Lima, Peru
Lima is South America's food capital, a Pacific-cliff city of cevicherías, world-ranked tasting menus, pre-Columbian museums and colonial plazas.
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When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | best |
| February | best |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | fine |
| June | avoid |
| July | avoid |
| August | avoid |
| September | avoid |
| October | fine |
| November | best |
| December | best |
- December, January, February, March: Coastal summer: sunny, warm and dry, with locals on the beaches south of the city.
June, July, August, September: Winter garúa: persistent grey mist and damp, cool days along the coast, though the food scene carries on.
Where to stay in Lima
- Miraflores: Clifftop parks over the Pacific, the Larcomar mall and most of the hotels.
- Barranco: Bohemian seaside district of street art, galleries and the liveliest bars.
- San Isidro: Quiet, upscale business district with olive groves and fine dining.
- Centro Histórico: Colonial plazas, catacombs and the Plaza de Armas, better visited by day.
What to do in Lima
- Tasting menu at Central, Maido or Kjolle
- Ceviche lunch at a neighbourhood cevichería in Barranco
- Paraglide along the Miraflores clifftops
- Walk the Huaca Pucllana adobe pyramid in the middle of the city
- Pre-Columbian gold and ceramics at the Larco Museum
- Pisco sour tasting at a bar in Barranco
Good to know
| Airports | Jorge Chávez International (LIM) |
|---|---|
| Passport from United States | Passport needed |
| Price level | mid-range |
| Time zone | America/Lima |
| Kind of trip | food, city, culture, history |
Questions about Lima
When is the best time to visit Lima?
January, February, March, April, November and December. June, July, August, September: Winter garúa: persistent grey mist and damp, cool days along the coast, though the food scene carries on.
Do I need a passport for Lima?
Passport needed: travellers from the United States need a valid passport for Lima; check the expiry rule of the country before you book.
How expensive is Lima on the ground?
Lima is mid-range by US standards: plan about £68 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.
Prices converted from US dollars at the rate of 15 Oct 2026.