Visit Lima May-November (dry, gray) or December-April (sunny + warm but humid). Fly into LIM. Stay Miraflores or Barranco. Take pre-arranged airport transfer (taxis sketchy).
At a Glance
| Country | Peru |
|---|---|
| Main airport | LIM |
| Currency | Peruvian Sol (PEN) |
| Language | Spanish + Quechua |
| Best time to visit | May–November (dry, gray skies) |
| Visa for US citizens | US citizens need passport but no visa for 90 days. |
Top Things to Do in Lima
- Ceviche at Punto Azul or any cevichería
- Miraflores Malecón cliffside walk
- Barranco bohemian district + Bridge of Sighs
- Larco Museum (pre-Columbian art)
- Plaza de Armas + Cathedral
- Pisco sour at Hotel Bolivar
- Day trip to Pachacamac ruins
- Catacombs at San Francisco Monastery
- Larcomar shopping cliffside
- Fly to Cuzco/Machu Picchu (3-4 days)
Best Neighborhoods to Stay In
- Miraflores — tourist-safe, walkable, cliffside
- Barranco — bohemian, art galleries
- San Isidro — business + upscale
- Centro Histórico — historic, day visit
- La Punta — peninsula day trip
Our recommendation: Miraflores (tourist-safe + walkable), Barranco (bohemian + nightlife), San Isidro (business + upscale).
What to Eat
- Ceviche (national dish)
- Lomo saltado (stir-fry)
- Aji de gallina (chicken in yellow chili)
- Causa (mashed potato dish)
- Anticuchos (beef heart skewers)
- Pisco sour cocktail
- Inca Kola (yellow bubblegum-flavor soda)
- Cuy (guinea pig — adventurous)
How to Get Around
Uber + Cabify. Avoid taxis on street. Walking in Miraflores + Barranco. Combis (vans) chaotic — not for tourists.
How to Get There from the USA
Main airport: LIM.
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Visa & Entry Requirements (US Citizens)
US citizens need passport but no visa for 90 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to visit Lima?
May–November (dry, gray skies).
Do US citizens need a visa for Peru?
US citizens need passport but no visa for 90 days.
Where should I stay in Lima?
Miraflores (tourist-safe + walkable), Barranco (bohemian + nightlife), San Isidro (business + upscale).
How do I book cheap flights to Lima?
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Can you bundle the flight with a hotel?
Yes — full-service travel agency. Hotel booking.