Free tour Lima downtown - Historic center of Lima

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Provided by: Lima by Walking
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Jirón de la Unión 986, Lima, Peru (Gran Hotel Bolívar)
Languages
English, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

Join us from Monday to Saturday to visit together the Historic Center of Lima, the oldest part of the city where the traditional Lima culture meets the modern capital.

Our local guides will show you the history of the city, its gastronomy and curiosities that surround this iconic place, book now!

Meeting point, dates and schedule
The tour starts outside the Gran Hotel Bolivar (Jiron de la Union 986), located in the Plaza San Martin in the Historic Center of Lima.
Monday to Saturday and lasts 2 hours approx.

Itinerary:
- San Martin Square
- Jiron de la Union
- La Merced Church
- Plaza de Armas (Government Palace, Lima Cathedral and more)
- House of Peruvian Gastronomy
- House of Peruvian Literature
- San Francisco Church and Convent

how to recognize a tour guide?
You will always recognize us wearing a CELESTIAL VEST with the map of Peru on the back and the name LIMA BY WALKING.

Additional recommendations
Wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Always carry money with you in case of any situation.
Follow the advice of your tour guide.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
Requires at least 4 participants to run
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • Plaza San Martín
  • Iglesia de La Merced
  • Lima Main Square
  • Archbishop's Palace of Lima
  • Municipal Palace of Lima
  • Casa de la Literatura Peruana
  • Cathedral of Lima
  • Casa de la Gastronomía peruana
  • Muninet Parque La Muralla
  • Government Palace of Peru
  • Guía de turismo acreditado
  • Pisco tasting

Meeting point

Jirón de la Unión 986, Lima, Peru (Gran Hotel Bolívar)

On arrival

MAIN meeting point in the Historic Center of Lima.
The tour will start outside the Gran Hotel Bolivar (Jiron de la Union 986) at the corresponding time. It can be: 10 am, 11 am, 3 pm.
This hotel is located in the Plaza San Martin in the Historic Center of Lima.

how to recognize the tour guide?
You will always recognize us wearing a CELESTIAL VEST with the map of Peru on the back and the name LIMA BY WALKING. You can contact Ricardo (head of service) at +51961818501

Things to note

Important:
If you are staying far from the Historic Center of Lima, TAXIS CAN TAKE OVER AN HOUR to get there. Take your precautions.

Payment for the tour:
This tour is based on tips. The suggested payment is $10 USD per person, but there is no minimum or maximum amount. Remember that this is a private service that is NOT financially subsidized by the government.

More information:
If you need more information or have any doubts, you can contact Ricardo (Head of the service) at the following whatsapp number +51961818501

How can the tour be free?

Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.

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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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