Lima · TOURS
109 reviewed
This is the shortlist we would give a friend flying in: the 15 tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
From Lima to Paracas and Huacachina for Ballestas wildlife, pisco tasting, and optional dune buggy and sandboarding.
“The day trip was long but so worth it! The bus was comfortable with incredible wifi. My guide Yeli was so patient and organised helping us to get everywhere on time with all the information we needed. I had a great day, highly recommend!”
A 4-hour Lima walking food tour through Barranco with ceviche and lomo saltado demos, pisco sour tasting, and fair-trade chocolate.
“Annie was a wonderful host, very friendly and knowledgeable.”
Sea lions and penguins at Paracas, pisco tasting, and Huacachina dune buggy plus sandboarding in one long day from Lima.
“I tip my hat to Eduardo, the drivers of the van who drove us to the different sites and also the the gentleman who drove the buggy over the sand dunes. Eduardo was prudent and careful. The buggy driver was equally prudent but also took us on an exhilarating roller coaster like ride. The tours and the food were excellent. Omar, at the Pisco tasting place, was entertaining.”
Morning speedboat tour from Paracas to El Candelabro and the Ballestas Islands to spot penguins, sea lions, and birds on a 2-hour ride.
“The experience was wonderful, just one thing to suggest try to be the least invasive with the animals”
Barranco stroll plus guided Pachacamac ruins in Lima. Ocean views at the Temple of the Sun and museum finds, all for $59.
“Martha was our guide and she was marvellous. She was very knowledgeable, friendly and even shared heaps of tips of other things to do in Lima. We really appreciated her help. The tour itself was great, I think Oscar was the driver we had and he was excellent too. Would highly recommend!”
Half-day Pachacamac tour from Lima with a small group, admission included, and expert explanations of the Sun and Moon Temples.
“Our guide was great. He was timely and he gave great information on the site. The driver did a great job also. I would recommend this tour.”
Evening Magic Water Circuit tour in Lima with hotel pickup, a small group walk, and a guided lights-and-sound show at the Fantasy Fountain.
“Amazing show and our guide Pamela was great. Learned a lot about Peru in this tour and was very interesting.”
A 4-hour Lima street-food walk through historic landmarks, Mercado Central, and Chinatown chifa, with tastings, drinks, and stories.
“David was a knowledgeable and kind guide, and the food was delicious!”
Hotel pickup, a smart museum intro, and a guided walk through Pachacamac’s big Inca-era complex with ocean views.
“Jordan was a great host—super knowledgeable and very insightful. Pachacamac reminded us of some amazing archeological sites we've seen in Egypt. So awe-inspiring!”
Catch Lima’s Magic Water Circuit and fountain show on a small-group evening tour with a bilingual guide, included admission, and easy logistics.
“Rubi was a wonderful guide so knowledgeable and great English. The water park is great fun and beautiful with lots to do for every age. Rubi bought a light dessert of local donut and honey. We enjoyed the night and Rubi's company”
Two-hour Ballestas Islands eco-tour from Paracas with a bilingual guide, wildlife viewing, and a Candelabro stop, plus hotel transfers.
“Had the best guide who let us sit in VIP seats in the boat!”
A 4-hour night tour of Lima’s underground at San Francisco Convent, colonial streets, and the Guinness fountain spectacle at Magic Water Circuit.
“This was a fantastic tour, totally worth the money. They picked us up at our Airbnb. And there was never a dull moment. Alexandra, our tour guide was amazing! She was so funny and charming and interesting. And she was so well informed. We learn about the history of the Incan culture in about Peru we learned about the politics of Perú, we learned about so very much.”
Essential Lima half-day tour with pickup: Plaza San Martín, Jirón de la Unión, La Merced, Plaza de Armas and San Francisco catacombs. Entry extra.
“My teenager and I very much enjoyed our tour with Rubi and Susana. Both guides were very engaging, super knowledgeable and very mindful of our safety and well-being. (It was a hot day, we always stopped in the shade for our history info.) Small group, well worth it as transportation in an air conditioned van was included with a savvy driver. And - we even got to try local treats!”
Bike Miraflores and Barranco with ocean views, Faro La Marina, and Huaca Pucllana in a small-group 3–4 hour ride for about $31.
“This was a great introduction to the area. The bikes were in good condition. Our tour guide, Manuel, was excellent, regaling us funny and informative stories and historical facts.”
Swim with sea lions on Lima’s Palomino Islands from Callao Harbor. Small-group cruise, wetsuits, penguins, birds, and hotel transfers.
“Amazing! Such a fun experience. The sea lions were a little shy the day we went out but we saw many other animals.”
