Lima City Tour with Magic Water Show and Local Dinner
by Haku Tours
Overview
The tour begins with a pickup from your hotel at 2:15 pm in the Barranco, Miraflores, San Isidro, or downtown Lima areas. You start with a walking tour through Lima’s historic center, visiting Plaza San Martin where the guide explains the city’s history and local life. Next, you walk along Jiron de La Union street, observing its architecture, wooden balconies, stone carvings, churches, shops, and local eateries. The tour continues with a visit to the Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas, where you explore the monastery and its underground catacombs while learning about Lima’s colonial-era culture. Then you view the Presidential Palace from outside and hear about its significance and the changing of the guard. Nearby, you stop at Peru’s oldest official bar to see its vintage interior and learn about its famous patrons. You then see the Museo Catedral De Lima to observe its architecture and history. A walk follows to a local street known for temporary art exhibits and a sacred rock important to indigenous communities, still used for spiritual offerings. Afterward, you pass by the oldest convent in South America and may enter if open, otherwise viewing its façade from the vehicle. The group visits Plaza de Armas, surrounded by early colonial buildings, and strolls along Ancash Street to the Happy Inka Market for indigenous art and textiles. The day ends with a visit to the Circuito Magico Del Agua, a large fountain park featuring 13 fountains with interactive water features and a two-hour night laser and music show. Dinner at a local restaurant is included, and hotel pickup and drop-off are provided. The entire tour lasts about seven hours.
Highlights
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Itinerary
Plaza San Martin
The guide leads a visit to this square known for its pleasant atmosphere. Visitors receive an introduction to Peru’s history, culture, and daily life from the guide.
20 min
Jiron de La Union
This street features panoramic views and architecture including wooden balconies, stone carvings, and ornate churches. The area has traditional shops, chicken restaurants, and local music contributing to its lively environment.
40 min
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
The tour proceeds through Ucayali and Lampa streets to the Monastery of San Francisco. Visitors explore the interior and the underground catacombs while learning about Lima’s colonial culture from the 16th to 18th centuries.
30 min
Presidential Palace (Palacio de Gobierno)
A panoramic view of the Presidential Palace is provided with an explanation of its role as the President’s residence and workplace. The guide describes the building’s architecture and the daily changing of the guard.
5 min
Oldest Official Bar
Next to the Presidential Palace, the group visits Peru’s oldest official bar. This venue is famous for its vintage character and history with patrons like Ernest Hemingway and former presidents.
5 min
Museo Catedral De Lima
Visitors observe the cathedral’s architecture and learn about its historical significance.
5 min
Local Street with Sacred Rock
The group walks along a street known for temporary art exhibitions and a fresh coastal breeze. The area contains an important sacred rock still used today by native communities for spiritual offerings.
5 min
Oldest Convent in South America
The tour passes the oldest convent, which once had South America’s tallest tower in the 17th century. Visitors may enter if doors are open to see the interior; otherwise, they view the façade from the vehicle.
5 min
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
The group visits the square surrounded by colonial palaces, mansions, and historic residences, featuring a central garden. Before arriving, the tour stops at the Happy Inka Market on Ancash Street for local artwork, carvings, and textiles.
20 min
Circuito Magico Del Agua
The tour ends at this large fountain park with 13 fountains, many interactive. The nighttime laser and music show lasts about two hours and is synchronized with classical and Peruvian music.
120 min
Meeting point
Dear client, if you don't want pick up, you can meet us at our office located at Av. Jose Larco 724, Miraflores.
End point
Dear client, if you don't want pick up, you can meet us at our office located at Av. Jose Larco 724, Miraflores.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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