What To Do In Lima?

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If you visit the city of Lima, you can find many activities to do for very little money or even for free. It is just a matter of exploring the city and daring to get to know it in a different way.

Museums, archaeological sites, walking tours and sports activities are available for all tourists who want to spend a fun day in the capital. If you are thinking of visiting, we share with you five activities you can do in Lima without spending a lot.

CYCLING SUNDAYS

Every Sunday, Arequipa Avenue, one of the main arteries of the city, is closed to traffic between 7 a.m. and 1 p.m.. During these hours you can enjoy the city by riding a bicycle, scooter, rollerblading or simply strolling along the avenue, which crosses the districts of Miraflores, San Isidro, Lince and reaches Downtown Lima. As a tourist, you have the possibility of renting bicycles, receiving urban cycling classes and all kinds of sports activities for free or at very low cost.

NIGHTS AT THE MALI

The Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI) is one of the most important cultural centers of the capital. Its exhibitions, activations and cultural events usually attract thousands of fans. Fortunately, on the last Friday of each month it has a very special program. Between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m., it offers guided tours, workshops, access to its exhibitions and many other activities for all ages. The cost is only S/ 7.50 for an unforgettable cultural evening.

HUACAS OF LIMA

Lima is a city with a rich pre-Hispanic history. Archaeological remains of ancient Peruvian cultures are found throughout the capital. Among the most famous are the Huaca Pucllana in Miraflores, a very important ceremonial center in the history of the Lima, Wari and Ychsma Cultures. You can visit it on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. prior reservation at this link. The entrance fee is S/. 15, but the first Sunday of each month the entrance is free. Like this one, there are many others, such as the Huaca Huallamarca in San Isidro, the Huaca Huantille in Magdalena or the Mateo Salado Archaeological Complex between Breña and Pueblo Libre. Visit them and learn more about Lima’s past.

WALK THROUGH DOWNTOWN LIMA

The last weekend of every month, Downtown Lima, specifically the streets near the Plaza de Armas, are closed to automobile traffic to allow people to enjoy the public spaces. During these days you can find book fairs, street food, cultural activities in the streets and much more to make your visit to downtown Lima fun. Take advantage and visit the galleries, museums and cultural venues in the area such as the Museum of the Holy Inquisition, the Pancho Fierro Gallery, the Numismatic Museum, the Italian Museum, the Grau House, the Santo Domingo Convent and the House of Literature.

BEACHES OF THE GREEN COAST

Lima is the only capital of the American continent located in front of the sea. Both locals and visitors to the city know how to take advantage of this unique feature. It is only necessary to go down the various bridges and stairs of the Costa Verde to reach the beaches and spend a fun day. Not only can you swim in the sea, water sports such as surfing are also very popular or you can relax and fish on the boardwalks and coves of the Costa Verde. Beaches like Agua Dulce (Chorrillos) or Waikiki (Miraflores) are very popular all year round. In addition, the Costa Verde also has a bike path that you can use to enjoy the beautiful view of the sea while pedaling.