultural heritage of humanity. Step inside to enjoy its ornate collection of oil paintings, 18th-century sculptures, and streets that take you back in time. Visit the spooky catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery just off the main square. Visit other attractions throughout the city such as the Municipal Palace, Dominicans Tower, the historical Rimac Bridge and many more as you traverse the city by foot.

    What's included

    Included

    • Entry/Admission - Plaza San Martin
    • Professional guide
    • Small group
    • Snacks

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Admission - Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas (15 PEN Soles aprox.)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Iglesia La Recoleta

      Plaza Francia is a gift from the French colony in Lima, to commemorate the centenary of Peru's independence in 1921. In the center of the small park there is a beautiful statue and we will externally appreciate the famous church of the blue recoleta.

      10 minutes here

    2. Plaza San Martin

      your local tour guide will take you to visit this very nice square loved by locals because the gardens and nice atmosphere. Your guide will also give you a good introduction to the history of the country its people and local life.

      20 minutes here

    3. Jiron de La Union

      Unmissable street, you will be sourrounded with very nice architecture, great wooden balconies, impressive rock carvings and monumental churches and religious altars. The local atmosphere, shops, chicken restaurants plus local music will make your day very excited, happy and for sure interesting!

      40 minutes here

    4. Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas

      after finish our exploration through the Union street then we will take you through the Ucayali and Lampa streets to enjoy all the Lima city history and learn about their people and life. at the end of these streets we will go to visit one of the HIGHLIGHTS! of Lima city which is the San Francisco Monastery! but not only that we also will take you to visit its inside CATACOMBS which says a lot about the culture and traditions of localsliving in Lima city during the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries colonial time. we think this is one of the attractions who will make your tour and visit Memorable!

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    5. Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno)

      we will take you to the front for an good and right explanation to this building which is the most important house in the whole country. Our president lives in here and works too. The change of the guard happend in here suppost to be everyday at midday but believe it change all the time, great place to see from outside but we are not going inside

      5 minutes here

    6. Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

      this is another HIGHLIGHT! on your tour, is not other than amazing! of course it has an influence of Spain in the architecture (because we been a colony before) is more than atractive and lovely, sourronded with the first palaces,mansions palaces and castles builded in southamerica, the main garden of the square is very well done treated too, remember before we take you to reach this place we will take you for a walking tour through the Ancash street to visit the "Happy Inka market" where you will see beautiful art of locals, indigenous carvings and textile, you will have an opportunity to get a souvenir in here if you like, recommended

      20 minutes here

    7. Museo Catedral De Lima

      Catedral de Lima

      Pass by without stopping

    8. Lovely street where locals go to enjoy their day, normally you find temporary exhibitions in there, comfortable atmosphere with a always fresh breze in the air. This place hide the MOST IMORTANT sacred rock for the still living natives, this sacred place is still used to do offerings and payments to the gods like mother earth and natives from Peru came here to do different type of rituals including dances to keep their culture and energy alive. Sacred place good to go and learn.

      5 minutes here

    9. This convent is considered the oldest in Southamerica which during the 17th century had the tallest tower in the whole continent, still these days works as convent and has and impressive facade and shiny inside front altar, you will be visiting this place from outside especially.

      5 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Lima

    Inside the shopping center: "Centro Cívico" (Exactly outside "Starbucks Centro Cívico" https://goo.gl/maps/NvBabmpodQw3Zdwt8 )

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Inside the shopping center: "Centro Cívico" (Exactly outside "Starbucks Centro Cívico" https://goo.gl/maps/NvBabmpodQw3Zdwt8 )

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    pt, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Sat
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Tourlebo Perú

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Sat
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    0
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
    Review evidence (18% weight)0
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)62
    Listing quality (10% weight)75
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.

    How much does Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) cost?

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    Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lima usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lima is not rushed.

    Is Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lima, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)?

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    Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lima can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lima and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lima within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Lima?

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    On Outty we rank every Lima experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs., Paracas & Huacachina Premium Experience from Lima. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Lima?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Lima?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)?

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    Included: Entry/Admission - Plaza San Martin; Professional guide; Small group; and Snacks. Not included: Gratuities; and Admission - Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas (15 PEN Soles aprox.). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)?

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    Inside the shopping center: "Centro Cívico" (Exactly outside "Starbucks Centro Cívico" https://goo.gl/maps/NvBabmpodQw3Zdwt8 ) Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) offered in?

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    It is offered in Portuguese and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day)?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Best Experience & Private Lima City Walking Tour (Small Group) (Half Day) if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

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