Itinerary Lima

June is an excellent season to visit Lima: it’s the start of the dry winter on the coast, with mild temperatures, minimal rainfall, and frequent misty mornings. Ideal for city exploration, museum visits, culinary tours, and experiencing Peru’s world-class gastronomy.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	1,400 USD
🏨 Accommodations	600 USD
🧳 Gear	50 USD
🗺️ On-site	400 USD
Total	2,450 USD

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇵🇪 Lima - 5 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏛️ Plaza Mayor & Historic Center ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • UNESCO-listed square, surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral, and Archbishop’s Palace. Great introduction to Lima’s colonial history.

• [ ] 🏛️ Cathedral of Lima ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • An architectural masterpiece with stunning interiors and the tomb of Francisco Pizarro. Arrive early to avoid crowds.

• [ ] 🏛️ Convento de San Francisco & Catacombs ⭐⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Baroque complex famous for its underground catacombs and impressive library. Guided tours recommended.

• [ ] 🎨 Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Exceptional collection of Peruvian art from pre-Columbian to contemporary times. Visit in the morning for peaceful viewing.

• [ ] 🎨 Museo Larco ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Renowned for its exquisite pre-Columbian ceramics and gold artifacts in a beautifully landscaped garden. Café onsite for lunch.

• [ ] 🏙️ Barranco District ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Lima’s bohemian quarter, with colorful street art, historic mansions, and a laid-back vibe. Stroll the Puente de los Suspiros.

• [ ] 🌳 Malecón de Miraflores ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Scenic clifftop boardwalks with panoramic Pacific views, parks, and paragliding launch spots.

• [ ] 🏛️ Huaca Pucllana ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • An ancient adobe pyramid in Miraflores dating to 400 AD. Take a guided tour and dine at the acclaimed onsite restaurant.

• [ ] 🎨 MAC Lima – Contemporary Art Museum ⭐ (~1h)

  • Rotating exhibitions by Peruvian and Latin American artists. Combine with Barranco visit.

• [ ] 🌳 Parque Kennedy ⭐ (~1h)

  • The heart of Miraflores, known for its resident cats, street food, and lively atmosphere.

• [ ] 🏙️ Amano Pre-Columbian Textile Museum ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Small but fascinating collection of ancient textiles and ceramics.

• [ ] 🛍️ Inca Market ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Ideal for picking up handcrafted souvenirs: alpaca, silver jewelry, and ceramics.

• [ ] 🏛️ Casa Aliaga ⭐⭐ (~1h, guided)

  • Oldest inhabited colonial mansion in the Americas, filled with precious antiques.

• [ ] 🏙️ Chinatown & Mercado Central ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • A vibrant maze of small shops, Chinese-Peruvian food, and unique local flavors.

• [ ] 🏙️ Pueblo Libre Neighborhood ⭐ (~1h)

  • Authentic, non-touristy district, home to Museo Larco and peñas (traditional music).

• [ ] 🌳 Parque de la Reserva / Circuito Mágico del Agua ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h, best after dark)

  • Impressive water and light fountain show – combine with evening stroll.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Ayahuasca Restobar ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Stylish bar in Barranco—innovative cocktails, colonial mansion setting, local crowd.

• [ ] 🍽️ Central Restaurante ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • World-renowned fine dining experience; book months in advance.

• [ ] 🍽️ Maido ⭐⭐⭐ (~2.5h)

  • Peruvian Nikkei cuisine, consistently in the world’s best restaurants list.

• [ ] 🍸 La Emolientería ⭐ (~1h)

  • Casual bar specializing in traditional herbal drinks with a contemporary twist.

• [ ] 🍽️ Isolina Taberna Peruana ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Home-style Peruvian dishes in Barranco, communal tables, lively ambiance.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Mercado Surquillo ⭐⭐

  • Local market—ceviche stands, juice bars, affordable classics (lunch or breakfast).

• [ ] 🍜 La Mar Cebichería ⭐⭐⭐

  • Lima’s legendary cebichería—must try the classic ceviche and tiraditos (midday).

• [ ] 🍜 El Bodegón ⭐⭐

  • Retro-style bistro, Peruvian comfort food, good pisco cocktails.

• [ ] 🍜 Panchita ⭐⭐

  • Creole cuisine, focus on grilled anticuchos—popular with locals.

• [ ] 🍜 Tanta ⭐

  • Gastón Acurio’s relaxed eatery, sandwiches and sweet treats.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Callao Monumental (~2h)

  • Street art area and urban renewal district—visit during the day for safety.

• [ ] 🏙️ Parque Kennedy (again, cat feeding hour!) (~0.5h)

  • Early evening—locals feeding the famous cats.

• [ ] 🏙️ Horseback ride at Parque Ecológico Loma Amarilla (~1h)

  • For a bit of urban nature and relaxation, preferred by locals.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇵🇪 Lima

• [ ] 🎬 The Milk of Sorrow (La Teta Asustada) (2009) — ⭐ 7.0 — Award-winning Peruvian drama set in Lima’s outskirts — Amazon Prime
• [ ] 🎬 Magallanes (2015) — ⭐ 6.7 — Taxi driver’s encounter with his past against a Lima backdrop — Netflix
• [ ] 📺 Street Food: Latin America – Lima episode (2020) — ⭐ 8.2 — Portrait of Lima’s food culture — Netflix

🍜 Local specialties

🇵🇪 Lima

• [ ] Ceviche (fresh fish cured in lime, red onion, chili)
• [ ] Lomo Saltado (stir-fried beef with vegetables and fries)
• [ ] Anticuchos (grilled marinated beef heart skewers)
• [ ] Tacu Tacu (beans and rice pancake, often with seafood)
• [ ] Aji de Gallina (creamy chicken stew with yellow chili)
• [ ] Pisco Sour (Peru’s iconic cocktail)

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇵🇪 Lima

1. 🌤️ Plaza Mayor
2. 🌤️ Museo Larco
3. 🌤️ Huaca Pucllana
4. 🌤️ Miraflores Malecón
5. 🌤️ Barranco District
6. 🌙 Ayahuasca Restobar
7. 🌙 Parque de la Reserva (Magic Water Circuit)
8. 🛍️ Inca Market
9. 🛍️ Mercado Surquillo
10. 🏨 Casa Andina Select Miraflores
11. 🏨 Hotel B (Barranco)
12. 🏨 JW Marriott Lima
13. 🍽️ Central Restaurante
14. 🍽️ La Mar Cebichería
15. 🍽️ Isolina Taberna Peruana

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Lima
• [ ] ✈️ Lima → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Lima	5	Casa Andina Select Miraflores	600 USD
Total	5 nights		600 USD