City: Lima Region
Top Things to do in Lima Region
Top Hotels in Lima Region
- 1. Iberostar Selection Miraflores
- 2. Hilton Lima Miraflores
- 3. Radisson RED Miraflores
- 4. Hyatt Centric San Isidro Lima
- 5. JW Marriott Hotel Lima
- 6. Holiday Inn Express - Lima San Isidro, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Fairfield Lima Miraflores
- 8. Costa del Sol Wyndham Lima Airport
- 9. Casa Andina Premium Miraflores
- 10. Mariel Hotel Boutique & Apartments
The 10 Best Things to Do in Lima Region, Peru
Lima Region (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈlima]) is located in the central coast of the country, its regional seat (capital city) is Huacho. Lima Province, which contains the city of Lima, the country's capital, is located west of the Lima Region; this province is autonomous and not under the jurisdiction of the Regional Government.
Restaurants in Lima Region
1. Museo Larco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
MUSEO LARCO OPENS FROM 9AM TO 10PM, DAILY. The Museo Larco is housed in an exquisite 18th century vice-royal mansion, built over a 7th century pre-Columbian pyramid and surrounded by beautiful Gardens. The museum’s galleries exhibit the finest and most magnificent gold and jewelry treasures from Ancient Peru and the renowned erotic collection, one of Peru’s most celebrated attractions. Founded in 1926 and located in Lima, the Museo Larco holds the largest and most important archaeological collection of Ancient Peru in the world. Peru is known worldwide thanks to the legendary Inca Empire on the Andes Mountains; however few are aware that this society existed only for the last 100 years before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores. The Museo Larco portrays to the visitor an engaging narrative, recounting 5000 years in the development of Peru’s pre-Columbian history; thus becoming the ideal means to understand and enjoy Ancient Peru. On the Museum’s terraces overlooking its vibrant and stunning Gardens, find Museo Larco´s Café restaurant, where one can savour the best of Peruvian and International cuisine.All in all, it’s accurate to say that to become fascinated by Peruvian history, the journey begins at Museo Larco!
2. Circuito Magico del Agua
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Julie M - Wellington, New Zealand
We met up with a friend, arrived in time for the magical Fountain music show, then walked around experiencing the beauty of the many colourful playing Fountains. We were enthralled by the choreography of the Fountains, colour and volume, dancing in time to the most beautiful classical music. It was a symphony of colour, so clever, so original, so mesmerising. Encore an hour or so later showed famous faces and pictures in the fountains' water and spray. Amazing! We walked through a long arch/tunnel of water, watcherd youngsters enjoying a play area of Fountains which spouted irregularly and spasmodically, soaking them if they were caught! Such fun, screeches of joy and laughter.
Just a few coins to get in, but so worth it. We joined families and folk of all ages at this wonderful park. So memorable!
3. Miraflores
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
This beachfront residential district features many of Lima's excellent shops, restaurants, nightspots and first class hotels.
Reviewed By 4historyandculture - Charlotte, North Carolina
Our hotel was in Miraflores and we drove about one hour from the airport. The wealth is apparent in this part of the city. High rise buildings, Bridges over highways, beach access from the upper hills, parks, and variety of restaurants reflect an upscale life style here.
4. Gran Teatro Nacional
Overall Ratings
5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By Chinapjs - Washington DC, District of Columbia
If you struggle out Javier Prado (the traffic is horrendous) you can't miss on the left hand side before you reach San Borja, the relatively new and glorious National Theater. A stunning glass structure, the interior has almost perfect acoustics. And the prices are very reasonable. A recent production of the opera Turendot only cost about $50 and was wonderful. You'd pay more than twice that in Washington DC and triple in New Yourk City.
5. Museo del Automovil Coleccion Nicolini
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By ClassicStrider - Guatemala
We had the privilege to be showed around trough the museum by Snr Jorge Nicolini.
The cars all have an history and are in mint condition.
It was an pleasure to see all the cars and also the workshop were the cars are restored.
They can do all the work there amazing.
6. Circuito Magico del Agua
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By GypsyinOz
It is a wonderful set of 13 ornamental, cybernetic and interactive Fountains where water, music, light, images and laser effects, in perfect conjunction and harmony, are mixed to present unique and incredible shows.
7. Miraflores Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By EagleFlyer - Reykjavik, Iceland
Walked parts of the Miraflores boardwalk a few times, eventually covering it from the lighthouse to Barranco. The walking path is broad and comfortable, but most importantly, it offers great views over the beach and the ocean, as well as excellent opportunities to enjoy people living their lives to the fullest. The climate in Lima can make the boardwalk feel like a different place from one day to another or even one hour to another. When it is foggy by the coast, one can see the fog rolling over the landscape, sometimes obscuring the upper half of the buildings by the coast. And when it is sunny and the sky is blue, one can see the coast, the ocean and the city in the background.
May sound kitschy, but is very much worth walking.
8. Islas Palomino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By Roy R
We always, when possible, try to devote a day of our travels to getting on the water. Its a unique perspective of the country we're visiting and its always therapeutic spending time on the seas. We boarded at the port of Callao, just 30 minutes from Lima proper.
Our tour guide provided by the National Reserve tours provided colorful background on the different Islands we visited.Guano Island, named for the guano -- bat and bird waste heavily deposited here is a huge cash crop in Peru and here, the various bird species can be seen flying over and contributing to the national economy.
San Lorenzo Island, unmistakably shaped like a reclining man, was seen by the Incas as a sleeping Apu (mountain God/spirit).
Cavinzas and Palomino Islands are the stars as it is here the vast number of Sea Lions, Humboldt Penguins and Peruvian Pelicans gather in huge numbers along the rocky surface. Our boat edged quite close to each island, providing great photo ops of these beautiful and mesmerizing sea creatures.
Additionally of note: Cavinzas Island was once a prison often compared to Alcatraz Island in San Fransisco, CA, USA. Our guide related colorful and legendary escape attempts made here.In recent history, this prison was home to various political figures of note until it was closed down.
The tour includes the option to swim here with the Sea Lions. Wet suits are provided.
Snacks and drinks are also provided. The tour lasts approximately 4 hours.
Highly recommend layered clothing. It was overcast the day we went and the wind can get chilly. Jackets definitely came in handy.
Our tour of these local Islands was definitely a worthwhile experience. Highly recommend it while in Lima.
9. The Amano Pre-Columbian Textile Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 199 reviews
This museum features the private collection of Mr. Yoshitaro Amano, which contains selected pieces of ceramics and textiles, arranged chronologically to illustrate the development of weaving throughout Peru's pre-Columbian cultures, featuring special items from the Chancay culture.
Reviewed By bodhibee - Rochester, New York
this exquisite museum is like an invigorating yet mysterious chamber music performance. It is a deep exploration of pre columbia textiles (mostly), astoundingly well preserved and well curated( in spanish and english). The range, from large to small, abstract, bold or delicate fish in woven animation or feather garments that flutter with movement, exhaust descriptions. It was well worth the extra soles to have a private docent to help answer the myriad questions and open many extra drawers for viewing.
If you are intrigued by textiles the Amano collection will leave you entranced and planning your next visit soon
10. Nor Yauyos-Cochas Landscape Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By Jules H - Lima
From Lima to Yauyos the trip is pretty rough (7 hours away and the road is not still good) but the landscape worth the sacrifice to get there.
I do not recomend Mystical Trekking operator because most of the time we spent unpleasant moments and they did not offer everything we read at their web page.
After all the negative situations we had, I definetely recomend this spot the most if you like to camp and spend some time with nature and breathe fresh air far away from chaos and the traffic of Lima.
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