Quick Summary: 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.


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Larco Museum

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The Government Palace

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Basilica y Convento de San Francisco de Lima

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Huaca Pucllana

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Park of the Reserve

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Museo de la Nacion

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Park of Love

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National Museum of Archeology, Anthropology, and History

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Museum of the Central Reserve Bank

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Numismatic Museum of Peru

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The Parque de las Leyendas

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The Museum of Inquisition and Congress

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Metropolitan Museum of Lima

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The Lima Art Museum

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Cathedral Basilica of Lima

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Gold Museum of Peru and Arms of the World

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El Olivar

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Los Pantanos de Villa

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Real Felipe Fortress

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Palacio de Torre Tagle

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The Museum Andres del Castillo

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Parque Zoologico Huachipa

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Parque Salazar

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Where to Stay in Lima:

Pariwana Hostel Lima

Sheraton Lima Historic Center

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