Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao
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Is Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao worth booking?
Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao is a 5-hour experience in Lima, Peru, from $70 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 31 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (31)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Enjoy and take advantage of your stop in the city of Lima. Our Cultural and Historical city tour, where a local guide will accompany you from your arrival at the port of Callao and will pick you up in a tourist transport
What you get
- 1 bottle of water
- Entrance to Huaca Pucllana
- Entrances to the Convent and Museum of San Francisco
- Official Tourism Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
About this experience
Enjoy and take advantage of your stop in the city of Lima. Our Cultural and Historical city tour, where a local guide will accompany you from your arrival at the port of Callao and will pick you up in a tourist transport and then go to the heart of the historic center of Lima and on the way, you will tell the historical background of the old viceroyalty of the Peru, then we will visit the most emblematic places of the city of the kings, such as the museum and convent of San Francisco, the Plaza de Armas of Lima and the archaeological center Huaca Pucllana.
What's included
Included
- 1 bottle of water
- Entrance to Huaca Pucllana
- Entrances to the Convent and Museum of San Francisco
- Official Tourism Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Feeding
- Tips
What you'll see and do
Callao
Arrival at the Port of Callao We begin our tour by picking up each traveler from El Puerto del Callao. Welcome to Peru! Disembark at the historic Port of Callao and take some time to explore this iconic seaport. Pick-up is offered to the traveler Meeting point:
30 minutes here
El Parque del Amor
We will visit the Parque del Amor located in the famous Miraflores neighborhood, it is one of the best things to do in Lima. Opened on Valentine's Day in 1993, in honor of lovers, this is the perfect place to walk and sit on its benches, made with colored mosaics reminiscent of Park Güell in Barcelona, while you read the different phrases of poets dedicated to the love. In the park there is also the famous sculpture "The Kiss", by Peruvian sculptor Víctor Delfín, and a heart-shaped flower garden.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Huaca Pucllana
The Huaca Pucllana is an ancient archaeological complex located in Lima, Peru. Its panoramic view offers an impressive view of a pre-Inca pyramidal structure that stands out in the middle of the modern city. Discover the ancestral history of Lima as you contemplate the majesty of Huaca Pucllana from the outside and appreciate the unique fusion between pre-Columbian culture and contemporary life. Visit this fascinating archaeological site and immerse yourself in Peru's past!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Plaza San Martin
Continuing our adventure we will arrive at PLAZA SAN MARTIN. Once we arrive at this square you will find yourself surrounded by historical buildings such as the Teatro Colón, the Giacoletti building and the Gran Hotel Bolívar and in the center of the square the statue in honor of General San Martín, manager of the independence of Peru.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Jiron de La Union
The Jirón de la Unión has been, for many years, the main thoroughfare in the Historic Center of Lima. It has history, color and an attractive commercial activity. Tour with us the best of its eleven blocks. Starting from PLAZA SAN MARTIN, we begin to “jirone” next to the Government Palace, which occupies an entire block until we reach the Plaza Mayor. The Municipal Palace and the famous Club de la Unión are located on this straight. A few more steps and we will find, perhaps, the most important example of Art Nouveau (French artistic movement) in Lima: the photographic studio of the Courret brothers. On block 5 is the O'Higgins House, currently preserved by the PUCP and converted into an exhibition hall; and a few meters from there we can enjoy the new pisco sour ice cream offered by the Esbari Ice Cream Shop.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Jiron de La Union
Our next stop is the church of Nuestra Señora de La Merced which dates back to the 16th century. Crossing Emancipación Avenue we will see what remains of the famous Palais Concert, a meeting place for Lima's intellectual elite during the 1920s and 1940s. In Plaza San Martín we are welcomed by the first luxury hotel in our capital, the Hotel Bolívar, and the imposing, but disused, Teatro Colón. Two buildings that remind us of the splendor of the Lima of yesteryear.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
The Plaza de Armas or Plaza Mayor, located in the heart of the historic center and in the same place where the conqueror Francisco Pizarro founded the city in 1535, is one of the most important places to visit in Lima. Surrounded by some of the most important buildings in the city such as the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Archbishop's Palace and the Sagrario Church, this spacious square is also a good meeting point between tourists and locals around a beautiful fountain, being the most famous and busiest place in the city.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Another of the places that we will visit in Lima that will impress you the most will be the Monastery of San Francisco, located near the Plaza de Armas. Very famous for its catacombs and its incredible library, where you can admire thousands of ancient texts, some from the time of the Spanish conquest, this monastery also has a basilica where the neoclassical style main altar, the sacristy, the chapter house and the cloister. It is also known for its enormous catacombs where some 70,000 corpses rest, some of them in crypts full of bones that have even been placed "with a decorative sense."
60 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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Inca Trilogy Tours S.A.C
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lima.
How much does Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao cost?
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Prices start at $70 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 Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao take?
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Plan for about 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 Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 31 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 Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao?
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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 Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao?
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Around 11 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao 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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