Experience Lima: Colonial or bohemian tour?
To start off, Lima is not just a quick stop-over city. This city is much more than the gastronomic capital of South America—it’s a city where history, art, and tradition intertwine. Stroll through its UNESCO-listed historic center, admire grand colonial architecture, and uncover stories in centuries-old churches and mansions. Discover contemporary art in Barranco’s galleries, feel the rhythm of Peruvian dances, and explore vibrant neighborhoods where traditions are still alive.
LIMA CITY TOUR
Discover Lima through its colonial heartbeat, where Spanish balconies, cobblestone streets, and baroque façades tell the story of a city once known as the “City of Kings.” This private city tour begins in the Plaza de Armas, the grand square that has witnessed centuries of triumphs, traditions, and transformations. Here, the colonial architecture surrounds you—cathedrals, palaces, and arcades blending history with daily life.
From there, you will enter the San Francisco Monastery, one of Lima’s most iconic colonial landmarks, and descend into its catacombs—an underground world that reveals another layer of the city’s past. (Depending on traffic, your visit may be adjusted to include the Santo Domingo Convent or the Cathedral, both equally rich in history and colonial charm.)
Continue on to Casa Aliaga, a true colonial gem and the oldest continuously inhabited family home in the Americas. Still occupied by the same family that received the land from Francisco Pizarro nearly 500 years ago, its preserved rooms bring Lima’s colonial grandeur to life. The journey concludes at the Larco Museum, home to one of South America’s finest collections of pre-Columbian art.
This tour is a step back in time—an immersion into Lima’s colonial soul.
BARRANCO BOHEMIAN TOUR
Discover Lima’s most artistic soul on a journey through Barranco, the city’s bohemian quarter. Once a seaside retreat for Lima’s aristocracy, Barranco later became a haven for writers, musicians, and painters who transformed its streets into an open-air gallery of creativity. Today, the district is celebrated in publications like Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet for its vibrant mix of history, street art, and contemporary culture.
Stroll along colorful streets lined with colonial-era mansions now reborn as art galleries, cafés, and boutique shops. Cross the iconic “Puente de los suspiros” (Bridge of Sighs), said to grant wishes if you hold your breath while making a silent promise, and take in the sweeping views of the Pacific from the cliffs below. As the sun sets, Barranco comes alive with live music, bars, and the unmistakable energy of Lima’s creative heartbeat.
Also a must-visit here takes you to the elegant Pedro de Osma Museum, where colonial art meets stunning architecture. We can also add some visits to local modern art galleries of the area, like Jade Rivera, a young local artist whose work is also imprinted and can be found around the district.
Add in ocean views, quirky cafés, ice cream shops and a vibrant arts scene, and you’ll see why Barranco is often called Lima’s most enchanting district.
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