{"id":40818,"date":"2024-06-20T12:25:26","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T15:25:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/?p=40818"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:53:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T15:53:00","slug":"que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in Lima, the capital of Peru: what to see and getaways"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling to Lima was a unique experience during my trip to Peru. To be honest, Lima wasn't a great city for me: I found it to be a large, chaotic place with a climate that isn't always conducive to enjoying it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, at the same time, it has places worth exploring, such as its historic center, some coastal neighborhoods, and, above all, its renowned cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, I'm going to tell you about my experience, what I did in Lima, and what I think is worth keeping in mind if you're thinking of visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima00-800x482.webp\" alt=\"Acantilados en el barrio de Miraflores de Lima - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima00-800x482.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima00-600x361.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima00.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cliffs in the Miraflores neighborhood of Lima, Peru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eaf80b4b095\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" style='display:none' id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69eaf80b4b095\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Mis_impresiones_de_Lima\" >My impressions of Lima<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Como_moverse_en_Lima\" >How to get around Lima<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Taxis_y_apps_de_transporte\" >Taxis and transportation apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Transporte_publico\" >Public transport<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Caminando_y_bicicleta\" >Walking and cycling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Tours_y_traslados_privados\" >Private tours and transfers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Mapa_con_las_principales_atracciones_que_ver_de_Lima\" >Map with the main attractions to see in Lima<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Que_hacer_en_Lima\" >What to do in Lima<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Walking_Tour\" >Walking Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Recorrer_el_Centro_Historico\" >Tour the Historic Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Caminar_por_Miraflores_y_su_Malecon\" >Walk through Miraflores and its Malec\u00f3n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Visitar_Barranco_el_barrio_bohemio\" >Visit Barranco, the bohemian neighborhood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Complejo_Arqueologico_Mateo_Salado\" >Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Museos_para_entender_la_historia_peruana\" >Museums to understand Peruvian history<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Disfrutar_de_la_gastronomia_peruana\" >Enjoy Peruvian cuisine<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Escapadas_desde_Lima\" >Getaways from Lima<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Caral_la_ciudad_mas_antigua_de_America\" >Caral, the oldest city in America<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Como_visitar_la_Ciudad_Sagrada_de_Caral_desde_Lima\" >How to visit the Sacred City of Caral from Lima<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Paracas_y_la_Reserva_Nacional\" >Paracas and the National Reserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#El_oasis_de_Huacachina\" >The Huacachina oasis<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Como_combinar_Paracas_y_Huacachina\" >How to combine Paracas and Huacachina<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Dia_1_Paracas_y_Reserva_Nacional\" >Day 1: Paracas and National Reserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Dia_2_Huacachina\" >Day 2: Huacachina<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Consejos_practicos\" >Practical advice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Como_ir_del_aeropuerto_al_centro_de_Lima\" >How to get from the airport to downtown Lima<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Bus_oficial_Airport_Express\" >Bus oficial Airport Express<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Taxi_o_apps_de_transporte\" >Taxi or transportation apps<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Traslados_privados\" >Private transfers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Transporte_publico_comun\" >Common public transport<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Donde_hospedarse_en_Lima\" >Where to stay in Lima<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Seguridad_en_Lima\" >Security in Lima<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Mejor_epoca_para_ir_a_Lima\" >Best time to go to Lima<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-lima-la-capital-de-peru-que-ver-y-escapadas\/#Mis_reflexiones\" >My thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mis_impresiones_de_Lima\"><\/span>My impressions of Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lima was a city that didn't quite resonate with me. Beyond the richness of its colonial historic center, with buildings clearly worth a visit, and Miraflores, which with its ocean cliffs and beaches is undoubtedly the capital's most attractive feature, I found the rest of the city chaotic, dirty, and unsafe in several areas off the tourist trail.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima14.jpg\" alt=\"Centro de Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima14.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima14-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima14-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Centro de Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While it's true that Lima boasts some of the best cuisine in the country and has neighborhoods that are enjoyable to walk around, overall it wasn't a destination that left me wanting to stay longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Between the constant traffic, the almost always gray sky, and the feeling of having to be aware of your surroundings, my time in the city ended up being more about transit than enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">I often hear travelers say, \"I loved that city,\" when in reality, they enjoyed a particular neighborhood. In the case of Lima, for example, <strong>Miraflores seemed like a beautiful neighborhood to me<\/strong>. But I also felt like it was like an <strong>isolated bubble within another city<\/strong>, very different from what you experience in other areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For me, a city isn't defined by just a pretty neighborhood: I evaluate it as a whole, considering aspects like transportation, cleanliness, safety, architecture, and the overall vibe it conveys. And in that sense, Lima didn't quite convince me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, the impression Cusco and the Sacred Valley left on me was very different. These places truly captivated me with their history, their landscapes, their Andean culture, and the closeness of the communities that still preserve ancient traditions. Without a doubt, I found the places I liked most in all of Peru there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-cuzco-la-antigua-capital-del-imperio-inca\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_cuzco08-800x533.webp\" alt=\"Catedral de Cuzco\" class=\"wp-image-40606 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_cuzco08-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_cuzco08-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_cuzco08.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-cuzco-la-antigua-capital-del-imperio-inca\/\">What to do in Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/valle-sagrado-de-los-incas-que-ver-y-como-recorrerlo-desde-cuzco\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_pisac02-800x450.jpg\" alt=\"Terrazas en las ruinas de Pisac - Valle Sagrado de los Incas\" class=\"wp-image-40624 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_pisac02-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_pisac02-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_pisac02-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_pisac02.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/valle-sagrado-de-los-incas-que-ver-y-como-recorrerlo-desde-cuzco\/\">Sacred Valley of the Incas: what to see and how to get there from Cusco<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_moverse_en_Lima\"><\/span>How to get around Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting around Lima can be a challenge, as traffic is chaotic and the public transportation infrastructure is not fully developed. However, there are several alternatives worth considering:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxis_y_apps_de_transporte\"><\/span>Taxis and transportation apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most practical and safest way for tourists is to use apps like <strong>Uber, Cabify, or DiDi<\/strong>, which work well in the city and allow you to know the price of the ride in advance. Another popular option is <strong>Yango<\/strong>, which usually has competitive rates. Informal taxis are plentiful, but they are not recommended if you are unfamiliar with the city, as they don't have meters and the price always has to be negotiated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transporte_publico\"><\/span>Public transport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Public transportation in Lima is dominated by minibuses and buses that travel throughout the city, but they can be confusing for a visitor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The clearest option is the <strong>Metropolitano<\/strong>, a rapid bus system that has exclusive lanes and connects important points such as downtown Lima with Miraflores and Barranco. To use it, you need a rechargeable card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caminando_y_bicicleta\"><\/span>Walking and cycling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In neighborhoods like <strong>Miraflores and Barranco<\/strong>, it's best to get around on foot. They're safe and short, perfect for exploring on foot.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima12.jpg\" alt=\"Paseo costero en Miraflores - Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima12.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima12-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima12-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Coastal walk in Miraflores \u2013 Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are also bicycle and electric scooter rental services that allow you to comfortably move along the boardwalk and enjoy the ocean views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tours_y_traslados_privados\"><\/span>Private tours and transfers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to visit places outside the city or prefer to avoid Lima's traffic, another option is to book an organized tour or private transfers, which are especially practical for getting to the airport or for trips to Paracas or Huacachina.<\/p>\n\n\n    <script async defer src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\"><\/script>\r\n    <div data-gyg-href=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame\" \r\n                          data-gyg-tour-ids=\"796007,557678,410638\"\r\n                          data-gyg-locale-code=\"en-US\"\r\n        data-gyg-currency=\"USD\"\r\n        data-gyg-widget=\"activities\" \r\n        data-gyg-number-of-items=\"3\" \r\n        data-gyg-cmp=\"lima\" \r\n        data-gyg-partner-id=\"KYT1QML\">\r\n            <span>Powered by <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/paracas-l32470\/\">GetYourGuide<\/a><\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mapa_con_las_principales_atracciones_que_ver_de_Lima\"><\/span>Map with the main attractions to see in Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Map with the main attractions to see in Lima\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1wja65Sm40Kz9QUjWfC7aCDbuMrcjK4U&#038;ehbc=2E312F&#038;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Que_hacer_en_Lima\"><\/span>What to do in Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Walking_Tour\"><\/span>Walking Tour<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guruwalk.com\/lima?ref=djwnv2cnt8h8hxacw9zf&amp;ref_campaign=lima&amp;pro=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free walking tour in Lima<\/a> is the best way to start getting to know the city. While it's not free, as it works based on tips, it helps you get your bearings quickly, you learn history and anecdotes from a local guide and, in the process, you can meet other travelers. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.guruwalk.com\/lima?ref=djwnv2cnt8h8hxacw9zf&amp;ref_campaign=lima&amp;pro=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book your free walking tour here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-peru\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/peru26-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Machu Pichu - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-2954 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/peru26-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/peru26.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/itinerario-de-2-semanas-en-peru\/\">These days in Lima were part of my 2-week travel itinerary through Peru.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recorrer_el_Centro_Historico\"><\/span>Tour the Historic Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lima's historic center is a World Heritage Site and the place where the city's colonial heritage can best be appreciated. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"552\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima02-552x800.jpg\" alt=\"Calles coloniales en el centro hist\u00f3rico de Lima - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima02-552x800.jpg 552w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima02-276x400.jpg 276w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima02.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colonial streets in the historic center of Lima, Peru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Its streets are lined with churches, convents, and Baroque-style buildings reminiscent of the viceregal past. The Plaza Mayor is the ideal starting point, surrounded by the Cathedral, the Government Palace, and the Municipal Palace.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima06.jpg\" alt=\"Plaza Mayor de Lima - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima06-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima06-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plaza Mayor of Lima \u2013 Peru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In addition to the square, it's worth visiting the Convent of San Francisco, famous for its catacombs and ancient library. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima05.jpg\" alt=\"Catedral en la Plaza Mayor de Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima05-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima05-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cathedral in the Plaza Mayor of Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It is one of the places that justify spending at least half a day in the historic area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caminar_por_Miraflores_y_su_Malecon\"><\/span>Walk through Miraflores and its Malec\u00f3n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Miraflores is undoubtedly Lima's most pleasant area for walking. The Malec\u00f3n stretches along the cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers spectacular views of the sea, especially at sunset. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima11.jpg\" alt=\"Donde me sent\u00ed mas a gusto, los acantilados de Miraflores\" class=\"wp-image-40835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima11.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima11-533x400.jpg 533w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Where I felt most comfortable, the cliffs of Miraflores<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It's a peaceful walk, with well-kept parks like the Parque del Amor, which has become an icon for its central sculpture and mosaic murals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Lima's beaches aren't the most attractive in the country, the contrast between the cliffs and the sea is very photogenic. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima01.jpg\" alt=\"Playas en Miraflores - Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima01.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima01-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima01-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beaches in Miraflores \u2013 Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In addition, in this area you can see people paragliding, one of the most popular activities, as they take off directly from the cliffs to fly over the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visitar_Barranco_el_barrio_bohemio\"><\/span>Visit Barranco, the bohemian neighborhood<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Barranco is another of Lima's must-see districts, with a completely different vibe than the rest of the city. Its quiet streets are filled with urban art murals, cafes, bars, and colonial mansions that now serve as galleries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of its most famous landmarks is the Bridge of Sighs, which, in addition to its romantic charm, is often surrounded by street performers and musicians who add color to the promenade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Complejo_Arqueologico_Mateo_Salado\"><\/span>Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex is one of Lima's most significant archaeological sites. Located just 15 minutes from Lima's Plaza Mayor, this site covers an area of \u200b\u200b16.4 hectares and is composed of five stepped and truncated pyramids. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"402\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima13.jpg\" alt=\"Complejo Arqueol\u00f3gico Mateo Salado - Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima13.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima13-600x302.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex - Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>These structures date from approximately 1100 to 1450 AD and were built by the Ychsma culture, one of the most emblematic of pre-Hispanic Lima.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Inca occupation, which began around 1470 AD, the complex was reoccupied and expanded. Mateo Salado likely served as an administrative and ceremonial headquarters, with courtyards, passageways, and a main plaza where the population gathered for religious festivals and work.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima15.jpg\" alt=\"Complejo Arqueol\u00f3gico Mateo Salado - Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima15.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima15-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima15-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex - Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Museos_para_entender_la_historia_peruana\"><\/span>Museums to understand Peruvian history<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lima is home to some of the country's most important museums, ideal for those looking to delve deeper into Peruvian culture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>Larco Museum<\/strong> is one of the most recommended, with an impressive collection of pre-Columbian pieces and a very well-kept museography. The colonial building and its gardens make the visit enjoyable beyond the exhibits.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/muse-lacro.jpg\" alt=\"Museo Lacro en Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/muse-lacro.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/muse-lacro-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Museo Lacro en Lima. Foto por <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=8031990\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lyndsay Ruell<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another interesting space is the <strong>National Museum<\/strong>, which, although less visually attractive, offers a broad perspective on the different cultures that inhabited Peru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disfrutar_de_la_gastronomia_peruana\"><\/span>Enjoy Peruvian cuisine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although I haven't been enchanted by Lima in other ways, it's impossible not to recognize that it's the gastronomic capital of Peru and one of the most outstanding in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">From fine dining to small venues, there are options for every budget. Trying a good <strong>ceviche <\/strong>is a must, and doing so in the coastal city gives it a plus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even in local markets, like <strong>Surquillo<\/strong>, you can eat at affordable prices and with authentic flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Escapadas_desde_Lima\"><\/span>Getaways from Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Lima can take a couple of days to explore, many travelers use the capital as a jumping-off point to explore other parts of southern Peru. From desert oases to nature reserves by the sea, there are several interesting options for a getaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caral_la_ciudad_mas_antigua_de_America\"><\/span>Caral, the oldest city in America<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If history is your thing, a good option is to visit the <strong>Sacred City of Caral<\/strong>, located about <strong>4 hours north of Lima<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/caral.jpg\" alt=\"Ciudad Sagrada de Caral\" class=\"wp-image-40848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/caral.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/caral-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption translation-block\">Sacred City of Caral. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=72772477\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AlisonRuthHughes<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This archaeological site is considered the oldest civilization in America, with more than 5,000 years of history. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caral is a less touristy getaway than Paracas or Huacachina, making it a very interesting alternative if you're looking for something different and with great cultural value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_visitar_la_Ciudad_Sagrada_de_Caral_desde_Lima\"><\/span>How to visit the Sacred City of Caral from Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To visit the <strong>Sacred City of Caral<\/strong>, located about 200 km north of Lima, the most practical option is to do so on an <a href=\"https:\/\/gyg.me\/yUtTeT4y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">organized tour that includes round-trip transportation and a guide<\/a>, since access is not entirely easy by public transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In any case, if you want to go on your own, from Lima you can take an interprovincial bus to <strong>Barranca<\/strong> (several companies leave from the Plaza Norte terminal), and from there take a taxi or colectivo to the archaeological site, which is about 25 km away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire journey can take between 4 and 5 hours each way, so it is advisable to leave early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Paracas_y_la_Reserva_Nacional\"><\/span>Paracas and the National Reserve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">About <strong>3.5 hours by bus from Lima<\/strong>, Paracas is another popular getaway. The main attraction here is the Paracas National Reserve, a protected area with spectacular coastal landscapes, cliffs, and reddish-sand beaches that contrast with the turquoise sea.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"471\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/paracas.jpg\" alt=\"Reserva de Paracas - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/paracas.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/paracas-600x353.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption translation-block\">Paracas Reserve \u2013 Peru. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?curid=64454097\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">masT3rOD<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It is also the starting point for excursions to the <strong>Ballestas Islands<\/strong>, where you can see sea lions, penguins and a large number of birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a destination that can be visited for a day, although it is ideal to stay at least one night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"El_oasis_de_Huacachina\"><\/span>The Huacachina oasis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Huacachina is probably the most famous getaway from Lima. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina03.jpg\" alt=\"En un buggy en el oasis de Huacachina - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina03.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina03-600x367.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">In a buggy in the Huacachina oasis \u2013 Peru<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It is located about <strong>300 km south of the capital<\/strong>, in the Ica region, and getting there takes between <strong>4 and 5 hours by bus<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Most bus companies, such as <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruzdelsur.com.pe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cruz del Sur<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.perubus.com.pe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Per\u00faBus<\/a><\/strong>, depart daily from Lima and first arrive in the city of Ica. From there, it's just a 10-minute taxi or motorcycle taxi ride to the oasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about how to get to the Oasis from Lima and why I was a little disappointed, I recommend reading the post where I describe that experience in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/explorando-huacachina-el-oasis-de-peru-entre-dunas-y-ciudad\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina00-800x479.webp\" alt=\"En el oasis de Huacachina - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40659 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina00-800x479.webp 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina00-600x359.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_huacachina00.webp 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/explorando-huacachina-el-oasis-de-peru-entre-dunas-y-ciudad\/\">Exploring Huacachina: Peru's oasis, between dunes and city<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_combinar_Paracas_y_Huacachina\"><\/span>How to combine Paracas and Huacachina<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you're traveling from Lima and want to make the most of your time on the south coast, <strong>Paracas and Huacachina can easily be combined into a 2-day trip<\/strong> or even a quick 1.5-day getaway, depending on your priorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dia_1_Paracas_y_Reserva_Nacional\"><\/span>Day 1: Paracas and National Reserve<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Leaving Lima early allows you to reach Paracas in about 3 to 3.5 hours by bus. Once there, the ideal thing to do is to visit the <strong>Paracas National Reserve<\/strong>. The afternoon can be spent strolling through the small town of Paracas and enjoying the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dia_2_Huacachina\"><\/span>Day 2: Huacachina<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">From Paracas, Huacachina is about <strong>60 km<\/strong> away (approximately 1 hour by bus or taxi), so you can easily get there early in the morning. There, you can <strong>climb the dunes, go sandboarding, and take a buggy tour<\/strong> around the oasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After touring Huacachina, you can <strong>return directly to Lima by bus<\/strong> from Ica, which completes the getaway. Another alternative is to continue south, for example toward Arequipa, using Huacachina as a stopover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile caja-custom\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-arequipa-peru-entre-volcanes-y-el-canon-del-colca\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_arequipa04-800x450.jpg\" alt=\"Vista de Arequipa - Per\u00fa\" class=\"wp-image-40627 size-medium\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_arequipa04-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_arequipa04-600x337.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_arequipa04-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_arequipa04.jpg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/en\/que-hacer-en-arequipa-peru-entre-volcanes-y-el-canon-del-colca\/\">What to do in Arequipa, between volcanoes and the Colca Canyon<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejos_practicos\"><\/span>Practical advice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">If you only have one day, it's best to <strong>choose one of the two destinations<\/strong>: Paracas for nature and marine life, Huacachina for desert landscapes and dune adventures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Book buses or transportation in advance<\/strong>, especially during peak season (December to March).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"92\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru.webp 1199w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-600x46.webp 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/banner-divisorio-peru-800x61.webp 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-black-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-black-background-color has-background is-style-dots margin-separator-custom\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Como_ir_del_aeropuerto_al_centro_de_Lima\"><\/span>How to get from the airport to downtown Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Jorge Ch\u00e1vez International Airport<\/strong> is located in the Callao area, about <strong>11 km from downtown Lima and about 17 km from Miraflores<\/strong>, the area most popular with tourists. Getting to the city isn't easy, so it's a good idea to plan your arrival carefully:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bus_oficial_Airport_Express\"><\/span>Bus oficial Airport Express<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There is a bus service called <strong>Airport Express Lima<\/strong> that connects the airport with different points in Miraflores. It's cheaper (around <strong>25 soles<\/strong>) and more comfortable, although less flexible than a taxi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxi_o_apps_de_transporte\"><\/span>Taxi or transportation apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The most convenient and safest option is to take an authorized taxi at the airport or use apps like <strong>Uber, Cabify, or DiDi<\/strong>. The trip to Miraflores usually costs between <strong>50 and 70 soles<\/strong> and can take from <strong>45 minutes to over an hour<\/strong>, depending on traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traslados_privados\"><\/span>Private transfers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many accommodations offer private transfer services, which can be convenient if you arrive late at night or prefer to have everything arranged in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transporte_publico_comun\"><\/span>Common public transport<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not recommended for newly arrived tourists, as the airport is in a difficult area and the buses and minibuses lack clear routes or luggage space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Donde_hospedarse_en_Lima\"><\/span>Where to stay in Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">When choosing where to stay in Lima, the most recommended option for most tourists is undoubtedly <strong>Miraflores<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This neighborhood combines safety, good hotel options, and a prime oceanfront location. Walking along the Malec\u00f3n, with its clifftop parks and Pacific views, is one of the city's best experiences, and staying here allows you to enjoy it at any time of day.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima08.jpg\" alt=\"Edificios y hoteles modernos en Miraflores\" class=\"wp-image-40843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima08.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima08-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima08-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Modern buildings and hotels in Miraflores<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In Miraflores, you'll find everything from <strong>budget hostels<\/strong> to <strong>boutique hotels and international chains<\/strong>, as well as a large number of restaurants, bars, and cafes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It's also the perfect base for getting around on foot, as many of the neighborhood's main attractions, such as Kennedy Park, the Larcomar shopping center, and the beaches, are close together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Other areas that some travelers consider are <strong>Barranco<\/strong>, with a more bohemian and artistic atmosphere, and <strong>the Historic Center<\/strong>, ideal for those who want to be close to the Plaza Mayor and the colonial buildings. However, for a first-time visit, Miraflores remains the most convenient and safe option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seguridad_en_Lima\"><\/span>Security in Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Lima is a large city, and like many capital cities, it has safer areas and others where extra caution is warranted. In general, tourist neighborhoods like <strong>Miraflores, Barranco, and the Historic Center<\/strong> are fairly safe during the day, although it's always a good idea to be vigilant about your belongings and not display valuables.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima04.jpg\" alt=\"El centro de Lima es muy seguro de d\u00eda\" class=\"wp-image-40845\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima04.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima04-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima04-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Downtown Lima is very safe during the day.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Outside of these areas, especially in peripheral or uncrowded neighborhoods, it is recommended to avoid walking alone, especially at night, and prefer private transportation or reliable mobility apps like Uber or Cabify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another tip is to <strong>not carry too much cash<\/strong>, carry only what is necessary, and always have photocopies of important documents. Although Lima is not an extremely dangerous city, it does require a certain amount of caution and common sense to avoid problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mejor_epoca_para_ir_a_Lima\"><\/span>Best time to go to Lima<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Lima's climate is quite unique. The city is characterized by gray skies most of the year due to the so-called <strong>\"donkey belly,\"<\/strong> a layer of low clouds that covers the Peruvian coast and often gives the impression of a permanently overcast day.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima10.jpg\" alt=\"Es com\u00fan ver neblina en Lima\" class=\"wp-image-40844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima10.jpg 800w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima10-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/elprismadefer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/blog_lima10-400x225.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It is common to see fog in Lima<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best time to visit Lima is between <strong>December and April<\/strong>, when the sky is usually clearer, temperatures are warmer (between 25\u00b0C and 30\u00b0C), and it is more pleasant to explore the city, especially the neighborhoods near the sea such as Miraflores or Barranco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The rest of the year, from <strong>May to November<\/strong>, the weather becomes cooler and wetter, with temperatures that rarely drop too low, but with that fog and gray sky that can affect the visit, especially if you are looking to enjoy the cliffs and the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even so, since Lima doesn't experience heavy rainfall, it can be visited at any time of year, although the city looks most attractive during the summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mis_reflexiones\"><\/span>My thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My time in Lima left me with mixed feelings. 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