Lima was founded in 1535, and remains one of the oldest capital cities in the Americas. The historic district includes architecture that dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries, and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Highlights in this walkable area include: Cathedral of Lima, founded in 1538. Government Palace of Peru Museo Central - MUCEN: a Museum in a 1920s bank exhibiting pre- & post-Columbian artifacts, jewelry, paintings & more.
Parque Kennedy is the heart of the Miraflores neighborhood. With many surrounding shops, places to eat, and local artists, it is a popular place for visitors to experience Lima's culture.
Parque del Amor is located in El Malecón de Miraflores. Beautiful sightseeing of the ocean and the coast of Lima. Several coffee shops and places to eat surround the area.
Walk through the Barranco district, explore local arts and a blend of Peruvian x Bohemian culture. Be sure to explore the area around Parque Municipal de Barranco, as well as the footbridge Puente de los Suspiros.
A museum of colonial art founded in 1987, located within a historic mansion, previously owned by Pedro De Osma, who was a prominent lawyer, politician, and art collector.