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The Perfect 5 Days in Lima

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DAY 1

The Big Highlights

  1. Santa Rosa de Lima

    Morning

    Santa Rosa de Lima

    A striking 1974 statue of Lima's patron saint, arms raised, crowned with roses in her sanctuary square.

    7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
  2. Francisco Pizarro

    Afternoon

    Francisco Pizarro

    Imposing equestrian statue honoring the Spanish conqueror who founded Lima, set in the heart of the city.

    2 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
  3. Goddess Feme

    Evening

    Goddess Feme

    A gleaming bronze goddess, replica of Lima's iconic 1651 Plaza Mayor fountain centerpiece.

Where to eat: El Cordano — Sandwiches — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 2

Culture & Icons

  1. Goverment Palace of Peru

    Morning

    Goverment Palace of Peru

    Peru's seat of power facing Plaza Mayor, where history and ceremony unfold behind grand colonial facades.

    4 min walk · 0.3 km to the next stop
  2. Historic Centre of Lima

    Afternoon

    Historic Centre of Lima

    Wander colonial streets where Lima's 16th-century grandeur lives on in stunning baroque churches and plazas.

    7 min walk · 0.5 km to the next stop
  3. Congreso de la República

    Evening

    Congreso de la República

    Step inside Peru's seat of democracy, a grand colonial landmark at the heart of Lima's historic center.

Where to eat: 21.02 Resto & Lounge — International — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 3

Parks & Slower Moments

  1. Parque de la Exposición

    Morning

    Parque de la Exposición

    Lima's oldest public park offers lush gardens, grand fountains, and peaceful walkways in the city's bustling heart.

    2 min walk · 0.2 km to the next stop
  2. Tapada Limeña

    Afternoon

    Tapada Limeña

    A captivating bronze sculpture of Lima's mysterious veiled woman, beckoning admirers to follow her through history.

    14 min walk · 1 km to the next stop
  3. Park of the Reserve

    Evening

    Park of the Reserve

    Dazzling fountains and light shows transform this park into Lima's most enchanting after-dark spectacle.

Where to eat: 500 Grados — Peruvian — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 4

Culture & Icons

  1. Larco Herrera Museum

    Morning

    Larco Herrera Museum

    Explore 5,000 years of pre-Columbian history in a stunning colonial mansion with an incredible artifact collection.

    9 min drive · 1.8 km to the next stop
  2. Parque de las Leyendas

    Afternoon

    Parque de las Leyendas

    Explore Lima's beloved zoo, home to diverse wildlife amid lush gardens in San Miguel.

    26 min drive · 7.4 km to the next stop
  3. Huaca Pucllana

    Evening

    Huaca Pucllana

    Explore a massive pre-Inca ceremonial pyramid rising dramatically from the heart of modern Miraflores.

Where to eat: ADRRA Taberna Criolla Peruana — Peruvian — a well-loved local spot.

DAY 5

Culture & Icons

  1. Torito de Pucará

    Morning

    Torito de Pucará

    Discover Peru's beloved clay bull, a vibrant symbol of Andean tradition and good luck charm.

    18 min drive · 4.7 km to the next stop
  2. Anillos Olímpicos

    Afternoon

    Anillos Olímpicos

    Bold metal Olympic rings rise as a proud symbol of Lima's sporting spirit and city pride.

    1 min walk · 0 km to the next stop
  3. Pierre de Coubertin

    Evening

    Pierre de Coubertin

    Honor the father of the modern Olympics at this tribute to Baron Pierre de Coubertin in Lima.

Where to eat: Aji 555 — Thai — a well-loved local spot.

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