• Mercado nro 1 de Surquillo - This fascinating walking tour will help you gain a little insight into the local Limeño culture and history. After being picked up from your hotel at 9 am, the taxi will take you to the Miraflores market, where Peruvian merchants will enlighten you on the local produce and outline the different types of potatoes, corn and fruits that can be found in Peru. Feel free to grab some samples and don’t forget to try the coca leaves!
• Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor) - Following a short meander through the market, you will then hop on the public bus ‘Metropolitano’ to the historic center, where you can admire grand colonial buildings. The Historic Center of Lima has been the seat of the Colonial and Republican governments since the Spanish foundation of the city in 1535 and is also an important indigenous center. Until the 1940s, it also housed Peru’s richest and most influential families. As you stroll through the city center, pay attention to the changing style of architecture and the beautiful interior balconies.
• Plaza San Martin - Upon arriving to Plaza San Martin, you will taste some delicious Peruvian pastries before heading to the main square. There, you will stop by a small outlet of the ChocoMuseum and will receive fun facts and information about the process of transforming the cocoa bean into the delicious chocolate that you will be savoring. Following this tasty treat, the tour will proceed to the Cordano Bar, where you will taste a typical Peruvian drink, the Chicha Morada, made from sweet purple corn. From here, you can either grab the Metropolitano bus back to Miraflores or you are welcome to stay in the historic center to continue exploring on your own terms.

• Public transport fees included
• Guided tour with a local expert
• Complimentary hotel pickup in designated districts
• Enjoy Chicha Morada and local food tasting

• Entrance fees (you don’t need entrance tickets for this excursion, but if you wanted to enter one of churches you would have to pay this on spot)
• Tips

The focus of today is to uncover the intriguing history of Lima. Prepare for many surprises ahead. Your journey will begin with a hotel pick-up followed by a tour of a local marketplace where you can sample some customary fruits. Afterwards, you will hop on the Metropolitano bus headed for Downtown Lima. There, you’ll be guided through the most consequential Colonial buildings by your private tour guide. The Historic Center has been the core of the Colonial and Republican governments since the Spanish established the city in 1535 on a pre-existing indigenous urban center. Until the 1940s, this district was home to Peru’s most influential families. Keep an eye out for the distinct architectural styles and traditional balconies as you navigate through known and hidden official buildings, churches, and residences. Visit the Church and Convent of Santo Domingo, the Church of San Pedro, Casa Osambela and Casa Riva Aguero. The tour concludes with a return to your Miraflores hotel.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

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