Private Lima City Tour & Larco Museum Lunch Experience

Apullay tours - Luxury Travel

Overview

Discover Lima’s rich history and vibrant culture on this full-day experience. Explore the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre, admire its grand plazas, colonial architecture, and iconic landmarks, and learn about the city’s evolution through the centuries. Continue at the renowned Larco Museum, home to an extraordinary collection of pre-Columbian art, ceramics, and textiles that reveal over 5,000 years of ancient Peruvian civilizations.

Stroll through the timeless grandeur of Lima’s Historic Centre, where majestic plazas, ornate balconies, and centuries of colonial heritage reveal the elegance of the former City of the Kings.
Descend beneath the city into the legendary San Francisco Catacombs, an extraordinary subterranean world steeped in mystery, history, and architectural splendor.
Indulge in a refined lunch at Café del Museo (or similar), surrounded by blooming gardens and the enchanting atmosphere of one of Lima’s most beautiful colonial estates.
Immerse yourself in over 5,000 years of civilization at the acclaimed Larco Museum, home to one of the most distinguished collections of pre-Columbian art in the Americas.
Admire exquisite masterpieces of ancient Peru, including the museum’s celebrated Erotic Gallery, offering a fascinating and sophisticated glimpse into the symbolism, beliefs, and artistic expression of ancestral cultures

9:00 AM approximately: We will begin by picking you up from your accommodation and then head toward Lima’s Historic Center, the legendary “City of the Kings.”

Saint Martin Square
Begin your exploration at the elegant Saint Martin Square, surrounded by historic landmarks, refined republican architecture, and iconic buildings such as the famous Gran Hotel Bolívar.
Union Street
Stroll along the traditional Union Street, once one of Lima’s most aristocratic avenues, connecting important colonial and republican landmarks while revealing the timeless charm of old Lima.
Basilica de La Merced
Admire the remarkable façade of La Merced Church, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Lima’s Historic Center. If available, we may briefly explore its beautiful interior.
Lima’s Main Square
Arrive at the heart of Lima’s Historic Center and admire remarkable architectural jewels such as the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima, the Archbishop’s Palace, and the historic City Hall.
San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs
Continue to the iconic San Francisco Monastery, one of Lima’s most important religious complexes. Descend into its fascinating underground Catacombs while discovering stories and secrets from Lima’s colonial past.
Included Lunch Experience at Café del Museo (or similar)
Enjoy a delightful lunch surrounded by elegant colonial architecture and peaceful gardens, where authentic Peruvian flavors perfectly complement your cultural journey.
Larco Museum
After lunch, continue to the world-renowned Larco Museum, housed within a beautifully restored 18th-century vice-royal mansion built atop an ancient pre-Columbian pyramid.
Larco Museum Galleries
Explore extraordinary galleries showcasing ancient ceramics, precious metals, archaeological treasures, and remarkable textiles that narrate over 5,000 years of Peruvian history. You will also discover the museum’s famous Erotic Gallery, one of the most unique collections in Peru.

6:00 PM approximately: After a memorable day discovering Lima’s colonial grandeur and ancient civilizations, we will comfortably transfer you back to your accommodation.

6:00 pm
Expected End Time

✅ Official Professional Tourist Guide (English and Spanish)

✅ Air-Conditioned Transportation

✅ Professional Driver

✅ Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off

✅ Entrance Ticket to Larco Museum

✅ Entrance Ticket to San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs

✅ Lunch at Larco Museum Restaurant (or similar)

✅ All Applicable Local Taxes

Group Pricing – The More, The Merrier

Group Size	Price per Person
1-3 travelers	Standard rate (shown above)
4-6 travelers	$150.00 per person
7-12 travelers	$130.00 per person

The larger your private group, the lower the price per person.
This is a private, exclusive experience for your group only; no strangers will be added to your tour.
Want to add more travelers? Tap “Ask for Group Rate” above and we’ll recalculate at the best rate.

Schedule:
🕐 9:00 AM

📅 Available daily, except Mondays.

Pick-up & Drop-off

We offer complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off within the following zones:

Miraflores
Barranco
San Isidro

If your hotel is located outside these areas, please contact us to receive a quote for pick-up from your location.

Pick-up time may vary slightly due to traffic, hotel location, or multiple pick-ups. Exact time will be confirmed before the tour.

Meals (unless specified in the itinerary)
Gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
Personal expenses and souvenirs

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Wear a hat
A bottle of water
Battery for your camera
In case you want to buy souvenirs, you may pay with cash or a card.

This is a private, exclusive experience for your group only.
A 50% surcharge applies on national holidays due to increased operational costs and staff availability.
Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions, food allergies, mobility concerns, or special requirements so we can provide the best possible experience.