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Lima travel guide

Plan a trip to Lima, Peru — things to do, where to stay, food, transport, and local tips. Start with UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lima Main Square, Pucllana Site Museum, Lima Cathedral.

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  • Stay near a metro line if you plan museum-hopping days.
  • Read recent reviews for noise — central streets can be loud at night.
  • Flexible cancellation helps when flight times shift.
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Pullman Lima San Isidro

Pullman Lima San Isidro, 595, Avenida Jorge Basadre Grohmann, El Rosario, San Isidro, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15073, Perú

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Hostal Galaxia

Hostal Galaxia, Avenida Perú, Perú 7ma Zona, Perú 4ta Zona, San Martín de Porres, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 51131, Perú

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Hyatt Centric San Isidro

Hyatt Centric San Isidro, 367, Avenida Jorge Basadre Grohmann, El Rosario, San Isidro, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15073, Perú

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Novotel Lima

Novotel Lima, 198, Avenida Víctor Andrés Belaúnde, El Rosario, San Isidro, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15073, Perú

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Los Tallanes

Los Tallanes, Avenida Jorge Basadre Grohmann, El Rosario, San Isidro, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15073, Perú

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Los Tallanes Hotel & Suites

Los Tallanes Hotel & Suites, Avenida Jorge Basadre Grohmann, El Rosario, San Isidro, Lima, Lima Metropolitana, Lima, 15073, Perú

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  • Compare nearby airports — sometimes a short train ride beats a pricey hub.
  • Midweek departures are often cheaper than Friday/Sunday peaks.
  • Set a flexible ±3 day search when your dates can move.
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Tours, food walks, day trips and city activities around Lima — book ahead and skip the guesswork.

  • Book popular tours early in peak season — small-group slots go first.
  • Day trips often include hotel pickup; check the meeting point.
  • Look for free-cancellation options if the weather looks unstable.
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Skip lines and grab attraction tickets for Lima — museums, landmarks, and city passes.

  • Book popular museums and towers ahead — timed slots sell out on weekends.
  • Mobile tickets are usually scanned at the gate; keep offline screenshots as backup.
  • Combo passes can be cheaper when you plan 2–3 big sights in one day.
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Transfers in Lima

Kiwitaxi

Private airport and city transfers for Lima — fixed price, driver waiting for you.

  • Pre-book airport transfers when landing late or with heavy luggage.
  • Meet-and-greet at arrivals beats hunting taxis after a long flight.
  • Confirm child seats / extra stops when you reserve.
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Cars in Lima

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Rent a car around Lima for day trips and countryside — flexible pickup options.

  • Compare full-to-full fuel policies — they save hassle at return.
  • Check congestion / limited-traffic zones before driving into historic centres.
  • Book early for weekends and holidays; automatic cars go first.
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eSIM in Lima

Yesim

Travel eSIM data for visiting Lima — online as soon as you land, no kiosk queues.

  • Install the eSIM before you fly; activate on landing.
  • Confirm your phone is unlocked and eSIM-compatible.
  • Keep a small local SIM as backup if you need a local number for calls.
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