Karen & Darius
Things To Do
Catacumbas del Convento de San Francisco
Walk through the remains of an estimated 75,000 bodies buried beneath the convent, a truly memorable and beautifully dark sightseeing experience.
Magic Water Circuit
An impressive series of illuminated fountains in the Parque de la Reserva. It’s fun and worth the visit if you have an extra day in Lima you need to fill in!
Cathedral of Lima
The Basilica Cathedral of Lima, otherwise Lima Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral located in the Plaza Mayor of downtown Lima, Peru. Construction began in 1535 and completed in 1649. It is dedicated to St John, Apostle and Evangelist.
Plaza de Armas de Lima
Right at the heart of Lima’s historic center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). Lima’s Plaza de Armas is a place of endless photo opportunities and excellent people watching. Notable buildings on the square include the Government Palace and Lima Cathedral, as well as the Archbishop’s Palace and the Casa del Oidor, both of which sport ornate box balconies made of wood.
Gran Hotel Bolivar Lima
Located in front of San Martín Square, there is one reason why Peruvians call Gran Hotel Bolivar the “Pisco Cathedral”: they offer the biggest Pisco Sour in the city, with five ounces of Pisco, four ounces of lemon juice mixed with sugar syrup. That’s almost twice the size of servings used in other bars. It got its “cathedral” nickname after the kind of glasses they use to serve the Pisco Sours. Its luxurious decoration from the 1920s – the hotel is officially recognized as a national monument – attracted important figures of the time, many of whom left incredible anecdotes, like the one time Orson Welles allegedly drank 42 Pisco Sours in one sitting. Try drinking one and see what happens.
Barranco
Lima’s so-called bohemian district. Bohemian or not, it’s a good place for a daytime stroll or a lively night of bars, beers, bands and anything else that begins with ‘b’. That includes bridges: if you like little bridges, you’ll love the ornate Puente de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs) that crosses over the Bajada de Baños, a walkway that runs down to the beaches below. Legend states that those who set sight on the bridge for the first time are entitled to a single wish if they can cross its 30-meter span without taking a single breath. Barranco is also home to the Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Lima (MAC Lima), one of the most famous art museums in Lima.
MATE Mario Testino Museum
Mario Testino Museum (also known as MATE) is a non-profit organization founded by Peruvian fashion photographer Mario Testino, in 2012.[1] It's a platform for the development of creative industries, a window for the international contemporary art in Lima and for peruvian talent to the world. MATE presents exhibitions from contemporary artists next to the permanent exhibition of Mario Testino's work.
Larcomar
Ocean front mall, with boutique stores and great bars ans restaurants.
Brisas del Titicaca Asociación Cultural
Dinner show with Peruvian typical dances. A must see while in town!
Parque Kennedy
Parque Kennedy, the unofficial main square of Lima, sits at the center of the Miraflores district. Curiously named after U.S. President John F. Kennedy, Parque Kennedy is the forefront of modern Lima and a meeting point for locals and travelers alike. Less than a mile away from the city’s coastal walkway known as the Malecón and close to many of the top hotels in Lima, Parque Kennedy is a great location to begin city exploration. Surrounded by top restaurants, cafes, shops, and just about everything the capital of Peru has to offer, checking out Parque Kennedy is a must for anyone visiting Lima.
Craft beer - BarBarian Miraflores
There are several bars in the same street and in proximity to this craft beer bar as well! You should go and check them out. Don’t forgot to bring an ID!
La Destilería Bar
Very cool bar, usually you don’t need a reservation or to be on a list but try to arrive before 12!
Bazar Bar
Nice place to have a few drinks. Typically you dont need a reservation if you go early or have a small party.
Lima Bar
Fun bar/club to visit on a Friday/Saturday night. You might need to pay a fee to enter. Party doesn’t start before 12 but it’s better if you arrive before then. It can get pretty busy!
Larco Museum
Lovely museum where you ca explore more than 5000 years of ancient Peruvian history and the intimate bond that existed between pre-Columbian societies and the natural world. Food at the restaurant is also good!
Maido
Must visit! Best Nikkei Restaurant in Peru. Nikkei, though, isn’t your average fusion cuisine. By definition, it’s a Peruvian and Japanese mash up, but the meeting of these two worlds doesn’t produce the vulgar, too-much frankenfood creations that are often associated with fusion. Translating literally into English as “beautiful love child”, Nikkei is exactly that – it takes the most refined elements from Japan and Peru’s strong culinary traditions and melds them into something else entirely. Order several dishes and share! It will be an unforgettable experience. There is also a tasting menu available! A few of our favorites: Ceviche, Sea urchin rice, Short ribs (cooked 50 hours), Pan con chicharron, Nigiri a lo pobre, Nigiri de Mar, Yakimeshi, and more!!
Mercado San Ramón
Take a walk to Mercado San Ramon ("calle de las pizas") to grab a bite, drink or just look at its pretty cool design.
Cicciolina
Great place for Tapas or formal dining. If you feel adventurous, try the Alpaca!
Jack's Café
American style café restaurant with Australian roots located in the lower part of one of the oldest neighborhoods of Cusco, called “San Blas”. It is at the corner of the streets Choquechaca and Cuesta del San Blas, on the route Antisuyo. At Jack´s you can find an international cuisine on the menu and at the same time the effort and dedication of our team that is happy to attend to your needs. At Jack´s Café you can have breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee all day long!
Astrid y Gastón
Amazing restaurant that specializes in high end peruvian food.
Costanera 700 - Japanese/Peruvian fusion
Osaka
Great sushi spot!
Panchita - Miraflores
Peruvian cuisine, large portions!
Manolo
Great coffee/churro spot close to the Marriott
La Tiendecita Blanca
Nice spot for breakfast, coffee or sandwiches.
Hotel B
A must visit while in Barranco for a snack, full meal or just drinks.
