Lima Colonial Houses Tour
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lima Colonial Houses Tour worth booking?
Lima Colonial Houses Tour is a 4-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $48 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $48 per person
Most tours offered by travel agencies includes a visit to one or two churches, but if you would like to visit the city of Lima from another perspective and approach, we offer you a different tour. Most of our guides has
What you get
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (San Isidro, Miraflores & Barranco)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English-speaking licensed tour guide
About this experience
Most tours offered by travel agencies includes a visit to one or two churches, but if you would like to visit the city of Lima from another perspective and approach, we offer you a different tour. Most of our guides has more than 10 years of experience and will make sure that you will enjoy and maximize your staying in the capital of Peru.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off (San Isidro, Miraflores & Barranco)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- English-speaking licensed tour guide
What you'll see and do
Plaza San Martin
The second most important square in the colonial area of Lima, buitl in the early 1900 and named after the Liberator Jose de San Martin (George Washington for peruvians), with delightfull buildings around it of beaux-arts architecture. Also the first 5-star hotel "Bolivar" (named after the second liberator), which was built by the peruvian arquitect Rafael Marquina who studied in the Cornell University.
15 minutes here · Admission included
The first colonial house included in this tour, the place dates from the early years of the colonial period, it still preserves the original layout of the courtyard-houses (that is how the colonial houses are known), it was inhabited by a very popular composer "Rosa Mercedes Ayarza" who was the first female orchestra director in Perú.
30 minutes here
Jiron de La Union
Union street was "the street" in the colonial times, for many years it was the most important street in the city, characterized as the most "aristocratic" and where the most famous inhabitants met. Nice stores, great restaurants, movie theaters, cafe-shops and offices made the street very fascinating to walk by.
20 minutes here
Casa de Aliaga
Esta Casa data de la época colonial, construida en el siglo XVI a pocos años después de la conquista española. Don Jerónimo de Aliaga y Ramírez, fue un hombre de confianza de Francisco Pizarro y llegó a ocupar el cargo de Tesorero. Esta casona ha sido habitada por 17 generaciones y actualmente pertenece a la misma familia Aliaga, un caso único en América, el edificio ha tenido cambios y reconstrucciones a lo largo de los años.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Centro Historico de Lima
Luego de recogerlos nos iremos desde Miraflores (o el punto que nos indiquen) hacia el Centro Histórico de Lima, veremos las avenidas principales, Plaza San Martin, el Palacio de Justicia, monumentos, Plaza Mayor, Catedral de Lima (exterior), Palacio de Gobierno, Municipalidad de Lima y la Casa Aliaga.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 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 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mullu Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Lima Colonial Houses Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Warning and do not recommend this tour operator
We had to pay an additional USD 45.00 (i.e. USD 180 total for 3 people and not the USD 135 indicated) for the equivalent of a fourth person because we were told (after the purchase was made and confirmed) that a minimum of 4 people were required (there were 3 of us), that the additional payment be in cash directly to them because otherwise it was cancelled. They took us to the House of Aliaga and Fernandini despite the fact that the page indicates that it will be the house of Aliaga and the Rosa Mercedes Ayarza Creole Culture. Lack of communication and transparency.
via Viator (translated)
Interesting tour of Colonial Aristocracy with wonderful guide
Carlos, our guide and the owner of the tour co, was wonderful. He spoke perfect English and was knowledgeable, kind and funny. The two houses we saw were interesting and a great way to dive deeper into the colonial lives of the aristocracy. This was our second visit to Lima so we wanted to see something different than the typical intro to Lima tours and glad we did this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Lima Colonial Houses Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Lima Colonial Houses Tour cost?
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Prices start at $48 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 Colonial Houses Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Colonial Houses Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 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 Colonial Houses 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 Colonial Houses Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Lima Colonial Houses Tour?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lima Colonial Houses 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 Paracas & Huacachina Premium Experience from Lima, Day Tour From Lima: Paracas, Huacachina, Pisco Vineyard & Sunset, Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast. 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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