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7-Day City Experience Itinerary in Lima, July 2023

  1. Day 1: Historic Lima
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Jorge Chávez International Airport

    In the morning, visit the impressive Baroque-style Monastery of San Francisco, with its underground crypts and catacombs. In the afternoon, explore the beautiful Plaza Mayor, surrounded by colonial buildings. Finish with an evening stroll in the bohemian district of Barranco, with its colorful houses and charming streets.

  2. Day 2: Art and Culture
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Historic Lima

    Start your day at the MALI Museum to admire the best collection of Peruvian art, including pre-Columbian, colonial, and modern pieces. In the afternoon, visit the Pedro de Osma Museum, with its exquisite collection of colonial art and furniture. End your day with a visit to the Larco Museum, with its impressive collection of pre-Columbian art and artifacts.

  3. Day 3: Foodie Tour
    25 minutes (8 miles) from Art and Culture

    In the morning, take a walking tour to explore the vibrant Surquillo Market, with its fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood. Then, head to the bohemian district of Barranco to taste the best Peruvian cuisine at local restaurants and food stalls. In the evening, enjoy a Pisco Sour tasting at a traditional bar in Miraflores.

  4. Day 4: Modern Lima
    15 minutes (4 miles) from Foodie Tour

    Start your day at the Huaca Pucllana, a pre-Inca pyramid in the middle of the modern Miraflores district. Then, visit the Mario Testino Museum, with its fascinating photography exhibitions. In the afternoon, stroll along the Malecón de Miraflores, a scenic boardwalk overlooking the Pacific Ocean. End your day with a visit to the futuristic Park of the Reserve, with its impressive Magic Water Circuit.

  5. Day 5: Day Trip to Paracas
    3 hours (155 miles) from Modern Lima

    Take a day trip to Paracas, a stunning natural reserve on the coast of Peru. Enjoy a boat tour to the Ballestas Islands, with their impressive marine wildlife, including penguins and sea lions. Then, visit the Paracas National Reserve, with its stunning desert landscapes and beautiful beaches. End your day with a seafood lunch at a local restaurant.

  6. Day 6: Archaeological Lima
    1 hour (30 miles) from Day Trip to Paracas

    Start your day by visiting the amazing Pachacamac Archaeological Center, with its impressive pre-Columbian ruins and museum. In the afternoon, visit the Huallamarca Pyramid, another pre-Inca structure located in the middle of the modern San Isidro district. End your day with a visit to the impressive Puente de los Suspiros in Barranco.

  7. Day 7: Shopping and Entertainment
    15 minutes (5 miles) from Archaeological Lima

    Start your day at the Larcomar Shopping Center, a modern mall overlooking the Pacific Ocean, with its shops, restaurants, and cinemas. Then, visit the Kennedy Park in Miraflores, famous for its friendly cats and street performers. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Peruvian dance show at the renowned La Candelaria restaurant.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider taking a day trip to the impressive ruins of Caral, the oldest civilization in the Americas, located 3 hours north of Lima. Also, don't miss the chance to taste the famous ceviche, a delicious seafood dish, at local restaurants, such as El Mercado or La Mar. If you want to maximize your fun, take a bike tour of Lima, or try paragliding over the cliffs of Miraflores. Finally, don't forget to visit the vibrant Chinatown in downtown Lima, with its colorful markets and delicious Chinese food.

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