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Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs.

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Overview

⚠️ Important: The price shown corresponds to the ESSENTIAL option. Full experiences such as hotel pickup and tickets to the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs are only available in the Premium or Private option.

Discover the highlights of Lima in a half-day with this small-group tour. Visit top attractions such as the Park of Love, Huaca Pucllana archaeological site, Plaza Mayor, and the San Francisco Convent and its catacombs.

To suit different travel styles, we offer multiple experience options with different inclusions and pricing. We recommend reviewing the details of each option before booking to ensure it matches what you want to experience.

• Small-group half-day sightseeing tour of Lima
• Ideal for first-time visitors and those with limited time
• Choose from morning or afternoon departures
• Includes entrance to the museum and catacombs (depending on option selected)
• Round-trip transfers from Miraflores, San Isidro, Barranco, and Downtown (depending on option selected)

What's Included

  • Entrance to San Francisco Museum & Catacombs (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Tourist transportation (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Pick-up from your hotel or airport (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the options “From Lima Airport.”, “Private – Exclusive City Tour”, “From Callao Port.” and “Premium – Pickup & Catacombs”.

Pickup details

We will arrive at your hotel approximately 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.Please be ready on time, as the waiting time is limited to 5 minutes. After this, we will continue with the scheduled pick-ups.If you are not present, you will need to make your way to the meeting point at Parque del Amor in Miraflores (Premium option only).

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Meeting point

For the option “Essential – Meeting Point”.

Jirón de la Unión 958
Lima 15001, Peru

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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El Parque del Amor

We begin the experience with pick-up from your selected location, depending on the option chosen at the time of booking. We offer service from a meeting point at the Gran Hotel Bolívar (Plaza San Martín), hotels in Miraflores, Barranco, and San Isidro, or directly from Jorge Chávez International Airport. Each option includes different services and levels of experience, so we recommend reviewing the details carefully before booking.Our first stop is the Park of Love in the exclusive district of Miraflores, an iconic spot with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Inspired by Barcelona’s Park Güell, it features the famous sculpture “El Beso” by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Huaca Pucllana

We then continue with a panoramic visit to Huaca Pucllana, an ancient ceremonial site of the Lima culture known for its impressive pre-Hispanic architecture.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

Next, we explore Lima’s Historic Center, walking through its main streets and squares while discovering the essence of the former “City of Kings.” We visit the Plaza Mayor, surrounded by iconic landmarks such as Lima Cathedral, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the Government Palace.Likewise, we will walk through the main square of Lima where our experienced guide will narrate the historical background of the old viceroyalty of Peru, we will appreciate the architectural monuments that surround the square, such as the cathedral of Lima, archiepiscopal palace, government palace.As soon as we finish our walk through the historic center, you will visit the chocomuseum, a museum store where it shows us the history of chocolate and cocoa in Peru, we can also taste its typical liquors and jams made from chocolate and cocoa.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Museo Convento San Francisco y Catacumbas

We then enter the San Francisco Convent to explore its elegant cloisters and the renowned Catacombs, one of the most fascinating and unique sites of Lima’s colonial heritage.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

San Martin Square

Before finishing, we make a brief stop at Plaza San Martín, a historic and elegant square—perfect for final photos and to enjoy the atmosphere of the Historic Center.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs.?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-05).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs.?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (-05).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance to San Francisco Museum & Catacombs (✔️Included only in Premium).
  • Tourist transportation (✔️Included only in Premium).
  • Pick-up from your hotel or airport (✔️Included only in Premium).
  • official tour guide.
  • Guided visit to Lima's Historic Center.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs. is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs. will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance to San Francisco Museum & Catacombs (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Tourist transportation (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Pick-up from your hotel or airport (✔️Included only in Premium)
  • Official tour guide
  • Guided visit to Lima's Historic Center.
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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