Best Time To Visit Lima

The peak travel months to Lima are during the months of January, July, August.

Lima is the capital of Peru. Though its colonial center is preserved, it’s a bustling metropolis and one of South America’s largest cities. The Plaza de Armas and the 16th-century cathedral are the heart of old Lima Centro.

Downtown, the Parque de la Reserva’s Magic Water Circuit features 13 interactive fountains choreographed to music and light. Lima’s barrios include Miraflores, where many of the bars and restaurants are. The Malecón clifftop promenade overlook the Pacific. San Isidro is a barrio with upscale shopping. The hip, seaside Barranco neighborhood is known for nightlife. Lima is also renowned for its vibrant food scene with specialties from ceviche to refined global fare.

Map of Lima