What to do and see in Lima Region, Peru: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

May 14, 2022 Claudia Navarrete

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. Zona Arqueologica caral

carretera panamericana norte Km 184, Caral Peru +51 1 2052500 http://www.zonacaral.gob.pe/
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Zona Arqueologica caral

Reviewed By samhidrixs - Baja California, Mexico

This site is very special. For the oldest known ruins in the Americas - the buildings and town planning are very sophisticated. We were stunned and also pleased, by how quiet the site is. there are not big tour groups, we only saw few groups there. The guides only speak Spanish, hopolly we understand Spanish litle bit, but even though we only speak English - they speak with such passion that we could understand it all rather well.

2. Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

Jr. Junin and Jr. Carabaya, Lima Peru +51 980 048 502 http://www.mapitravel.com
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4.5 based on 8,120 reviews

Plaza de Armas (Plaza Mayor)

Once considered the heart of old Lima, this grand plaza features many important architectural monuments and buildings including a magnificent bronze fountain dating from 1650, the Archbishop's Palace with its elegant balconies and the Government Palace dating from 1924.

Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Remember, everything started here ... On January 18, 1535, Spanish "Conquistador" Francisco Pizarro founded the City of Lima and, right at this very site, designated where the "Plaza de Armas" (or "Plaza Mayor") would be built! Just amazing! The other buildings came some time after, being built and rebuilt along the centuries up to their todays' features - the "Catedral de Lima", the "Parroquia del Sagrario and the central water fountain (all from the 17th century); the "Palacio Arzobispal", the "Palacio de Gobierno", the "Palacio Municipal de Lima" and the "Palacio de la Unión" (all dating the 20th century) constitute the city's focal point. You are just about to visit the very heart of Lima, its beautiful historic center, locally known as "Cercado de Lima". Take your time and stroll along, enjoy the views, the lovely manicured gardens and lawns, the "Changing of the Guard" at noon in front of the "Palacio de Gobierno" and visit the interior of all buildings that allow so! And as a curiosity, Peru's independence from Spain was proclaimed right here in 1821! Don't forget your camera! Enjoy!

3. Miraflores

Miraflores District, Lima Peru +51 1 7029393 http://www.mirafloreslima.com
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Miraflores

This beachfront residential district features many of Lima's excellent shops, restaurants, nightspots and first class hotels.

Reviewed By 2017aajaa

Miraflores is a wonderful part of Peru filled with wonderful restaurants and parks to see! Highly recommend visiting Love Park, the Mall on the Cliff, and Kennedy Park, all areas within walking distance. There’s also mutiple markets in the area that sell beautiful souvenirs as well.

4. Circuito Magico Del Agua

Jr. Madre de Dios Parque de la Reserva, Lima 15046 Peru +51 1 4240827 [email protected] http://www.circuitomagicodelagua.com.pe
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4.5 based on 17,689 reviews

Circuito Magico Del Agua

Reviewed By Go09917

This is just awesome and a great social event --- moms, dads, children, grandmas --- young lovers and newlyweds -- it's a beautiful water and light show and it's also a grand parade of happy people enjoying a nice night out.

5. Costa Verde

Beach Road, Lima Peru +51 953 105 722 http://www.restaurantecostaverde.com/costaverde_portada.php
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Costa Verde

Reviewed By fistfullofgold - Chanhassen, United States

The views from this beautiful walk/bike way are postcard perfect. Had a great time walking and taking in the sights and sounds. Not much for food and beverage on the walk, however a quick 2-3 block walk from the coast will get you access to many restaurants

6. Plaza de Armas de Pativilca

Pativilca Peru
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Plaza de Armas de Pativilca

7. Ciudadela de Caral

Valle de Supe, Barranca 051 Peru https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1269/
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Ciudadela de Caral

Reviewed By mjolk - Houston, United States

Had been planning this visit for the past 5 years going to Peru, finally we made it. We were not really sure what to expect as we thought -how wrong we were- this was a minor pre-Inca site. Fact is, you are walking around the sire of the oldest settlement in all (yes ALL) Americas (North, Central and South). The site is in development and research and very much worth the 3+ hours to get there. While we drove ourselves, we are deeply familiar with Peru, speak Spanish 100% fluent and are fully versed in driving like and with the locals, there are several tours that will take you there (inclusive to arranging lunch in a nearby town), we highly recommend the guided tour. Notice if you are over 60, senior entrance fee applies (which for locals is about 1 quarter of a dollar). Bring something to prove it. Bring an umbrella of a hat (not a baseball cap, but what you would think you would use in a beach) as it is quite hot in there and the sun will make a number on you if you are not careful. Your entrance includes a guide (Almost sure there are no guides in English however, another reason to take a tour). Not sure how this site does not have a much stronger support fm the government, but it is what it is. You probably need 2 to 2 1/2 hour for a good visit. Bring water, plenty of, buying in site will be expensive. Visit also the galleria as it will get you good background info (that is how we contrasted this culture vs Egyptian and others happening elsewhere in the world.

8. Complejo Arqueologico Mateo Salado

Av. Mariano Cornejo a dos cuadras de la Plaza de la Bandera, Lima Peru +51 1 3215624 [email protected] http://www.cultura.gob.pe/es/programasproyectoscomisiones/complejo-arqueologico-monumental-mateo-salado
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Complejo Arqueologico Mateo Salado

Reviewed By Frankcito67

Mateo Salado is a precious archaeological site in Lima (Pueblo, Brena). We were extremely impressed and happy about this silent and rather unknown monument in the heart of lively Lima. We can really recommend the site tour with the very experienced and enthusiastic guides (e.g. Belen and others). Thanks a lot for 2 great hours. Frank, Gloria and Manuel from Germany/Peru

9. Balcones de Lima

Centro Historico de Lima, Lima 15001 Peru
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Balcones de Lima

Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

While visiting Lima and its magnificent "Centro Histórico", locally known as "Cercado de Lima", these intricate cedar wood structures - the "Balcones" - will certainly catch your eyes and attention. There are more than 1,600 balconies leaning over the narrow streets and squares of the "Centro Histórico", bringing harmony and originality to this part of Lima, an Unesco appointed, since 1988, "World Heritage Site"! Local authorities are making strong efforts to preserve the beautiful cedar wood balconies, witnesses of the old Spanish colonial times. Enjoy!

10. El Aspero

Calle Del Destino Cruzando la plaza Grau - Supe Puerto, Barranca Peru http://www.zonacaral.gob.pe/aspero/aspero-2/mundo/index.html
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El Aspero

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