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4-Hour Lima History Tour with Huaca Pucllana and Catacombs

4 Hours Round trip from Lima Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Marvel at the ancient temple of Huaca Pucllana
  • 02 Learn about the past and present of Lima
  • 03 Admire the magnificent Plaza de Armas or Plaza Mayor
  • 04 Explore the San Francisco Convent and its mysterious Catacombs

Stand in awe of Huaca Pucllana, an ancient adobe and clay pyramid built on seven staggered platforms in Miraflores, before heading to Lima's historic centre. Along the way, hear how Lima was shaped in colonial times, why it was so important to the Spanish, and how the city lives today. See Plaza Mayor, part of UNESCO Cultural Human Heritage since 2000, and visit the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs, where culture, history, mystery, and religious art come together.

Stand in awe of Huaca Pucllana, an ancient adobe and clay pyramid built on seven staggered platforms in Miraflores, before heading to Lima's historic centre.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Lima
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Huaca Pucllana and Lima's Historic Centre

  • If you want to have fun and learn about the history of the City of the Kings, this is your tour. You will be picked up from your accommodation and driven to Miraflores to see Huaca Pucllana. This ancient temple is a remarkable adobe and clay pyramid located in the Miraflores district of central Lima, built on seven staggered platforms.

  • Continuing this amazing experience, it is time to drive to the historic centre of Lima. On the way, your guide will share many stories and explain what Lima is like today, what it was like during colonial times, and why this city was so important to the Spanish.

  • Plaza Mayor has been considered part of UNESCO Cultural Human Heritage since 2000, and when you arrive there, you will understand why.

  • Close to Plaza de Armas is the San Francisco Convent and the Catacombs. This place offers a mix of culture, history, and mystery. Here, you will see how art was used by the Spanish to teach religion to native Peruvians.

  • After this amazing day, you will return to your hotel and can enjoy good conversation about the country's recent years, its history, economics, or any topic you like. We can talk about everything!

Huaca Pucllana, Plaza Mayor, San Francisco Convent and Catacombs

Where this trip takes you

Huaca Pucllana, Plaza Mayor, San Francisco Convent and Catacombs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lima 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Travel buddy specialist/Lima tour guide

  • Private transportation

  • Entrance to the Monastery of San Francisco and the Catacombs

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks not specified

  • Tips

  • Airport pick-up

What to bring

  • It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes, sunblock, and a sweater.

  • Also, keep some money in local currency with you because some small local businesses may not accept credit cards.

Know before you go

  • Private Classic City Experience: Discover the old side of the Peruvian capital. Lima was called "the City of the Kings" during colonial times - enjoy the tour and find out why.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lima, Peru
Tour start
Lima, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Lima.

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