If you enjoy architecture and history and are limited on time, this is the tour for you! From grand plazas, palaces and cathedrals to unique pre-Colombian artifacts, we'll cover it all in just six short hours. A walking tour of Lima's colonial streets along with a tour of the infamous Catacombs below the San Francisco Convent will get us started. We'll combine this with an extensive visit to the best recognized private collection of antiquities in Lima, the Larco Museum, to leave you with a very good introduction to the fascinating history of Peru.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $299.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Tour From Hotel
Tour from Hotel: Tour as outlined in Activity Summary with a free pick-up from a hotel in the districts of San Isidro, Miraflores or Barranco.
Pickup included
From Airport or Port of Callao
Private Pick-Up: Airport: Flight information is required.
Port: Contact local agency to coordinate pick-up location.
Passenger van or sedan
Pick-Up from Airport Hotel: Choose if pick-up is from Grand Costa Del Sol or Holiday Inn Airport.
Pickup included
Itinerary
Plaza San Martin
10 min
Our first stop on the historic city-center portion of our tour. Here we recognize one of Peru's most well-known liberators, Jose de San Martin.
Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)
30 min
Here we will spend a few minutes in the heart of Lima. The Plaza de Armas is home to the Presidential Palace, Arch Bishop's Palace, Cathedral and Municipal buildings and can oftentimes be a lively place filled with people and various forms of entertainment.
Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas
Admission included60 min
Also known as the St. Francis Monastery in English, the church and convent were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1991. The site contains a world-renown library with about 25,000 antique texts and in the catacombs beneath it is estimated that this same number of people were laid to rest. Today you can explore the once hidden passages and observe the uniquely displayed remains of first Limeños.
Museo Larco
Admission included150 min
Built atop a seventh century pyramid, this vice-royal mansion is a site to see with its beautifully cared for gardens; you will find yourself snapping photos of the grounds as much so as the relics inside. The portion of the tour consists of captivating history, a 45,000-piece store of antiquities and an intriguing erotic collection (this room can be left out if touring with younger children.)
Afterwards we will have time to enjoy a delicious lunch surrounded by colorful gardens on the outdoor patio of the museum cafe.
What's included
Included
Professional Licensed Local Guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off (from districts of San Isidro, Miraflores & Barranco - all others please see: Exclusions)
Private tour
Transport by private vehicle
Not included
When tipping, please do so separately for the guide and driver.
Lunch at Larco Museum Cafe
Pickup Locations & Times
Other locations include residential or Air BnB addresses located within the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco.
We offer this tour in the form of a layover or shore excursion, please choose the appropriate option when selecting your tour grade. Please list flight and or cruise information.
If you are staying at the Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol or Holiday Inn Airport Hotels, then you should choose the Tour from Airport option.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Lima
Starting price $159 is 99% above the typical $80 for tours of similar length in Lima
Excurgo comparison of 1,464 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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 Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum take?
Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
How much does Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum cost?
Prices start at $159 per person for this Lima experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $299. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 12:00 PM.
Can I cancel Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum 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. Other locations include residential or Air BnB addresses located within the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro or Barranco.
We offer this tour in the form of a layover or shore excursion, please choose the appropriate option when selecting your tour grade. Please list flight and or cruise information.
If you are staying at the Wyndham Grand Costa del Sol or Holiday Inn Airport Hotels, then you should choose the Tour from Airport option. Pickup points include Tierra Viva Miraflores Larco Hotel, Hotel Esperanza.
What languages is Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Historic Lima & Larco Museum worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Integrity Tourism.
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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zyulka99
May 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing Lima tour
We had an amazing historical tour of Lima today with Marco. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, accommodating, and friendly, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Our driver, Coqui, was fantastic as well—he handled Lima’s busy and sometimes complicated roads with ease, so we could just relax and take everything in.
Visiting the Larco Museum was a highlight, and lunch at the museum café exceeded our expectations. Overall, it was a wonderful experience and a great way to explore Lima’s rich history. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Here’s a polished version that keeps **your warm, appreciative, personal tone** and matches the style of your published responses on Viator:
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Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the traveling world. Having a guide who is not only knowledgeable but also genuinely friendly makes all the difference, and it’s exactly why we choose our team so carefully. Those qualities turn a good tour into a truly memorable one.
Coqui is indeed a top‑notch driver, and he will be thrilled to hear how impressed you were with his skills and professionalism.
Thank you again for your heartfelt recommendation — it means so much to us.
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johnkZ1668UZ
March 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent Tour of Historic Lima
Excellent tour of historic downtown Lima & Larco Museum! Edgar was kind and very knowledgeable about Lima, Peru and all of the sites we visited. Jorge did a great job getting us around the city in the infamous Lima traffic! Highly recommend this tour with Integrity!
Operator response
Thank you for this wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that your day exploring historic Lima and the Larco Museum was such a memorable experience. Edgar will be thrilled to know his knowledge and kindness stood out, and Jorge will certainly appreciate the recognition for navigating Lima’s legendary traffic with such skill. We truly appreciate your recommendation and send our warmest wishes on behalf of our entire team here at Integrity Tourism.
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sharonbK2940LQ
March 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Private Day Tour in Lima!
Nataly, our tour guide, was amazing. She was waiting with a sign upon our arrival spot. We started in Miraflores and Love Park. Nataly is incredible knowledgeable and interesting. We stopped at the pyramids and it was so interesting to learn about the history. We were dropped off in the historic district and even saw the changing of the guards. Made a few extra stops looking for tee-shirts...Nataly was so accommodating. Our next adventure was lunch at the Larco Museum. Lunch was beyond delicious and beautiful. Having our own personal guide through the museum was a highlight. We learned the history and now understand more about various artifacts. It was the perfect about of information. Then we headed to the Chorrillos Area - overlooking the entire city. It was spectacular! The tour was perfect amount of time, perfect amount of information, driver was always there and ready to pick us up. Highly suggest this tour!
Operator response
We work hard to make every part of the experience stand out — from greeting you with a personalized sign to crafting an itinerary that flows perfectly. Nothing is ever overlooked. It sounds like Nathaly brought all those details together beautifully and left you with a memorable impression of Lima!
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Lisa_G
February 26, 2026 · via Viator
Exceptional tour and guide of Lima
We did a 6 hour private tour with Nathaly and Hector, our driver.
Best team and tour ever on Viator.
Nathaly was so well read about the history of Lima. She took is through every area of Lima to give is the full experience.
We toured the Larco Museum as our last stop and had an excellent Peruvian meal at the restaurant The atmosphere, food and decor are worth making a reservation and adding to your tour.
Nathaly even made the time for a gelato stop at Blu as she knew we were both craving gelato.
Highly recommend this company integrity and Nathaly. She is full pf knowledge, speaks English fluently and is a lovely person.
Operator response
What a truly wonderful review — thank you so much for your kind words!
It was absolutely our pleasure to coordinate all of those special details in advance and create a day that perfectly matched your interests. We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed your time with Nathaly and Hector. They truly are a fantastic team, and we’re so glad Nathaly’s passion for Lima’s history, along with those thoughtful touches — from the Larco Museum to a delicious Peruvian meal and even a gelato stop at Blu — made your experience so memorable.
Providing personalized, meaningful experiences is always our goal, and it means the world to know we delivered that for you. We sincerely appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Lima again someday!
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samanthahU1398RA
October 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Best guide and drivers ever
We had the best guides and drivers when we travel in Peru! They let us feel very comfortable and always know what we need. Definitely will come back with their service!
Operator response
Thank you, Samantha, for your kind review of our services. We are so glad that Maricarmen and Jorge made your day with us just perfect! We look forward to having you with us again sometime in the future. Best regards!
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Judy_S
September 30, 2024 · via Viator
Learning Experiece!
Our guide, Maricarmen, was the best! Articulate and knowledgeable. The Larco Museum was exceptional-- the quantity and quality of artifacts was amazing. The Larco and Maricarmen provided an excellent overview of the many past cultures of Peru. We also enjoyed old city Lima tour. We felt comfortable walking the bustling sidewalks with our guide. Hector, our driver, was prompt and his car was extremely clean. I highly recommend this tour!
Operator response
Why thank you for this marvelous review! One of our favorite aspects of this tour is just as you mentioned; the possibility of learning about the many past cultures of Peru which often go overlooked. Larco Museum is definitely a must see and we are so glad that you decided to visit it with us! Thank you again for taking the time to share about your experience, we appreciate it. Kindest regards.
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scottjoan55
October 22, 2017 · via Tripadvisor
Informative, Educational, and Enjoyable
This outstanding tour was a great introduction to Lima and the history of Peru. We packed in a lot, but we never felt rushed. Our hosts know and love the the history of the area. They navigated the streets and traffic efficiently and safely. We thoroughly enjoyed the day.
Operator response
And we thoroughly enjoyed having you and your group as our personal guests for the day! We appreciate your comments about our driver's ability to navigate Lima, it can be quite a daunting task and we thank you for entrusting that to us. It was a pleasure touring with you, please receive our best regards.
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Pamela D
March 30, 2017 · via Viator
Sergio Pinto was our tour guide and...
<p>Sergio Pinto was our tour guide and our driver was another Sergio. Very prompt picking us up at the port as we requested. Nice car and felt very safe while they were driving us around. Sergio Pinto was a great tour guide - friendly, very good English. We had a nice walking tour of the historic section. He took us to the local ice cream shop where we were able to taste the local flavors. Museo Larco was very nice - we were able to sit down for a private lunch when we got there - definitely worth adding that option to the tour. Did the tour of the museum after lunch. The lunch was one of the best we had the entire time in Lima. Hands down the best ceviche.</p>
Operator response
Thank you for your kind and detailed review. We appreciate you confiding is us for your tour of Lima and the Larco Museum. We agree, the food at Larco Cafe is delicious and we are thrilled that you think so too. A stop at the Cafe is now included on this tour as we fill it gives the passenger a nice break between the tour of Historic Lima and the museum. It's just such a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the flavor of Peru! Thanks again for your comments.
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