{"id":5885,"date":"2024-04-23T22:42:54","date_gmt":"2024-04-24T03:42:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/?p=5885"},"modified":"2024-04-23T23:11:06","modified_gmt":"2024-04-24T04:11:06","slug":"what-to-do-in-lima","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/what-to-do-in-lima","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Lima"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"WhatMany people from different places want to know \u00abwhat to do in Lima\u00bb, this fascinating and welcoming colonial and republican city offers us unique experiences that combine history, culture, gastronomy and beautiful landscapes that will captivate you from the moment you set foot in this place. full of surprises.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here we bring you some of the best things to do in Lima<\/strong><\/a>, where you will find a city that perfectly combines its colonial past with its vibrant modernity.<\/span><\/p>\n

1.- The Pachacamac Archaeological Site and Museum.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"PachacamacLocated just outside the city of Lima, the Pachacamac ruins<\/strong> are an archaeological gold mine and one of the main attractions in Peru<\/strong><\/a>, a must-see site for all travelers, this place is home to a variety of pyramids, temples, tombs and other structures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step back in time and see how the Incas and ancient cultures lived in a city that has now become one of the largest in the world. Visit this extensive archaeological site and museum with our Pachacamac Tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

2.- Visit The Historical Center.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"CathedralBegin your tour of the most authentic and historical places in Lima<\/strong><\/a>, visiting the Plaza Mayor, where you can see fascinating colonial buildings, the Cathedral of Lima<\/strong>, the House of Pizarro, the Archbishop’s Palace, the church and underground Catacombs of San Francisco, among many others.<\/span><\/p>\n

You cannot miss a visit to this historic center of Lima<\/strong>, its attractions, its historic and vibrant streets. You can also find a local restaurant to taste Peruvian food.<\/span><\/p>\n

3.- Learn How to Cook Typical Peruvian Food.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"TypicalWe also recommend you attend our cooking class in lima, where first you will go to a local market tour accompanied by a tour guide and a chef to learn about our fruits, vegetables and other supplies for a Peruvian kitchen.<\/span><\/p>\n

After the local makert tour, you\u2019ll go to our kitchen where you have all the necessary implements to cook delicious Peruvian food<\/strong><\/a> and spend a fun experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

4.- Visit the incredible Huaca Pucllana.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"HuacaLocated in the heart of Miraflores, the Huaca Pucllana<\/strong> once served as the administrative and ceremonial center of the ancient Lima culture. Built around 400 AD, the adobe pyramid predates Inca masterpieces like Machu Picchu<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

To add to its mystique, in 2010 a group of mummies were discovered at the site. Tours are offered daily.<\/span><\/p>\n

5.- The Magic Water Park.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"TheIn the magical water circuit you can enjoy water fountains, with light shows with a variety of colors, among others. The most popular fountain in this park is the Dream Maze where you will undoubtedly have a fun and soaking time while trying to reach the center of the maze.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, every night you can enjoy an unforgettable light show where there will be music and lights together, without a doubt an experience that you cannot miss.<\/span><\/p>\n

6.- Drink a Glass of Pisco Sour.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"PiscoPisco Sour is an emblematic drink and flag of Peru<\/strong> and has a rich history that reflects the culture and tradition of the country. The opportunity to try this drink is an authentic Peruvian experience<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

This cocktail has a perfect balance between sweet, sour and bitter. The fresh and citrus flavor of lemon mixes with the softness of pisco, creating a unique flavor experience. You can try it at local bars or restaurants.<\/span><\/p>\n

7.- The Larco Museum Tour.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\"LarcoLocated within a viceregal mansion with more than 35,000 pieces of archaeological collection, Don Rafael Larco was a collector of these pieces, which is why he founded this museum which today is recognized as one of the best in the world.<\/span><\/p>\n

This museum offers you a day full of surprising archaeological pieces that you can enjoy and take photographs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lima is a dynamic and fun city. Here you will always find new places to visit and new activities. If you come to Peru<\/strong><\/a>, your first visit will be to Lima<\/strong>. Now you know what you can do during your stay in this city. I recommend you to enjoy your visit because in Lima you can enjoy yourself like kings.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Many people from different places want to know \u00abwhat to do in Lima\u00bb, this fascinating and welcoming colonial and republican city offers us unique experiences that combine history, culture, gastronomy and beautiful landscapes that will captivate you from the moment you set foot in this place. full of surprises. Here we bring you some of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5886,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5885","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sin-categoria-en"],"views":783,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5885","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5885"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5885\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5902,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5885\/revisions\/5902"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5886"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5885"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5885"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cuscojourneys.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5885"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}