Lima is the capital city of Peru, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is considered the oldest civilization of America. It is a unique city with plenty to do, great food, and warm weather.
Here are 10 things to do in Lima:
- Plaza Mayor: See where Lima was founded in 1535 by the Spanish conquistadors. It’s an important spot historically and a great place to walk around.
- Peñas: Enjoy live music and dancing at these secret basement bars. Read more about it here.
- Cathedral of Lima: This Roman Catholic cathedral in Plaza Mayor was constructed in 1535. It has a beautiful colonial facade and architecture.
- Go paragliding: If you’re feeling adventurous, try paragliding over the city of Lima. You can go attached to a professional so all you have to do is enjoy the views.
- Gastronomy tour: Lima has recently become a popular foodie destination. It actually has 2 of the top 20 best restaurants in the world. Take your own self-guided food tour around the city.
- San Francisco: This yellow and white building was built in the 17th century, and it is a famous tourist spot in Lima. It contains a church, art museum, and catacombs.
- Barrio Chino: Lima’s Chinatown is home to the largest community of Chinese descendants in South America. It’s a nice area to walk around and shop, and there are some great Peruvian-Chinese restaurants.
- Go to the beach: Being on the coast, Lima has many gorgeous beaches where you can work on your tan or try surfing. Redondo Beach is probably the most popular.
- Museo Larco: This is 18th century mansion has one of the largest displays of ceramics.
- El Circuito Mágico del Agua (Magic Water Circuit): Opened in 2007, this 19 acre park has 13 illuminated fountains. It might sound a little silly, but it’s definitely worth seeing!
These are just a few of the things to do in Lima. There’s so much to see! This is a great place to spend several days before exploring the rest of Peru.
Have you been to Lima? What are your recommendations?
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