Lima 4-Hour City Tour: Love Park, Historic Center, San Francisco Catacombs
by Inca Trilogy Tours
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$40Overview
This 4-hour tour of Lima includes transportation and an official guide. The tour begins with a visit to Love Park (El Parque del Amor) in Miraflores, where visitors spend about 20 minutes enjoying the colorful park and views of the sea, including the central sculpture "El Beso" by Víctor Delfín. Next, the group passes by Huaca Pucllana, an archaeological site from the Lima culture, for a 10-minute panoramic view from outside. The tour then continues to Lima's Historic Center with a walking visit lasting approximately 50 minutes. Here, the guide explains the history of the old viceroyalty while showing key landmarks such as Plaza de Armas, the Lima Cathedral, the archiepiscopal palace, and the government palace. Afterward, the tour includes a visit to the ChocoMuseo, where the history of chocolate and cocoa in Peru is presented, along with tastings of chocolate-based liquors and jams. The group then enters the San Francisco Convent for a 60-minute guided visit of its cloisters and the underground Catacombs, an ossuary with well-preserved remains and religious symbolism. Following this, there is free time to explore nearby local shops and an optional complimentary tasting of Pisco Sour. The tour ends with a 30-minute stop at Plaza San Martín, a historic square symbolizing Peru’s independence, surrounded by notable architecture and suitable for photos. Pick-up is included from hotels, the airport, or a meeting point, depending on the selected booking option. Lunch and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
El Parque del Amor
Pickup is arranged from the selected location which may be a hotel in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro, Jorge Chávez International Airport, or a designated meeting point. The park is located in Miraflores and is known for its romantic atmosphere and views of the sea. It features colorful decorations and the central sculpture "El Beso" by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín.
20 min
Huaca Pucllana
This stop offers a panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, a sacred complex from the Lima culture, seen from the outside during the bus tour.
10 min
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
A walking segment through Lima's Historic Center including main squares, streets, and churches. The guide explains the history of the old viceroyalty of Peru and points out architectural landmarks around the main square, such as the cathedral, archiepiscopal palace, and government palace. After the walk, the group visits the ChocoMuseo to learn about the history of chocolate and cocoa in Peru, with opportunities to taste typical chocolate liquors and jams.
50 min
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Visitors enter the San Francisco Convent to see the cloisters and explore the Catacombs, an underground ossuary noted for its preservation and symbolism. This part of the tour explains Lima's colonial religious past. Afterward, guests have free time to visit nearby shops and may taste the traditional Peruvian drink Pisco Sour, offered as an optional complimentary sample.
60 min
Plaza San Martín
The tour ends with a short stop at Plaza San Martín, a square famous as a symbol of Peru’s independence. It is surrounded by historic buildings and provides a final opportunity for photos and to experience the atmosphere of the Historic Center.
30 min
Meeting point
Clients who choose the meeting point option for this tour will be picked up at Parque del Amor in Miraflores. One day before the tour, our team will contact you to confirm the exact pick-up time and share the details of your assigned guide, ensuring a smooth and well-organized experience.
End point
Meeting point for the Essential option is at Gran Hotel Bolívar, Plaza San Martín. One day before the tour, we will contact you to provide your guide’s details and the exact meeting instructions.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Lima 4-Hour City Tour: Love Park, Historic Center, San Francisco Catacombs
by Inca Trilogy Tours
Choose from 5 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$40Overview
This 4-hour tour of Lima includes transportation and an official guide. The tour begins with a visit to Love Park (El Parque del Amor) in Miraflores, where visitors spend about 20 minutes enjoying the colorful park and views of the sea, including the central sculpture "El Beso" by Víctor Delfín. Next, the group passes by Huaca Pucllana, an archaeological site from the Lima culture, for a 10-minute panoramic view from outside. The tour then continues to Lima's Historic Center with a walking visit lasting approximately 50 minutes. Here, the guide explains the history of the old viceroyalty while showing key landmarks such as Plaza de Armas, the Lima Cathedral, the archiepiscopal palace, and the government palace. Afterward, the tour includes a visit to the ChocoMuseo, where the history of chocolate and cocoa in Peru is presented, along with tastings of chocolate-based liquors and jams. The group then enters the San Francisco Convent for a 60-minute guided visit of its cloisters and the underground Catacombs, an ossuary with well-preserved remains and religious symbolism. Following this, there is free time to explore nearby local shops and an optional complimentary tasting of Pisco Sour. The tour ends with a 30-minute stop at Plaza San Martín, a historic square symbolizing Peru’s independence, surrounded by notable architecture and suitable for photos. Pick-up is included from hotels, the airport, or a meeting point, depending on the selected booking option. Lunch and gratuities are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
El Parque del Amor
Pickup is arranged from the selected location which may be a hotel in Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro, Jorge Chávez International Airport, or a designated meeting point. The park is located in Miraflores and is known for its romantic atmosphere and views of the sea. It features colorful decorations and the central sculpture "El Beso" by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín.
20 min
Huaca Pucllana
This stop offers a panoramic view of the Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site, a sacred complex from the Lima culture, seen from the outside during the bus tour.
10 min
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
A walking segment through Lima's Historic Center including main squares, streets, and churches. The guide explains the history of the old viceroyalty of Peru and points out architectural landmarks around the main square, such as the cathedral, archiepiscopal palace, and government palace. After the walk, the group visits the ChocoMuseo to learn about the history of chocolate and cocoa in Peru, with opportunities to taste typical chocolate liquors and jams.
50 min
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Visitors enter the San Francisco Convent to see the cloisters and explore the Catacombs, an underground ossuary noted for its preservation and symbolism. This part of the tour explains Lima's colonial religious past. Afterward, guests have free time to visit nearby shops and may taste the traditional Peruvian drink Pisco Sour, offered as an optional complimentary sample.
60 min
Plaza San Martín
The tour ends with a short stop at Plaza San Martín, a square famous as a symbol of Peru’s independence. It is surrounded by historic buildings and provides a final opportunity for photos and to experience the atmosphere of the Historic Center.
30 min
Meeting point
Clients who choose the meeting point option for this tour will be picked up at Parque del Amor in Miraflores. One day before the tour, our team will contact you to confirm the exact pick-up time and share the details of your assigned guide, ensuring a smooth and well-organized experience.
End point
Meeting point for the Essential option is at Gran Hotel Bolívar, Plaza San Martín. One day before the tour, we will contact you to provide your guide’s details and the exact meeting instructions.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.