Plazas and Palaces
Founded in 1535, Lima’s core radiates from Plaza Mayor with the Government Palace, Cathedral, and Archbishop’s Palace—rebuilt after major quakes reshaped the cityscape.
Baroque and Neoclassical Threads
Convents and churches—San Francisco, Santo Domingo, La Merced—house art and catacombs, while Moorish-style wooden balconies line republican mansions.
Visitor Essentials
Traffic is heavy; use official taxis or rideshare. Visit by day, pair with museums in Pueblo Libre and Barranco, and try ceviche in nearby traditional eateries.
