Lima Things to Do

Characterized by an extremely lively atmosphere, this is Lima's Brazilian spot par excellence. Located in the heart of Miraflores, the bar's pleasant terrace overlooks the Parque Kennedy (Kennedy Park). The waitresses are very... more

Situated at the top of the 11th block of the Avenida Pardo, this venue is well known in the city for its folkloric entertainment. The spot is particularly popular with international travelers and tourists who come for classic P... more

Young Bohemian-types flock to this watering hole for drinks and good music early on in the week, when other spots in the city are "dry." There is a cozy bar, intimate seating and a small dance floor to shake to the rhythms. The... more

This teahouse, mirroring the French patisseries of yesteryear, was built in 1946 by Jean Louis Pinaud and his wife Suzanne Garda. It has since become something of a tradition in San Isidro. Today there are also two other locati... more

This museum displays the historic development of Peru through a collection of archaeological finds. More than 100,000 pieces from pre-Hispanic Peruvian cultures are arranged chronologically and didactically, highlighting cerami... more

Initially a Bohemian drinking hole, this bar slowly has become a dynamic gathering place with lovely decor and a cosmopolitan ambiance. Nearly every night brings a live music performance, with rock music and jazz sounds predomi... more

Sprawling across a large area, this amusement park has games to suit all ages. There are ball tents, carousels, video games, and trains for the youngsters. For the more daring, laser tag, bumper cars, Indy cars, Nascar, Max 5,... more

This is considered one of the oldest houses in all of Lima, because it dates back to the 17th Century. According to local tradition, the women from Lima would hide behind the shutters of their balconies to watch what was happen... more

Inspired from the architecture of the Palace de Justice in Brussels and designed by the architect Bruno Paprocki, it was built on the site where a prison once stood. The Great Hall is surrounded by columns and decorated with mo... more

Built in the last part of the 18th century, this house was named in honour of its last proprietor, the distinguished writer Don José de la Riva Agüero. The Roman floor plan-introduced by the Spaniards-characteristically found i... more