Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima
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Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima is a 1.5-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $14 per person. It scores 58 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
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $14 per person
Dive into Lima’s food scene and discover the rich flavors of Peru at your own pace, with your own guide. On this private Taste of Lima experience, your guide will take you to a local food market in the historic center, w
What you get
- Alcoholic beverages
About this experience
Dive into Lima’s food scene and discover the rich flavors of Peru at your own pace, with your own guide. On this private Taste of Lima experience, your guide will take you to a local food market in the historic center, where you’ll explore the incredible diversity that makes Peruvian cuisine one of the most exciting in the world. From smoky anticuchos and rich Peruvian chocolate to exotic fruits, native potatoes, and the iconic pisco, every stop brings a new flavor and a new story. Whether you're into street food, local ingredients, or food culture, this tour is designed to satisfy your curiosity as well as your appetite. Expect a flavorful experience with: • A wide variety of local flavors and street food favorites • Stories behind ingredients, dishes, and cultural influences • The freedom to explore and taste at your own pace • A fun, relaxed, and authentic foodie vibe
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Begin beside La Merced Church and the statue of Ramón Castilla while discovering how the abolition of slavery led to Chinese migration and the birth of Peru’s chifa culture.
10 minutes here
Taste Lima’s famous pan con chicharrón, served with sweet potato, salsa criolla, ají and refreshing chicha morada.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Anticucho stall - Sample smoky Peruvian-style barbecue and discover how marinated beef-heart skewers became one of Lima’s most beloved street foods.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Peruvian Fruit Stall - Encounter a colourful variety of fruits from Peru’s coast, Andes and Amazon, including lúcuma, chirimoya, granadilla and aguaymanto.
5 minutes here
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Natural Juice Stall – Enjoy a freshly prepared lúcuma juice and discover new flavours created with Peru’s exotic fruits.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Spice Stall – Explore the aromatic heart of Peruvian cooking through traditional seasonings, condiments and different varieties of ají.
5 minutes here
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Vegetable and Preparation Stalls – See the vegetables used in everyday Peruvian cuisine and the ingenious services that help local families prepare meals more quickly.
5 minutes here
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Traditional Medicine Stall – Discover medicinal plants, herbs, flowers, superfoods and amulets connected to Peru’s ancestral healing traditions and shamanism.
5 minutes here
Taste an award-winning ceviche prepared with fresh fish, Peruvian lime, ají, red onion, sweet potato and corn.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Walk beneath the symbolic gateway to Latin America’s oldest Chinatown and find your animal among the Chinese zodiac signs.
5 minutes here
Discover a traditional Chinatown establishment where Chinese symbolism accompanies a selection of sweet and savoury snacks.
5 minutes here
Explore a lesser-known corner of the neighbourhood and sample Cantonese dim sum such as min pao and siu mai.
5 minutes here
Taste Peruvian coffee and chocolate while learning about the country’s prized cacao varieties and high-altitude Arabica beans.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Lima Street Food Tour and Local Markets
Traditional Churrería – Enjoy a freshly fried churro and discover how this Spanish dessert developed its own popular Lima identity.
5 minutes here · Admission included
Esbari Ice-Cream Shop – Finish with handcrafted ice cream in traditional and distinctly Peruvian flavours such as lúcuma, passion fruit, soursop and pisco sour.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lima
We meet in front of La Merced Church, by the statue of Ramón Castilla. Please show up on the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time of the tour. Your private guide will carry a red umbrella.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at San Francisco market.
Options you can book
English Tour
Spanish Tour
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
- Legends Walking Tours of Antwerp
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $14 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima cost?
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Prices start at $14 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 Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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 Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 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 Private Tasting Tour A Taste of 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 Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Tasting Tour A Taste of Lima?
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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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Tasting Tour A Taste of 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 Premium Paracas & Huacachina Day Trip from Lima with Sunset Toast, Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour, 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.
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