In this tour, you will learn more about Lima's history as you visit many of Lima's historical sites, such as the Government Palace and the catacombs of the San Francisco Monastery. To further deepen your knowledge of Lima's history, you will visit the Larco Herrera Museum which is located in a beautiful 18th century vice-royal mansion built over a 7th century Colombian pyramid. By the end of this tour, you will have a better understanding of what continues to make Lima the "City of the Kings".
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Highlights
- Learn about the history of the Peruvian capital, Lima.
- See and learn about many of Lima's historical buildings
- Have a drink in one of Peru's oldest bars
- Visit the Larco Herrera Museum and learn about Peruvian pre-Columbian history
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Itinerary
You will start your tour by getting to know the Peruvian capital and learn about how it became the "City of the Kings". You will able to admire the beautiful colonial buildings as you walk around the Plaza Mayor, Basilica Cathedral of Lima, the Government Palace, the Monasterio de San Francisco and its fascinating Catacombs. To end this wonderful walking tour, you will visit one of Peru's oldest bars and try one of the best Pisco Sours in Lima.
Next, you will visit the Larco Museum which showcases an overview on 3000 years of development of Peruvian pre-Columbian history.
What's Included
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Haku Tours
Locally Owned Nonprofit
Start your adventure by exploring Peruvian culture in Lima! If you're only spending a few hours in the city, Haku Tours offers a variety of classes and short tours that you can take part in like: cooking classes, visits to local markets, and city walking tours
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