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Ranked #1 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”A must see in Lima!“ 23/05/2013
- ”Interesting, very interesting“ 21/05/2013
Category: History Museums
** DAILY FROM 9AM TO 10PM ** The Larco Museum has become one of Lima’s must-dos. It displays an important collection of pre-Columbian art of more than 45,000 pieces and provides... more »
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Ranked #2 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Fantastic and Interactive“ 12/05/2013
- ”Excellent“ 15/04/2013
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Ranked #3 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”A great family attraction!“ 20/05/2013
- ”Wonderful place“ 18/05/2013
Category: Parks; Government Buildings
The Magic Water Circuit, recently inaugurated in the Reserve Park, has become one of the newest and most visited attraction in Lima. Honored with a Guinness Record and unique in... more »
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Ranked #4 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Stay here while in Lima“ 23/05/2013
- ”Tidy Area“ 23/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
Miraflores is one of the top tourist districts of Lima. The main hotels in this beautiful city are located by the Pacific ocean. Within the past few years, there have been a lot... more »
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Ranked #5 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Lima POI“ 17/05/2013
- ”Family fun“ 15/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Once considered the heart of old Lima, this grand plaza features many important architectural monuments and buildings...
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Once considered the heart of old Lima, this grand plaza features many important architectural monuments and buildings including a magnificent bronze fountain dating from 1650, the Archbishop's Palace with its elegant balconies and the Government Palace dating from 1924.
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Ranked #6 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Make sure you are in shape before atte...“ 12/05/2013
- ”Magical Place - Unbelievable Scenery“ 26/04/2013
Category: Geologic Formations
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Ranked #7 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Worth your time“ 24/05/2013
- ”catacombs“ 23/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Caverns/ Caves; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
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Ranked #8 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Awesome and often overlooked. Much bet...“ 21/05/2013
- ”Gorgeous monastery“ 20/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites; Religious Sites
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Built by Dominican friars in 1549, this Church and Monastery contains the tombs of Santa Martin de Porres and Peru's other...
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Built by Dominican friars in 1549, this Church and Monastery contains the tombs of Santa Martin de Porres and Peru's other famous saint, Santa Rosa de Lima.
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Ranked #9 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”great collection“ 16/05/2013
- ”Best collection of pre-hispanic textil...“ 01/05/2013
Category: History Museums
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Museum features the private collection of Mr. Yoshitaro Amano that contains selected pieces of ceramics and textiles,...
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Museum features the private collection of Mr. Yoshitaro Amano that contains selected pieces of ceramics and textiles, arranged chronologically to illustrate the development of weaving throughout Peru's pre-Columbian cultures, featuring special items from the Chancay culture.
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Ranked #10 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Mix of colonial and moorish architectu...“ 15/05/2013
- ”Deserving of It's Name“ 14/05/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Lima's downtown center, with its breathtaking architecture and rich history, makes it clear why it deserves to be a Unesco...
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Lima's downtown center, with its breathtaking architecture and rich history, makes it clear why it deserves to be a Unesco World Heritage Site.
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Ranked #11 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”definitely worth seeing“ 20/05/2013
- ”Awe-Inspiring church“ 11/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Libraries
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This church and monastery of St. Francis (circa 1674) is known for its catacombs that contain the remains of more than 70,000...
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This church and monastery of St. Francis (circa 1674) is known for its catacombs that contain the remains of more than 70,000 people and a magnificent library that houses thousands of antique texts.
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Ranked #12 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Cool, calm, bohemian neighborhood“ 22/05/2013
- ”Very artistic“ 15/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
Barranco district was founded on October 26th, 1874. Its the smallest district of Lima and was always an attractive summer resort for middle and upper class residents of Lima and... more »
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Ranked #13 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Quite different from other ruins in Pe...“ 24/05/2013
- ”Hard to find“ 24/05/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
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Built by millions of adobe bricks, these ruins once served as an administrative center and a pre-Inca ceremonial site...
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Built by millions of adobe bricks, these ruins once served as an administrative center and a pre-Inca ceremonial site dedicated to the God Pachacamac.
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Ranked #14 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Interesting with good history lessons“ 15/05/2013
- ”parque reserva and the water fountains“ 13/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #15 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Very interesting little spot“ 08/05/2013
- ”Absolutely awesome“ 16/03/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Located on the city's Main Square or Plaza Mayor, this cathedral was built in 1564 by architect Jeronimo de Aliaga and...
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Located on the city's Main Square or Plaza Mayor, this cathedral was built in 1564 by architect Jeronimo de Aliaga and features an ivory baroque chapel of La Inmaculada and the tomb of Francisco Pizarro, known as the "conquistador of Peru."
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Ranked #16 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Awe inspiring“ 17/04/2013
- ”The church with three doors“ 14/02/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Built by the Jesuits in 1638, this ornate church features baroque altars decorated in gold leaf, several colonial paintings...
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Built by the Jesuits in 1638, this ornate church features baroque altars decorated in gold leaf, several colonial paintings and La Abuelita, the oldest bell in Peru.
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Ranked #17 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Family friendly area“ 15/05/2013
- ”Nice upscale neighborhood“ 04/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
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Elegant and charming residential neighborhood located north of Lima features neo-classic architecture, cobblestone streets,...
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Elegant and charming residential neighborhood located north of Lima features neo-classic architecture, cobblestone streets, excellent dining, good shopping and the Huaca Hallamarma, a restored pre-Inca pyramid that now serves as a small museum of Indian artifacts.
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Ranked #18 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”When in Barranco district, this pristi...“ 23/04/2013
- ”Sculptures, paintings and arrangements...“ 13/03/2013
Category: Art Museums
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This museum maintains an extensive private collection of colonial art featuring paintings, sculptures, silverware and...
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This museum maintains an extensive private collection of colonial art featuring paintings, sculptures, silverware and furniture from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries.
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Ranked #19 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Cemetery tour worth a visit while in L...“ 04/05/2013
- ”Like in a terror movie“ 08/01/2013
Category: Cemeteries
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Also called "Noches de Luna Llena", this is the oldest cemetery in South America and night tours are offered through Turibus...
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Also called "Noches de Luna Llena", this is the oldest cemetery in South America and night tours are offered through Turibus and a few other agencies. It is operated by SBLM and is a top tourist attraction in Lima.
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Ranked #20 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Really great tour that more people sho...“ 05/05/2013
- ”Nice place close to Miraflores“ 12/04/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins; Historic Sites
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Ranked #21 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Great hot chocolate done how it should...“ 22/04/2013
- ”Great place to spend some time“ 20/04/2013
Category: Museums
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Cacao and chocolate museum located in Miraflores next to parque Kennedy.Free entrance and possibility to visit the artisanal...
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Cacao and chocolate museum located in Miraflores next to parque Kennedy.Free entrance and possibility to visit the artisanal chocolate factory.Chocolate workshops for all ages and at any time. Cafe with our own chocolate specialties.
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Ranked #22 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Colonial home visit“ 11/05/2013
- ”Beautiful Home“ 08/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #23 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Pre-Inca temple and settlement“ 06/04/2013
- ”Pachacamac Ruins“ 03/04/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #24 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Great Dancing, Costumes and Music! Lov...“ 24/02/2013
- ”A very long and boring night, fine for...“ 15/02/2013
Category: Performances; Educational Sites
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This folk dance company showcases music and dances from across Peru. Performances are intertwined with live music and...
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This folk dance company showcases music and dances from across Peru. Performances are intertwined with live music and dancing. Guests can also enjoy local food and drinks.
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Ranked #25 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Average visit, not much to see after t...“ 05/05/2013
- ”archaelogical site just a short distan...“ 22/04/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins
Pachacamac (whose name means Lord of Earthquakes) is an archaeological citadel with strong sacred character, this place has original pre-Inca and Inca structures, and is the best... more »
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Ranked #26 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Good visit, summer or winter“ 16/02/2013
- ”The best District in Lima.“ 25/09/2012
Category: Resort Communities
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Located outside of Lima in the constitutional province of Callao, La Punta is a peninsula surrounded by the Pacific Ocean...
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Located outside of Lima in the constitutional province of Callao, La Punta is a peninsula surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and, hence, famous for its seafood. Grab a seat with a view, and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere these traditional neighborhoods offer.
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Ranked #27 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Impressive horses“ 22/04/2013
- ”A Jewel in the Valley“ 20/01/2013
Category: Horseback Riding Stables
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Ranked #28 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”Testino in Perú“ 08/04/2013
- ”You've got to be kidding“ 01/04/2013
Category: Art Museums
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MATE is the only cultural institution in the world that permanently exhibits the work of the prominent Peruvian photographer...
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MATE is the only cultural institution in the world that permanently exhibits the work of the prominent Peruvian photographer Mario Testino. The current exhibition ALTA MODA is a collection of photographic portraits showing people of Cusco, one of the highest regions of Perú, in traditional and festive peruvian costumes.Parallel to this exhibition, the Parisian Haute Couture house Christian Dior has lent five dresses from their archive Autumn/Winter 2005 couture collection that can be seen to take direct inspiration from traditional Peruvian costume. MATE’s building is a nineteenth century Republican townhouse declared national cultural heritage that has been fully restored to its former glory.
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Ranked #29 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”every photo is a postcard“ 13/05/2013
- ”Lovely!“ 05/02/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #30 of 118 attractions in Lima
- ”time-travel“ 02/07/2012
- ”Spectacular view of Lima's Cultural Hi...“ 10/03/2012
Category: Government Buildings; Architectural Buildings
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Built in 1735 by the Marquis of Torre Tagle, this handsome building is considered to be the best surviving colonial house in...
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Built in 1735 by the Marquis of Torre Tagle, this handsome building is considered to be the best surviving colonial house in Lima with its superb carved balconies, magnificent doors and a courtyard surrounded by rooms and ironwork.
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