The Best of Lima Tour: History, Society, Economy, Catacombs & Drinks

9.8
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Provided by: Secret Food Tour
Duration
2 hours
Meeting point
Pizarro's Statue in Santa Rosa Street
Languages
English, French +5
From €0
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Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

If you have just one day to explore Lima, indulge in a variety of refreshing beverages that are included, such as the local specialty chicha morada, as well as pisco sours, unique drinks, macerated beverages, chocolate concoctions, and more, should you wish to pause for tasting (consider joining our additional comprehensive tasting tour at a different time following this Highlights free walking tour that you are currently reserving here). Also, remember to savor our exquisite local cuisine during lunch.

Quality beverages like pisco are likely to be provided at some locations; however, should you desire further options, an Upgraded drinks package with a carefully selected assortment is available for your enjoyment.

We will guide you through concealed pathways, significant palaces, cathedrals, cemeteries, principal squares, and age-old streets rich with ancestral families, politics, history, and also hidden beverage treasures, while sharing various insights and recommendations that you can utilize throughout the remainder of your journey in Peru.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:

  • McDonald's
  • El Parquetito
  • Kennedy Park
  • Starbucks
  • Lima Main Square
  • Tagle Palace
  • San Pedro
  • Lima's Convent
  • National Bank
  • Peruvian Parlament
  • Abancay Avenue
  • Stoke Market
  • Sweet Shop La Union
  • Statue to Victor Andres Belaunde
  • Goyeneche House
  • Limenian Fries break

Meeting point

Pizarro's Statue in Santa Rosa Street

On arrival

One of the safest places around the world, according to Safest Cities in the World 2025.
From anywhere in the city you are staying, just take an Uber in advance or ask us to pick you up, and be happy.

Things to note

Come from any place in any district of Lima and enjoy the Hidden Historic Centre of Lima with me. Lima is a safer city according World Travel Awards!

Important advice: You are free to take some Peruvian drinks during some of our stops because they are Free!

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.

Rating
9.8
Organisation
9.6
Atmosphere
10.0
Content
9.9
Guide
10.0
Usefulness
10.0
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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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