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Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup
4.9(198)Lima3–4 hours
TRIPADVISOR4.9(198)
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At a glance
Duration
3–4 hours
Price from
$19 / person
Location
Lima, Peru
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 198 reviews
Languages
EN, ES
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Lima Walking Tour
Meeting point
Passengers must be in front of the Gran Hotel Bolivar, 10 minutes before the meeting time.
Description
Discover the heart of historic Lima on this small-group cultural experience through the city’s UNESCO-listed Historic Center, ideal for first-time visitors looking to explore the city’s rich colonial history in a more authentic and personal way.
Walk through Lima’s most iconic colonial landmarks, including Plaza San Martín, Plaza Mayor, Jirón de la Unión, and the beautiful Church of La Merced, while learning about the city’s fascinating history, architecture, and local traditions from passionate local guides.
Choose between the flexible meeting point option or upgrade to the most booked experience including transport, Catacombs entrance, and local snacks for a more complete and stress-free visit.
Limited small-group spaces available.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:30 AM and 10:30 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 1+)
$19
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Historic Lima Walking Tour
Chinatown Experience
Catacombs Entrance Included: Explore Lima’s famous underground catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery, one of the city’s most unique attractions.
Lima Chinatown Visit: Visit Lima’s vibrant Chinatown and enjoy classic local Chinese snacks while learning about the Chinese influence on Peruvian
Car, Minivan or Sprinter: The vehicle used for the tour will depend on the final number of confirmed passengers.
Pickup included
Premium: Pickup + Catacombs
Catacombs Entrance Included: Explore Lima’s famous underground catacombs beneath the San Francisco Monastery, one of the city’s most unique attractions.
Car, Minivan or Sprinter: The vehicle used for the tour will depend on the final number of confirmed passengers.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Plaza San Martin
30 min
Start your experience at one of Lima’s most beautiful and historic squares. Learn about Peru’s independence while admiring the elegant European-style architecture surrounding Plaza San Martín.
Jiron de La Union
20 min
Walk through Lima’s most iconic pedestrian street, once considered the city’s most elegant avenue and today filled with local culture, history, and everyday life.
Iglesia y Convento La Merced
30 min
Visit one of Lima’s oldest and most important colonial churches, famous for its baroque architecture and fascinating religious history.The church contains a variety of reredos. The altarpiece is fire gilded. The center of the altarpiece contains an image of the Virgin of Mercy, declared in 1615 the "heavenly protector of Lima."
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
60 min
Discover the heart of Lima’s historic center, surrounded by the Government Palace, Cathedral of Lima, and some of the city’s most important colonial buildings.
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Admission not included60 min
End the experience with the visit of the famous San Francisco Catacombs, an underground cemetery dating back to colonial times and one of Lima’s most unique historical attractions.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Not included
Catacombs entrance
Meeting point pick-ups are available in Miraflores. Vehicle type depends on the number of confirmed participants.
Pickup Locations & Times
Premium Tickets only: Optional meeting point pick-ups are available from our Tourist Information Centers in Miraflores for added convenience. Transportation may be provided in a car, minivan, or sprinter depending on the final number of confirmed participants.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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How it compares in Lima
Starting price $19 is 61% below the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Lima
Excurgo comparison of 1,449 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup take?
Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup cost?
Prices start at $19 per person for this Lima experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Can I cancel Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Premium Tickets only: Optional meeting point pick-ups are available from our Tourist Information Centers in Miraflores for added convenience. Transportation may be provided in a car, minivan, or sprinter depending on the final number of confirmed participants.
What languages is Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 12 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Historic Lima & Catacombs Tour with Optional Pickup worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 198 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Lima Walking Tour.
Reviews(198)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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945hitenp
September 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
5* Historic Tour & Catacombs Visit with Merci
Just come back from the essentials tour to Historic tour and catacombs visit. The experience was great and made even better by the tour guide Merci who did a great job explaining everything. The essentials tour includes the catacombs paid for and also a churro. I would also recommend getting a Chicha Morada. The tour takes four hours but the time flies by.
During our tour we had a very small group of four with the atmosphere being great throughout.
Thank you Merci
Operator response
Thank you so much for joining our Essentials Tour Hiten! 💛
It was a pleasure showing you the Historic Center and sharing its history, traditions, and flavors with your lovely group.
I’m so happy you enjoyed the catacombs, the churro, and the Chicha Morada recommendation! 😊
Thank you for your kind words and for recommending the experience. Hope to see you again in Lima! ✨
C
carlosvU2046DQ
September 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent service from Marcy on our tour of the Historic Center of Lima.
We had an excellent experience on our tour today of Lima's Historic Center. Marcy was very polite, kind, and attentive throughout the entire tour. She explained each place in great detail and was always mindful that we were enjoying the experience. Without a doubt, an excellent guide and a very pleasant person. We totally recommend her!
Operator response
¡Muchísimas gracias por tus lindas palabras Carlos! 💛 Me alegra saber que disfrutaron del recorrido por el Centro Histórico de Lima y que se sintieron acompañados durante toda la experiencia. Fue un verdadero placer compartir con ustedes la historia y los rincones de nuestra hermosa ciudad✨
¡Espero que se lleven muy buenos recuerdos de Lima y que nos volvamos a encontrar! 💛
R
Road24576990865
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Historic Lima and Catacombs
Marchi was most knowledgeable and friendly and made our afternoon a joyful experience.
Richard and Michael
Operator response
Richard and Michael,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🤩I’m delighted to hear that I made your afternoon such a joyful experience. It’s great to know that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated my service.
It was a pleasure having you with me, and I hope to welcome you again on your next visit! 💛
J
judithb574
September 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Relaxing
Luisa was very pleasant and clear in telling about the different highlights of Lima. She also made a great recommendation for Pisco Sour.
Operator response
Hartelijk dank voor deze super leuke review, Judith! 💛
Ik vind het geweldig om te horen dat je het zo gezellig hebt gehad en dat mijn tips voor de Pisco Sour in de smaak zijn gevallen! Het is altijd een groot plezier om de mooiste hoogtepunten en de lekkerste lokale weetjes van Lima te delen met toffe gasten zoals jij.
Geniet nog nagenietend van die heerlijke Pisco Sour en hopelijk tot een volgende keer! ✨
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953billyg
September 13, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Perfecto Walking Lima Tour
Perfecto walking tour to see all of historic downtown Lima. Highly recommend and ask for Patsy as your guide. Very knowledgeable guide thru historic downtown.
Operator response
953billyg, thank you so much for the fantastic recommendation! 💛
I'm so thrilled to hear that you had a perfect walking tour and enjoyed exploring Lima's historical center. Guiding you through the incredible history and sharing the best spots of our city center was an absolute pleasure!
Hope to welcome you back again soon for another great tour! ✨
S
Sueshad
September 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour!
I had a great tour with Marcy to see historic Lima and the catacombs this morning! She did an excellent job of providing a bilingual (Spanish/English) tour and keeping us engaged through answering our questions and telling us stories. It was a great way to spend half a day in Lima!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Sueshad! 🤩
I’m delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring historic Lima and the catacombs with me. It was a pleasure sharing the city’s stories in both Spanish and English, and I’m so glad we could make the experience engaging and memorable! ✨
Thank you for choosing our tour, and I hope to see you again in Lima! 💛
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166cassandrem
August 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Top
Very good experience
The guide Maria Fernanda was great (clear explanation and just the right amount of time)
At the end of the tour you are entitled to a little surprise :)
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour votre gentil commentaire, 166cassandrem ! 💛
Je suis ravie d’avoir pu partager cette expérience avec vous et que mes explications vous aient plu. 😊 Je suis également heureuse que la petite surprise finale ait été appréciée !
Au plaisir de vous revoir pour une prochaine découverte ! ✨
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finatik
August 23, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Stephon was awesome. Great information.
Operator response
Finatik, thank you so much for your kind words! 💛
I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and found the information interesting. It was a pleasure sharing Lima’s history and stories with you.
Hope to see you again in Lima! ✨
M
Mogrey11
August 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Historic Lima and Catacomb Tour
Marci was our guide. She did a wonderful job of including English translations to her normal Spanish tour. She was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. I highly recommend this tour!!
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Mogrey11! 💛
I’m very happy to know you enjoyed the tour and that my English translations helped you feel included throughout the experience. It was a pleasure sharing Lima’s history and stories with you! Thank you for recommending the tour.
✨ I hope to see you again in Lima!
C
cauafresquet
August 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Good
Marcy is very nice and pleasant! The tour is entertaining and they explain interesting things.
Operator response
¡cauafresquet, muchas gracias por tu comentario y por compartir tu experiencia! 💛
Me alegra mucho saber que te pareció entretenido el tour y que disfrutaste de las historias y datos interesantes de Lima. Fue un placer acompañarte y compartir este recorrido contigo. ¡Espero volver a verte pronto para alcanzar la quinta estrella! ✨
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