Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima
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Is Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima worth booking?
Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima is a 5.5-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $15 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- From
- $15 per person
Lima, Peru's vibrant capital, is a destination that combines history, culture, and modernity in every corner. In Miraflores, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, well-maintained parks like Amor Park, and a l
What you get
- Private transportation
- Official tourist guide
- Pisco Sour Tastings
About this experience
Lima, Peru's vibrant capital, is a destination that combines history, culture, and modernity in every corner. In Miraflores, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, well-maintained parks like Amor Park, and a lively nightlife. Just minutes away, Barranco will enchant you with its bohemian atmosphere, its colorful streets filled with urban art, and its famous Bajada de los Baños. And if history is your thing, downtown Lima awaits you with its imposing colonial architecture, the majestic Plaza Mayor, and iconic landmarks like the Cathedral and the San Francisco Convent. Exploring these districts is like discovering the multifaceted essence of Lima: a city that captivates you at every turn.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Official tourist guide
- Pisco Sour Tastings
Not included
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Miraflores
We'll begin the tour in the Miraflores district, where we'll visit its main attractions, such as the panoramic view (explanation outside) of Huaca Pucllana, the Love Park where we can appreciate the French kiss created by Víctor Delfín, and also the Chinese Park.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Barranco
Our second stop will be the Plaza de Armas in Barranco, where we can appreciate its library, Chabuca Granda Square, the Bridge of Sighs, the Bajada Balta, and the bohemian Barranco art.
40 minutes here · Admission included
The Gran Hotel Bolívar is an architectural and cultural gem: born as a symbol of modernity in 1924, it expanded in the 1930s, experienced moments of global glory, retains unique historical details, and today looks to the future with the ambition of recovering its former splendor.
10 minutes here
Plaza San Martin
We will stop at Plaza San Martín where we will learn about Lima's historic history in this first plaza, inaugurated on July 27, 1921, as part of the celebrations of the centenary of Peru's independence, and designed by the Spanish architect Manuel Piqueras Cotolí.
10 minutes here
Iglesia y Convento La Merced
After walking through the streets of Jirón de la Unión, we'll head toward La Merced Church, built in 1535 in the Baroque and Churrigueresque style.
10 minutes here
Centro Historico de Lima
We will visit the main square and learn about its main attractions, such as: Government Palace, Lima Cathedral, Santo Domingo, Archbishop's Palace. We'll head to the Chocolate Museum, where we'll taste Peruvian cacao. We'll sample Peru's signature drink, Pisco Sour. We'll then head to the House of Peruvian Literature, the San Francisco Church, and finally return to the hotel.
120 minutes here · Admission included
The Rococo and Mudejar style of Santo Domingo Church dates back to the 1500s and houses the remains of Saint Rose of Lima, Saint Martin de Porres and Saint John Macias.
15 minutes here
Casa de la Literatura Peruana
We will visit the House of Peruvian Literature, where we can appreciate literary works and the history of Mario Vargas Llosa. This being the old Desamparados station.
10 minutes here
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
We will visit the San Francisco de Asís church where the famous Catacombs are located. The catacombs began construction around 1546 as an underground cemetery for the Franciscan order and served until 1810, housing some 25,000 bodies, although recent estimates suggest they may contain more than 100,000 burials due to unexplored galleries.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Finally, we will prepare the Pisco Sour in a craft shop, where you can prepare the Pisco Sour yourself.
25 minutes here
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 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lima América Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $15 to $150
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Lima América Tours, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.3.
See everything Lima América Tours runsWhy this scores 68
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Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima cost?
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Prices start at $15 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 Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima take?
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Plan for about 5.5 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 Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 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 Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima?
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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 Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima?
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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 5.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Lima Highlights Tour: Miraflores Barranco and Downtown Lima 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 Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting, The Complete Lima Experience: History, Culture & Flavors, #1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!. 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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