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Home/Destinations/Lima/Lima in 1 day
1 day · Lima itinerary

Lima in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Lima? See the centre and taste the food. Here is how to spend one perfect day in Peru’s capital — plus the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Historic centre
  2. 2Catacombs
  3. 3Miraflores
  4. 4Food tour

Morning: historic centre

Plaza Mayor, cathedral and catacombs.

Midday: Miraflores

Stroll the cliff-top parks and coast.

Evening: food tour

Feast on ceviche and a pisco sour.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Lima — prices per person.

Lima in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Lima in one day?
Yes — explore the historic centre and catacombs in the morning, stroll seaside Miraflores at midday, and end with a Peruvian food tour featuring ceviche and a pisco sour in the evening.
What is the best one-day Lima tour?
A historic centre and catacombs city tour combined with a Peruvian food tour is the most rewarding way to spend a single day in Lima.
How much does one day in Lima cost?
Budget roughly €30–€70 per person for a city tour and a food tour with tastings.

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