Lima Listing of Activities & Attractions

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Things to do in Lima

Magic Water Circuit (Circuito Mágico del Agua)
Known for its impressive collection of illuminated fountains with interactive water features and colorful light shows, entry is the ticket costs around S/ 4 for adults, discounted prices are available for children and students, making it affordable for most visitors.

Larco Museum
Known for its vast collection of pre-Columbian art, including ceramics and distinctive erotic pottery, entry is around 30 Peruvian Soles for adults, with discounts available for students and children, and free admission for children under 7.

Plaza Mayor
Known for its grand colonial architecture, historic significance, and being the central gathering place in Lima, entry is free.

Parque de la Reserva
Known for its impressive Magic Water Circuit featuring interactive, illuminated fountains combined with music and light shows, entry is approximately 4 Peruvian Soles for adults, with discounts for children and seniors, making it very affordable for most visitors.

Costa Verde
Known for its dramatic coastline, surfing spots, and beautiful ocean views, entry is free.

Miraflores Boardwalk (Malecón de Miraflores)
Known for panoramic ocean views, romantic spots like Parque del Amor, and vibrant street life along Lima’s cliffs, entry is free.

Parque Kennedy
Known for being a lively urban park famous for its resident stray cats and local cultural events, entry is free.

Parque Kennedy Cat Park
Known for its large population of friendly stray cats and its location in the lively Miraflores district, entry is free.

Barranco District
Known for its bohemian atmosphere, colorful street art, and the romantic Puente de los Suspiros, entry is free.

Government Palace of Peru
Known for its colonial architecture, presidential history, and the ceremonial changing of the guard, entry is free.

Huaca Pucllana
Known for its large adobe pyramid ruins and insights into the ancient Lima Culture's architecture and society, entry is around S/ 15 for adults, with discounts available for students and children; guided tour prices may vary.

San Francisco Monastery
Known for its stunning Baroque architecture, the historical catacombs, and its rich colonial history, entry is around 15 Peruvian soles for adults, with reduced prices for children and seniors; guided tour fees may be additional.

Museo de la Nación
Known for its extensive collection of pre-Columbian artifacts and cultural history of Peru, entry is around 10 Peruvian soles for adults and may offer reduced prices or free entry for children, students, and seniors.

Museum of Art of Lima (MALI)
Known for its extensive collection of Peruvian art spanning from ancient times to contemporary works, entry is approximately 15 Peruvian Soles for adult admission, with discounts available for students and seniors, and children under a certain age often admitted free.

Pantocrator Church (Iglesia de la Virgen del Pantocrátor)
Known for its colonial architecture and religious artwork in Lima, entry is free.

Activities & Things To Do in Lima