Larco Museum & Lima Historical Center

Overview

This tour is a gem because you will have the opportunity to visit 2 fantastic places in Lima city. 9:00 – Hotel pick up and visit the Larco Museum. (2 hours approx.) Founded in 1926, the Larco Museum exhibits an impressive archaeological collection in different galleries that allows us to see the development of Peruvian pre-Columbian cultures with more than 3000 years old. 11:00 Guided visit to the Historical Center and its impressive monuments, you can appreciate the Basilica Lima Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the municipality, and the inside visit to the Convent of San Francisco considered the most important architectural work of Latin America and the interior, its catacombs. On the route time to appreciate the Costa Verde highway and the Pacific Ocean.

Itinerary

1. Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

   The Main Square or Plaza de Armas of Lima, is the birthplace of the city of Lima, as well as the core of the city. Located in the Historic Centre of Lima, it is surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, Archbishop's Palace of Lima, the Municipal Palace, and the Palace of the Union.

   · 30 min

2. Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas

   The Church and Convent of San Francisco is beside the Cathedral of Lima probably the most significant religious complex in Lima and the most successful and impressive monument of Colonial architecture in whole Latin America.

   · 30 min

3. Musée Larco

   Situated in an 18th-century viceroyalty mansion and surrounded by beautiful gardens, the Museo Larco is a space that stimulates and inspires, where it is possible to enjoy and learn more about the fascinating history of ancient Peru.

   · 1 h

4. Plaza San Martin

   The Plaza San Martín is one of the most representative public spaces in the city of Lima, Peru. It is located within the Historic Centre of Lima which was declared a World Heritage Site in 1988 by UNESCO. Its central monument gives homage to Peru's liberator, José de San Martín.

   · 15 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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