Lima, Peru 6 Day Itinerary

Lima, Peru: 6-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Downtown Lima

  • Accommodation: Hotel Bolívar or Similar (Located in Miraflores)
  • Activities: Visit Plaza Mayor, Government Palace, Archbishop’s Palace, and San Francisco Monastery. Explore the Cathedral of Lima and the Church of San Francisco.
  • Food: Lunch at “El Mercado” (Ceviche Central) or “La Mar” for delicious Peruvian seafood. Dinner at “Central de la Magia”, try local dishes like Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena.

Day 2: Miraflores & Larcomar

  • Activities: Spend the morning at the Parque del Amor, enjoy the view of the Pacific Ocean. In the afternoon, visit the Larcomar shopping center for shopping and sightseeing.
  • Food: Lunch at “Kanta” or “Zelarayan”, both offering innovative Peruvian cuisine. Dinner at a local cevichería in Miraflores, like “Cebicheito”.

Day 3: Huaca Pucllana & Barranco

  • Activities: Visit the archaeological site of Huaca Pucllana, an adobe pyramid built by the Lima culture. Spend the afternoon exploring the bohemian district of Barranco.
  • Food: Lunch at “Panza Verde” for Peruvian vegetarian dishes. Dinner at “Astrid y Gastón” for a fine dining experience with Peruvian and international influences.

Day 4: Museums & Parks

  • Activities: Visit the Gold Museum (Museo de la Nación) and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MALI). Spend some time at the beautiful Park of Love (Parque del Amor) in Miraflores.
  • Food: Lunch at “Tanta” for a fusion of Peruvian and Asian cuisine. Dinner at “Rafael” for traditional Peruvian dishes in a unique setting.

Day 5: Day trip to Pisco & Paracas

  • Activities: Take a day trip to Pisco and Paracas. Visit the Ballestas Islands (Islas Ballestas) to see sea lions, penguins, and Humboldt penguins. Enjoy a Pisco sour tasting in Pisco town.
  • Food: Lunch at a local restaurant in Paracas. Dinner back in Lima at your accommodation or try “La Lucha Sanguchería” for Peruvian sandwiches.

Day 6: Departure

  • Activities: Spend the morning at leisure, maybe pick up some souvenirs or revisit favorite spots. Transfer to the airport for your departure.
  • Tips: Learn a few basic phrases in Spanish, exchange money before arriving, and wear layers as Lima’s weather can be unpredictable. Enjoy your trip!