Peru · TOURS IN LIMA

The 15 Best Tours in Lima

75 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Most itineraries treat Lima as an airport with a city attached, which is a mistake worth two days. The 15 below cover the food, the cliff-top districts, the pre-Inca pyramids in the middle of the suburbs and the long runs south, each priced.

Lima: Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour - The first tastings set the tone
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Lima: Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour

1.Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 700 reviews · 4 hours · from $105Our pick

Spend four hours walking through Barranco with a local guide such as Marcos, David, Valeria or Aura. Visit small restaurants, a bakery, café and bar for ceviche, lomo saltado, pisco sour, fruit, chocolate, coffee and ice cream, with cooking demonstrations and stories about Peruvian food and culture.

“Fantastic food tour and walk around Barranca. Our tour guide included history in our walk to the various restaurants. We learned a lot about Peruvian food and its history. The food was delicious. It was a fun 4 hours. You will be full after this tour. Highly recommend.”

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Full Day Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima All Included - Huacachina’s oasis and the sand dunes
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Full Day Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima All Included

2.Full Day Paracas Ica and Huacachina from Lima All Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 623 reviews · 16 hours (approx.) · from $85

Leave Lima around 5 a.m. for a small-group day covering the Ballestas Islands, a pisco and wine tasting at Taqara 1856, and Huacachina’s oasis and dunes. You’ll ride a boat, see sea lions and Humboldt penguins, eat lunch at your own cost, then take a dune buggy and try beginner sandboarding. Expect a very long return ride.

“It was a great experience. Huacachina and Paracas were incredible. The Tourism Guide was really nice and respectful. Paracas and Huacachina are amazing. The buggies in the dunes was incredible. However, the buggies and sunboard activities were less than the time planned (1 hour instead of 2) and I had to wait 25 minutes the buggy to start”

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Lima's Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City's Landmarks Half-day - Parque del Amor and the Pacific viewpoint
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Lima’s Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City’s Landmarks Half-day

3.Lima’s Vibrant Heritage: Exploring the City’s Landmarks Half-day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 581 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

See Lima’s Pacific views, colonial plazas, Cathedral, Santo Domingo Convent, and Huaca Pucllana with an English-speaking guide. Pickup and return transport are included from Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, and downtown. Guides such as Gabriel, Janet, Rosa, and Ursula have led past departures, though traffic and church closures can affect the route.

“This was an awesome tour that covered all the must-see spots in Lima. The guide shared lots of cool info, and everything went just like it was described.”

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From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina - Leaving Lima before sunrise
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From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

4.Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 409 reviews · 17h 30m · from $61

Leave Lima before sunrise for the Ballestas Islands, where you’ll see sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds, and El Candelabro. After lunch and a pisco tasting in Ica, ride dune buggies and sandboard at Huacachina. English and Spanish guides, transport, and admission tickets are included.

“The trip was exactly as planned and described. Our guide Alvaro was fantastic. He gave us great historical facts, funny stories and answered all questions wonderfully. Although a long day, no time felt like it was wasted. All our stops and planned activities were perfect and we had a great time. We highly recommend this trip.”

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Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport - A private ride through Lima traffic
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Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport

5.Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 359 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Book a private, air-conditioned ride between New Jorge Chávez International Airport and your Lima hotel. Your driver waits with a sign bearing your name, and the car includes Wi-Fi. Pickup or airport return is available, though clear meeting instructions and flight details matter.

“I booked this on the day of my arrival, the driver was on time, the car was clean, and I got to my hotel safely.”

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Lima: Paracas and the Huacachina Oasis Guided Day Tour - The 4:00 to 5:00 a.m. start from Miraflores
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Lima: Paracas and the Huacachina Oasis Guided Day Tour

6.Paracas and the Huacachina Oasis Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 354 reviews · 1 day · from $65

Travel from Lima to Paracas and Huacachina in one packed day. You’ll take a boat toward the Ballestas Islands, spot sea lions, penguins, and guano birds, sample Ica pisco and wine, then ride dune buggies and sandboard at Huacachina. English and Spanish guides may include Celeste, Chris, Javier, or another assigned guide.

“Fantastic excursion with Spanish and English speaking guide, Javier. He was very knowledgeable about the locations and very helpful with questions. Very fun excursion!”

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Lima: The Charm of Barranco & Pre Inca Pyramid in Miraflores - Huaca Pucllana and the Itchma Story
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Lima: The Charm of Barranco & Pre Inca Pyramid in Miraflores

7.The Charm of Barranco & Pre Inca Pyramid in Miraflores

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 322 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Spend three hours cycling from Miraflores to Barranco with an English-speaking guide such as Diego or Kral. Visit Huaca Pucllana, Kennedy Park, the Park of Love, the Bridge of Sighs, and the coast. Your small group gets bikes, water, a drink or gelato, plus photos and video. Prior biking experience is recommended.

“The tour was wonderful! I ended up being the only one that signed up, so I had a private tour. I did the tour on my first day in Lima so it was a great introduction to the city. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared information with incredible detail in Spanish and English. It was not strenuous. A great way to see a beautiful city.”

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From Lima: Full Day to Paracas and Huacachina Desert Oasis - The early bakery stop near Lima
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From Lima: Full Day to Paracas and Huacachina Desert Oasis

8.Full Day to Paracas and Huacachina Desert Oasis

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 301 reviews · from $71

Leave Lima before sunrise for a full day in Paracas and Huacachina. You’ll cruise to the Ballestas Islands for sea lions and penguins, visit Nieto winery for lunch and pisco tasting, then ride a dune buggy and sandboard. Guides such as Gaby, Jose, Zeta, and Davi have helped English-speaking groups, though the guide varies.

“The trip was a good mix of activities. The coach was really nice, had air con and guide provided snacks. Only downside was that on our way back when lights were turned off the air con turned off and at 25 degrees C still it was hard to sleep whilst being extremely hot! Chose this trip as it was half the price of Peru hop and didn’t seem to be much difference when looking at reviews. Primarily in Spanish but the guide spoke good English and translated. Really good trip if you have limited time in Lima. Highlight was the pisco tasting, the restaurant was nice and food good with…”

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Lima: Pachacamac Ruins & Barranco Half-Day Guided Tour - The Temple of the Sun and the Pacific view
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Lima: Pachacamac Ruins & Barranco Half-Day Guided Tour

9.Pachacamac Ruins & Barranco Half-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 296 reviews · 4 hours · from $59

Start with Barranco’s Bridge of Sighs, colonial streets, and boulevard, then visit Pachacamac’s temples, museum, and Temple of the Sun. Guides such as Milagros, Mily, Christian, and Janet are praised for clear English and strong local insight. Expect a small-group van, hotel pickup, some walking, and bumpy roads.

“I had a really good time on this tour - as it was only myself on it there was plenty opportunity to give detail on Pachacamac and its history. The guide spoke perfect English and was really informative, the driver was also very nice!”

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Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima - The coastal drive from Lima to the sanctuary
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Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima

10.Pre Inca Temple of Pachacamac Half-Day Tour from Lima

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 283 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Travel 30 km south of Lima in an air-conditioned minivan to Pachacamac, a vast adobe pilgrimage center shaped by pre-Inca cultures and later adapted by the Incas. A bilingual guide such as Mario, Nataly, or Victor leads you through the museum, plazas, palaces, and Temple of the Sun. Plan for about three and a half hours, moderate walking, and strong sun or wind.

“Well worth visiting Pachacamac it’s about 40 minutes from Lima. I was picked up from my hotel. Many parts of the old building’s walls have been relayed which helps you to understand the fine detail that was originally , many areas are still in original condition so you get a better idea of the work being undertaken. You Walk to the very top of what was the Sun Gods temple.”

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Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Oasis Day Trip with Wine & Dunes - The 4:00 to 5:00 am pickup from Lima
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Lima: Paracas & Huacachina Oasis Day Trip with Wine & Dunes

11.Paracas & Huacachina Oasis Day Trip with Wine & Dunes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 266 reviews · 16h 30m · from $100

Leave Lima around 4:00 to 5:00 am for Paracas, where a speedboat brings you near sea lions, Humboldt penguins, seabirds, and the Chandelier Lines. Continue to CulturPisco for pisco and wine tastings, then finish at Huacachina with a dune buggy ride and sandboarding. Guides such as Miguel Angel and Mayer are known for keeping this long day organized.

“This trip is phenomenal. You start with cold Pacific weather as you go dolphins, sea lions and penguin watching. Then the weather changes completely in a matter of minutes as we head into the Ica desert and the Huacachina Oasis is super pretty. There were lot of alcohol options to taste at the CulturPisco vineyard. Definitely recommend this tour.”

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Lima: Magic Water Circuit Light Show Tour with Pickup - Pickup from Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro
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Lima: Magic Water Circuit Light Show Tour with Pickup

12.Magic Water Circuit Light Show Tour with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 251 reviews · from $38

You’ll ride from Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro to Lima’s Magic Water Circuit for a guided evening walk and the Fantasy Fountain show. English- and Spanish-speaking guides such as Pamela, Aaron, Mabel, and Cecilia explain the fountains, Peruvian culture, and park history. Small groups, entry, transport, and hotel return are included.

“Amazing amazing. This was our first tour in Lima and it was a beautiful experience. I would definitely recommend.”

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Lima: Paragliding Flight Over Costa Verde Districts - Starting at Magdalena del Mar’s coastal esplanade
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Lima: Paragliding Flight Over Costa Verde Districts

13.Paragliding Flight Over Costa Verde Districts

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · from $54

Join a Spanish- or English-speaking pilot for a 15-minute flight above Lima’s Costa Verde. From Magdalena del Mar, you’ll see San Miguel, San Isidro, Miraflores, and the Pacific coastline. The flight is brief but scenic, and an HD video is included. Meet at Condor Xtreme near the Explanada Costa Verde.

“I’m thrill seeker so I decided to try it. On the day of the booking I didn’t get any message so I decided to go the place and check. Waited for 10 minutes and went gliding. It wasn’t scary and we were gliding quite high.”

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Lima: Historic Center Street Food, Market, and Eateries Tour - Why the first food stops matter
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Lima: Historic Center Street Food, Market, and Eateries Tour

14.Historic Center Street Food, Market, and Eateries Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 216 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Start at Gran Hotel Bolivar and walk Lima’s historic center with an English-speaking guide such as Marcos, Aura, or Valeria. Sample anticuchos, churros, picarones, chifa dishes, market fruit, chilcanos, and more while seeing Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, San Francisco, and Chinatown. Expect plenty of food, several seated stops, and no hotel pickup.

“Best food your ever. Sheyla was our guide and she was amazing. I highly recommend doing this tour it was lovely”

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Lima: Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Complex Tour - The ride from Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro
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Lima: Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Complex Tour

15.Pachacamac Inca Archaeological Complex Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 164 reviews · 4 hours · from $79

Ride from Miraflores, Barranco, or San Isidro to Pachacamac with a private guide such as Jordan, Edwin, Diana, or Maria. Visit the museum, walk among ancient temples, and enjoy Pacific views from the Temple of the Sun. The four-hour outing includes transport, entry fees, and alfajores.

“Our tour was very interesting. The guide talked about many facts of Pachacamac, Lima and Peru. He was very informative.”

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