Visiting the Historic Center of Lima

The colonial heritage provides a plethora of tourist attractions in the historical center of Lima which let you discover the beauty and the charm of the place. As a huge, thriving metropolis, Lima can be overwhelming when it comes to planning the day. You can go solo to attractions or take a guided tour. It’s your choice and you can choose whichever would give you the most memorable experience. A guided tour could be a safer alternative but sometimes if you take a short tour you just might miss some interesting tourist attractions.

What should I visit? Which must-see landmark should I visit first? The “Mirabus” tour bus is highly recommended for newcomers to Lima, especially upon arriving. They offer a variety of urban tours on their open air double-decker bus, some for one hour around the historical center for just 8 soles. This tour is recommended because a tourist guide explains the history and background of many Lima landmarks. On the other hand, you can always let yourself be guided by your own curiosity, the most important thing is to be willing to encounter and let yourself be enchanted by “the City of Kings”.

The Plaza Mayor or Plaza de Armas of Lima, is the birthplace of the city of Lima, as well as the core of the city. Located in the Historic Center of Lima is home to the impressive 18th-century cathedral and the lavish Government Palace; it is surrounded by the Jiron Junin, Jiron de la Union, Jiron Huallaga, and the Jiron Carabaja avenues.

When visiting Lima during the winter, it is advisable to bring some sweater or coat with you. And if you wish to arrive in summer, to bring light articles of clothing will be the best choice.

The Cathedral of Lima is a highlight of any visit. It is open from 9 am to 4 pm. Proper attire, appropriate for religious occasions, is recommended.
The center of Lima is compact, and can easily be walked around. The Government Palace of Peru is a stately government building with a set of ornamental guards; this Palace is located very close to the Provincial Municipality of Lima. The Plaza the Armas is a restricted traffic zone because of the intense tourist activity.

Peru’s diverse and dynamic gastronomic scene has garnered worldwide attention in recent years. Peruvian cuisine is a tasty mixture of dishes, you can try seco de carne (beef dish), arroz con pato (Rice with duck)., ceviche (marinated raw fish); and desserts like mazamorra morada (purple corn pudding), arroz con leche, (rice pudding). suspiro limeño (baked milk pudding), among many others.

T’anta is a highly recommended restaurant located in the historic center of Lima. T’anta (which means “bread” in Quechua) serves delicious, casual eats in its café. It now has a complete menu, with a full range of creative snack foods and small meals, including classic Peruvian dishes.  Address: Pasaje Nicolás de Rivera El Viejo 142.

If you want to try a nice Pisco Sour, the Peruvian cocktail known all over the world, the best place could be the charming Gran Hotel Bolivar, located in the heart of historic Lima.

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