City & History in Lima — FAQ

What are the top things to see in Lima?
Lima’s highlights are the UNESCO historic centre with the Plaza Mayor and cathedral, the catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery, the cliff-top Miraflores district, and the bohemian, artsy neighbourhood of Barranco.
What are the Lima catacombs?
The catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery in Lima’s historic centre are atmospheric crypts holding the bones of thousands, a fascinating and eerie highlight of a city tour.
Is a Lima city tour worth it?
Yes — a city tour reveals Lima’s grand colonial centre, the catacombs, and the seaside charm of Miraflores and Barranco, showing the many layers of Peru’s capital.