Our City Tour + Catacomb Tour is distinguished by offering a unique combination of history, culture and mystery in the heart of Lima. Unlike other tours, we start with a tour of the city’s most emblematic monuments, allowing you to get to know Peru’s rich colonial heritage. The experience culminates with a visit to the enigmatic catacombs of the Convent of San Francisco, where you can explore a place that is a true testament to Lima’s past. Ideal for those looking for an adventure that transcends the superficial, this tour will allow you to connect with the history of the city in an unforgettable way. Don’t miss the opportunity to live this unique experience!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Includes entrance ticket to the San Francisco Church and its Catacombs
✔ Pick up from your hotel or airbnb
✔ Tourist transport pick-up and return
✔ Professional Guide
✖ DOES NOT INCLUDE BREAKFAST, LUNCHES AND DRINKS
Pickup Locations
1. Nhow Lima
2. Hotel Virreynal by Maysa
3. Hotel Stefanos Deluxe
4. Lima Hotel Milani
5. Green Orchid Hostel
6. Open Guest House
7. Lima Hotel Milani
8. Upper Pardo - Luxury Condo
9. Hahn des Felsens
10. Hahn Des Felsen Oxapampa
11. Septima Maravilla
12. Hotel Meridian Playa Grande
13. Buongiorno Suites Lima
14. Hostal Luma Suite
15. Hostal Sol de America
16. Santa Rosa Apartotel-Centro Historico
17. Hospedaje Senegal Cerca Al Aeropuerto
18. Cosmopolitan Inn Hotel
19. Hostal Parisuite
20. Hospedaje El Viajero-Aeropuerto
Itinerary
1
El Parque del Amor
Our first stop will be the Love Park in Miraflores. Opened in 1993, it is famous for the sculpture “El Beso” by Peruvian artist Victor Delfín. This park is an ideal place to enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and is popular with couples and tourists.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Huaca Pucllana
(panoramic visit):
We continue with a panoramic view of Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca pyramid built between the 4th and 7th centuries AD by the Lima Culture. This ancient ceremonial and administrative center offers a fascinating insight into the city's pre-Hispanic history.
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Plaza San Martin
In the historic center, we will visit Plaza San Martín, dedicated to the liberator José de San Martín and surrounded by emblematic buildings, such as the Gran Hotel Bolívar and the Teatro Colón. Here, you can feel the splendor of the Lima of old while admiring its historic architecture.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
Then, we will visit the church of Our Lady of Mercy, built in the 16th century. Afterwards, we will head to the Plaza de Armas, or Plaza Mayor, founded in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro. This is the heart of Lima, where the Cathedral, the Government Palace and the Archbishop’s Palace are located, next to colonial houses with carved balconies that reflect Peruvian colonial architectural style.
Duration: 40 minutes
5
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
This 17th century Baroque resort is one of Lima’s most impressive. The Church of San Francisco is famous for its interior decoration and library of antique books. We will visit its catacombs, an underground labyrinth that was used as a cemetery in colonial times, with remains of more than 70,000 people, offering a unique and overwhelming experience.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
