Peru's coastal capital has a rich history and is today famed for its world-class restaurants, museums and art galleries.
Lima is now well-known for its dazzling culinary scene, with some of the best restaurants in South America serving an array of fish, seafood, traditional Andean dishes, and experimenting with Asian influences. The modern district of Miraflores offers the greatest variety of hotels, some of which overlook the beach and the Pacific Ocean. There are also good restaurants, shops and parks nearby.
Lima itself has plenty to offer to make you linger here for a day or two. Among the principal points of interest in the historical centre of the city with the Plaza Mayor, home to the three most important buildings from the past and present: the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, and City Hall. Two blocks away is the Monastery of San Francisco, a baroque-style church and convent now designated with UNESCO World Heritage status.
Lima also has a number of places to indulge in a love of art and history: the archaeological complex of the Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca pyramid made from mud bricks; museums of fine and contemporary art (MALI and MAC); the National Anthropology Museum; and the Larco Herrera museum, which has an extensive collection of ancient artefacts from all over Peru.
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Best time to go to Lima
When is the best time to go to Lima
The best time to visit Lima is from December to April, when warmer temperatures and sunnier conditions make it ideal for exploring the city's neighbourhoods, coastline and cultural attractions.
Things to do in Lima
What are the top things to do in Lima?
Top attractions in Lima include exploring the historic centre, visiting the districts of Miraflores and Barranco, discovering museums and archaeological sites, and enjoying Peru's world-renowed cuisine.
Why Visit Lima
Lima combines colonial history, vibrant culture and exceptional gastronomy, making it one of South America's leading culinary destinations. It is also serves as an excellent introduction to Peru before exploring destinations such as Cusco, the Sacred Valley and the Amazon.
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