
Lima City Half Day Tour
Traveler rating
3.2/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lima City Half Day Tour worth booking?
Lima City Half Day Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $29 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.2/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 3.2/5 (5)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $29 per person
The best way to enjoy Lima and its history. This excursion offers Lima’s best attractions in its three historical periods: pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern.
What you get
- Transport
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
About this experience
The best way to enjoy Lima and its history. This excursion offers Lima’s best attractions in its three historical periods: pre-Hispanic, colonial and modern.
What's included
Included
- Transport
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
Not included
- Meals
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Huaca Pucllana
Ancestral Lima We start our tour with a panoramic view of the “Pucllana Pyramid” a magnificent ceremonial and archaeological center built in the 4th century a.D. and considered a “sacred village” by the Incas. The Viceroyalty of Perú was the most important of the Spanish Empire and Lima was its capital.
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
Colonial Lima We visit the Historical Center of Lima, where you will appreciate more than fifty monuments and Colonial edifications, such as the Paseo de la República, the San Martín Square, the Main Square, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, the Cathedral Basilica, and the City Council Palace among others.
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
We will then visit the museum Banco Central de Reserva (closed to the public on Saturday and Sunday afternoon and Monday closed all day) where we will admire the “Treasures of Perú” Collection, a fine selection of objects made of gold, ceramics and textiles from different pre-columbian cultures. Next we will visit the monumental San Francisco Convent, which displays the largest collection of religious art in America. Our highlight will be the visit of the underground vaults, known as “Catacumbas” or Catacombs.
Admission not included
Miraflores
Contemporary Lima We will visit traditional residential areas of Lima, such as El Olivar of San Isidro, Miraflores and Larcomar.
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Machupicchu Latin America
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 1 person per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant rates Not apply if they do not occupy a seat
- Note: If you require an infant seat, we can assign one for an extra cost.
- This tour does not have specific restrictions unless you are in a very bad serious health conditions
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Lima City Half Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour!
Our tour guide, Julio was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about Lima and Peru’s history. The catacombs were amazing and the highlight of the tour.
via Viator
This was not a good tour....
This was not a good tour. I would not recommend it. Book with some other tour company. I would not recommend Viator.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your valed feedback. We feel bad that unfortunatelly looks like you didnt like our services even we provide a free upgrade into a private tour and we visited places as advertized. with one of our best guides Milagros. Again thank you for your comments and we will keep making sure to care deails and deliver better experiences.
via Viator
Fernando was so detailed...
Fernando was so detailed in the tour. I learned so much and very accommodating. I’d so recommend this tour.
via Viator
Service Incomplete
We got this Lima tour half day and it was no visit to the Catacombs and so far no explanation or any type of refund about it? Thank you!
Response from the operator: Dear Traveller, Thank you for your review, we are sorry that we could´t inform you in time that the San Francisco convent was closed so that make us impossible to visit the catacombs. instead we visit the Santo Domingo church and complete all sites of our visit in Lima. Again thank you for your feedback this will help us to improve our services and inform ahead of time and avoid any bad moment.
via Viator
I'm giving this tour 3 stars mainly...
<p>I'm giving this tour 3 stars mainly for the catacombs near the end. That was a highlight for sure, and I'm sad we couldn't take photos. Be aware that when this says half day, it's not really a half day. We were finished in under 4 hours, with quite a bit of time spent for pickups and bus changes. The information I received was good, but not nearly as thorough as I was expecting for a city tour. We didn't stop much except for the historic main district, so it was a bummer to be told of sights while speeding by on the bus. Our bus had both English and Spanish speaking tours, and even though we had headsets to better hear our particular guide, it was distracting to have the other guide speaking the other language on the bus at the same time. Just be aware of that if you have trouble hearing.</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $29 to $139
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Machupicchu Latin America, who run 9 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.5.
See everything Machupicchu Latin America runsWhy this scores 51
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Lima City Half Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Lima City Half Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $29 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 Lima City Half Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.5 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 Lima City Half Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.2/5 across 5 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 Lima City Half Day Tour?
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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 Lima City Half Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lima City Half Day Tour?
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Around 2 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 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lima City Half Day Tour 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 Day Tour From Lima: Paracas, Huacachina, Pisco Vineyard & Sunset, Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Full Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima: Sunset Experience. 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.
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