Brian & Ana
Brian & Ana
Things to Do in Lima
Plaza Mayor de Lima
The Plaza Mayor de Lima, or Plaza de Armas de Lima, is considered one of the birthplaces of the city of Lima as well as the core of the city. Located in the Historic Centre of Lima, it is surrounded by the Government Palace, Lima Metropolitan Cathedral, Archbishop's Palace of Lima, the Municipal Palace, and the Palacio de la Unión.
Larcomar
Larcomar is a shopping center in the Miraflores district and has indoor and outdoor areas including a cinema, bowling lanes, a food court, tourist shops, restaurants, book stores, clothing stores, and electronics stores. It is directly across the street from the Marriott hotel.
Huaca Pucllana
In the middle of an upscale residential neighborhood in the Miraflores district of Lima sits an ancient adobe and clay pyramid, dating from around 500 CE. The Huaca Pucllana complex includes an area for workshops, a small souvenir shop and a restaurant overlooking the ruins. The museum exhibits ceramics, textiles, tools, artifacts and other remains found on the site over the years.
Circuito Mágico del Agua
With 13 fountains, the Magic Water Circuit has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest water fountain park in the world. These fountains incorporate lights, music, and interactive elements, turning them into showpieces for a fun night of entertainment in Lima.
Parque John F. Kennedy
Parque Kennedy, the unofficial main square of Lima, sits at the center of the Miraflores district. Curiously named after U.S. President John F. Kennedy, Parque Kennedy is the forefront of modern Lima and a meeting point for locals and travelers alike.
Located less than a mile away from the city’s coastal walkway known as the Malecón and close to many of the top hotels in Lima.
Neighborhoods
Barranco
Considered one of the world’s coolest neighborhoods, Barranco has emerged from dive-bar territory into hangout spot without losing its bohemian vibe.
- Central Restaurant (Best Restaurant in the World 2023 - reservations only)(book months ahead of time.)
- Visit the Barranco Public Library
- Visit MATE (Mario Testino Museum)
- Casa de Osma Museum
- Walk through Puente de los Suspiros
- Visit Victoria Bar
- Visit Ayahuasca Bar
MIRAFLORES
Miraflores is a residential and upscale shopping district south of downtown Lima. It is also one of the most affluent districts that make up the city. It has several hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, and department stores. Miraflores is one of the main tourist destinations in Lima.
- Kennedy Park (a lot of cats)
- Good food stands in the Kennedy park
- Inka's Markets
- Huaca Pucllana
- Buena Vista Café
- Larcomar
- Larco Avenue
- The Love Park
- Malecon Cisneros (bayside along Miraflores)
- Surf Classes at Waikiki Beach
- Paragliding classes at the Lighthouse Park
- Republic of Pisco (pisco bar)
Historical Center
The Historic Centre of Lima, known as the “Ciudad de los Reyes” (City of Kings), is located in the Rimac valley, and was founded by Spanish conqueror Francisco Pizarro in January 1535 on the territories led by the Chiefdom of Rimac. Lima was the political, administrative, religious and economic capital of the Viceroyalty of Peru and the most important city of the Spanish dominions in South America
- The Main Square
- Cathedral
- Catacombs of Lima
- The ancient wall of Lima
- Pisco Museum
- Jiron de la Union
- San Martin Square
- Art Museum of Lima
- Pisco Sour at Maury Hotel or Bolivar Hotel ( a must)
Restaurants
Perú is knowing for having some of the best food of the world and also the BEST Restaurant and chef in The World of 2023: CENTRAL, by Virgilio Martinez.
In the Top 50 list, we also have: Maido (japanese-peruvian fusion, the 6th best) ; Kjolle (laid-back peruavian 28th); Mayta (peruvian-amazon flavors) and Mérito (peruvian-venezuelan flavors)
More about the Top restaurants in Lima:
Our recomendations
Isolina Taberna Peruana
Peruvian dishes
You must need reservation with time
José Antonio - San Isidro
Peruvian Food
República del Pisco - Lima
RestoBar wich all types of drinks with pisco
Canta Rana
Sea Food
Restaurante El Merlin De Cabo Blanco
Sea Food -Ana's favorite ceviche
Primos Chicken Bar Miraflores
Roasted chicken