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1. Larco Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Larco Museum
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2. The Government Palace ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Government Palace
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3. Basilica y Convento de San Francisco de Lima

Basilica y Convento de San Francisco de Lima
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4. Huaca Pucllana

Huaca Pucllana
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5. Park of the Reserve

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Park of the Reserve
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6. Museo de la Nacion

Museo de la Nacion
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7. Park of Love

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Park of Love
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8. National Museum of Archeology, Anthropology, and History

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National Museum of Archeology, Anthropology, and History
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9. Museum of the Central Reserve Bank

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Museum of the Central Reserve Bank
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10. Numismatic Museum of Peru

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Numismatic Museum of Peru
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11. The Parque de las Leyendas

The Parque de las Leyendas
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12. The Museum of Inquisition and Congress

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The Museum of Inquisition and Congress
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13. Metropolitan Museum of Lima

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Metropolitan Museum of Lima
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14. The Lima Art Museum

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The Lima Art Museum
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15. Cathedral Basilica of Lima

Cathedral Basilica of Lima
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16. Gold Museum of Peru and Arms of the World

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Gold Museum of Peru and Arms of the World
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17. El Olivar

El Olivar
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18. Los Pantanos de Villa

Los Pantanos de Villa
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19. Real Felipe Fortress

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Real Felipe Fortress
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20. Palacio de Torre Tagle

Palacio de Torre Tagle
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21. The Museum Andres del Castillo

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The Museum Andres del Castillo
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22. Parque Zoologico Huachipa

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Parque Zoologico Huachipa
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23. Parque Salazar

Parque Salazar
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Lima is a city with a history so rich it predates the colonial presence in Peru, with civilizations dating back a millennia.
  • It is home to pre-Columbian temples, stately museums, solemn religious monuments from the 18th century, and edgy art galleries.
  • Visitors will find a thriving nightlife of pulsing tropical beats, incredible beaches, and an energetic boardwalk.

Where to Stay in Lima:

Pariwana Hostel Lima

Sheraton Lima Historic Center

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