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Travel Guide for
Lima

Peru

Mild desert climate, very little rain

Introduction

Lima, perched on Peru’s Pacific coast, is a lively blend of colonial history and modern city life. Its historic center showcases stunning Spanish architecture, while neighborhoods like Miraflores and Barranco buzz with creativity and digital-friendly cafés.

January brings Lima’s warmest weather—sunny, with temperatures between 24–29°C (75–84°F) and little rain. As a digital nomad, you’ll enjoy reliable Wi-Fi, co-working spaces, and vibrant street fare, all at reasonable prices. Lima’s seaside sunsets and rich food scene make work breaks truly inspiring.

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Travel StyleDigital nomad

Dates06-10 January 2026

BudgetAverage budget

AccommodationApartment or house

Interests and Activities:

gastronomysightseeing and toursoutdoor adventuresfestivals and eventsnightlife and entertainment

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Key Facts

Location

Central Coast, Peru

Currency

Peruvian Sol (PEN)

Religion

Roman Catholicism

Population

9,900,000

Language

Spanish, Quechua, Aymara

Electricity

220V, 60Hz, Type A, B, C

Time zone

UTCUTC-5 (UTC-5)

Country code

+51

Internet access

Broadband, 4G LTE, moderate cost

Climate

Mild desert climate, very little rain

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Language:

Spanish

  • hello

    hola (oh-lah)
  • goodbye

    adiós (ah-dee-ohs)
  • yes

    (see)
  • no

    no (noh)
  • how much

    ¿cuánto cuesta? (kwan-to kwes-tah)
  • please

    por favor (por fah-bor)
  • thank you

    gracias (grah-see-as)
  • excuse me

    disculpe (dees-kool-peh)

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Logistics

Lima is best reached by air, with Jorge Chávez International Airport welcoming flights from major cities across the Americas and Europe. Most digital nomads find flying the fastest and most practical option, especially for trips of just a few days. Direct bus routes link Lima with nearby Peruvian cities, but journeys are long and better for slow travel.

There are no train or boat routes connecting Lima to other countries. January is Lima’s summer—expect mild, overcast coastal weather with little rain, so travel disruptions are rare. For an average budget, book flights in advance and use airport taxis or ride-shares to reach city neighborhoods like Miraflores or Barranco.

Weather

Lima has a mild desert climate, marked by little rain and high humidity. Summers (December to April) are warm and sunny with average highs between 25°C and 29°C (77°F to 84°F), while winters (June to September) are cooler, overcast, and damp, but rarely cold.

From January 6 to January 10, you can expect warm, sunny days perfect for exploring the city’s gastronomy, sightseeing, and outdoor adventures. Extreme weather is rare in Lima during January, so it's a great time for walking tours, enjoying local festivals, or experiencing the city’s vibrant nightlife along the coast.

Food & Drink

Lima is known for its incredible ceviche, lomo saltado, anticuchos (grilled skewers), and causa rellena. Pair your meal with a pisco sour, Peru’s national cocktail. You’ll find plenty of fresh seafood and unique fusions thanks to Lima’s status as the gastronomic capital of South America.

For great yet affordable dining, try La Mar for ceviche, or head to streetside spots and local markets like Mercado Surquillo. Barranco is lively for cafes and bars—visit Tostaduría Bisetti for coffee or try Ayahuasca Bar for innovative cocktails. Vegan and vegetarian travelers will find growing options, especially in Miraflores.

Tipping isn’t mandatory, but 10% at restaurants is appreciated for good service. Be mindful of tap water—stick to bottled or filtered options. Reservations are helpful in popular spots, especially in the evening.

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Ceviche

Ceviche is a popular dish made with fresh raw fish or seafood, marinated in freshly squeezed lime or...

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Lomo Saltado

Lomo Saltado is a stir-fry dish that combines marinated strips of sirloin steak with onions, tomatoes, and other...

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Anticuchos

Anticuchos are marinated and grilled skewers of meat, with the most traditional versions using beef heart as the...

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Papa a la Huancaína

Papa a la Huancaína is a classic Peruvian appetizer consisting of boiled yellow potatoes smothered in a creamy,...

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Aji de Gallina

Aji de Gallina is a creamy chicken stew featuring shredded chicken in a thick and creamy sauce made...

Accommodation

For a digital nomad on an average budget, Miraflores and Barranco are top choices in Lima. Both neighborhoods have safe environments, vibrant cafes, co-working spaces, and plenty of apartments or houses available for short-term stays listed on Hotels.com. Miraflores offers easy access to the coast, parks, and major attractions.

Barranco is hipper and artsier, making it ideal if you prefer creative surroundings. Look for apartment rentals or serviced apartments on Hotels.com for privacy, kitchen access, and a home-like vibe. January is busy—book early for the best prices and availability, as Lima’s summer draws both locals and tourists to the coast.

Itinerary

Begin your Lima journey by immersing yourself in the flavors of Peruvian cuisine and local culture, discovering why Lima is celebrated as a gastronomic capital.

Peruvian Cooking Class at a Local Market

Start your Lima adventure with a hands-on Peruvian cooking class. Visit a bustling local market in Miraflores, learn to pick fresh ingredients, and receive step-by-step guidance as you prepare classic dishes like ceviche and lomo saltado. Perfect for an authentic culinary immersion!

Stroll and Snack in Barranco

Explore Lima's artsy Barranco district on foot, discovering colorful street art and vibrant architecture. Sample delicious street foods such as anticuchos and picarones from local vendors as you soak in the bohemian atmosphere.

Evening Pisco Sour Tasting

At the end of your day, participate in a guided tasting of Peru's iconic Pisco Sour at a popular local bar in Miraflores. Learn about the history and craft behind this classic drink, and mingle with locals and travelers alike.

Wonders of Peru & Huaraz 16-Day Tour

Wonders of Peru & Huaraz 16-Day Tour

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Are you planning to get an incredible vacation but you just don’t have more than a few weeks? Well, here we tailed a great option! With Viagens Machu Picchu you can get 16- day itineraries through the coast, passing the Andean mountains, and visiting the wonderful Peruvian high jungle! Here’s what to expect: • Explore the modern and colonial city of Lima and learn everything about its history. • Make your way to the northern Peruvian Andes and discover the magic of the Huascarán National Park. • Head down to the coast and desert to uncover its mysteries and awe-inspiring landscapes. • Visit the White City of Arequipa and be spellbound by its natural and urban scenery. • Learn about the millenary cultures of Lake Titicaca. • Experience the legacy of the Incas in Cusco and the Sacred Valley. • Explore the ancient Machu Picchu Citadel and get to know everything about it.

4.8 (8 reviews)

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Experiences

Surfing & Beach Cleaning in Peru
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Surfing & Beach Cleaning in Peru

Minimum 1 week

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$430/week

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Endangered Animal Sanctuary in Peru
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Endangered Animal Sanctuary in Peru

Minimum 2 weeks

Peru

$550/week

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Culture Week in Peru
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Culture Week in Peru

Minimum 1 week

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$495/week

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Eco Build Experience in Peru
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Eco Build Experience in Peru

Minimum 1 week

Peru

$430/week

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Veterinary Dog Clinic in Peru
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Veterinary Dog Clinic in Peru

Minimum 1 week

Peru

$430/week

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Archaeology Project in Peru
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Archaeology Project in Peru

Minimum 1 week

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$370/week

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Attractions

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Lima City Tour from the Port of Callao For Cruises

Lima City Tour from the Port of Callao For Cruises

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The city of Lima is magical and keeps many secrets, we have many things to discover in this city that was considered for the Spanish people the City of Kings, the tour that we have organized for you is very different from those offered by other agencies, we will show more ligares and we will have great surprises in the bus to make the trip more fun and fun, we will taste typical fruits of Peru, there will be Pisco (typical drink of Peru) we will talk about the quinoa and other Andean cereals, we will distribute maps of the city that we will know , for all this we consider that our walk is different than others because we will put the charisma and warmth of our people.

From $65 USD

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4.9 (207 reviews)
Marcahuasi Experience in Lima

Marcahuasi Experience in Lima

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Marcahuasi is a stone forest located just a few hours away from Lima. It is said that within the depths of this Peruvian Wonder lie hidden the secrets of humanity.  Located on the east side of Lima and at more than 12000 feet above sea level, it is famous for the many stories told about it that were passed across the generations.  Here in Marcahuasi you are going to charge your soul, and olso recharge with positives energies all your body. Marcahuasi is not just a destination, is all the way up to there, the road, the smells, the nature, everything make the experience. Driving in to the Andes, you can feel the clean air. Marcahuasi is comparable to the immemorial civilization of the Masmas that created modern humanity, or with the ancient Egyptians and their astonishing ruins. Come along with us and discover monumental stone forms that will take your breathe away. You will rub your eyes in disbelief once you’ve learned about the mysterious nature of these formations of land.

From $175 USD

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5.0 (14 reviews)
Larco Museum Tour - Treasures of Ancient Peru

Larco Museum Tour - Treasures of Ancient Peru

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Live an unforgettable experience knowing the mysteries and secrets of the ancient Peruvian cultures visiting one of the most important museums in Latin America, possessing a large collection of more than 45,000 pieces of ceramics, textiles and metallurgy belonging to the pre-Hispanic era.

From $55 USD

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4.8 (27 reviews)
Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao

Tours of Lima from the Port of Callao

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Enjoy and take advantage of your stop in the city of Lima. Our Cultural and Historical city tour, where a local guide will accompany you from your arrival at the port of Callao and will pick you up in a tourist transport and then go to the heart of the historic center of Lima and on the way, you will tell the historical background of the old viceroyalty of the Peru, then we will visit the most emblematic places of the city of the kings, such as the museum and convent of San Francisco, the Plaza de Armas of Lima and the archaeological center Huaca Pucllana.

From $70 USD

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5.0 (4 reviews)
Monumental and Artistic Callao

Monumental and Artistic Callao

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Callao is one of the most important and interesting places in Peru, due to its historical and economic importance, due to its proximity to the Pacific Ocean. Its very cheerful and courageous, habitants have lived for many years closely linked to the sea and fishing. We will pick you up at 9:00 a.m. from your hotel, where we will depart in the direction of Callao. First we visit the amazing Real Felipe Fortress, a well-known military building that prevented pirate attacks at the time of the viceroyalty in Peru, within this fortress we can find the artillery park, armored vehicle park, house of the governed, house of the response, among others. One of the potentials of Callao is its art, that is why we will get to know Callao Monumental, a modern place full of colors and art, starting with a visit to the old Ronald building that houses art and music, where we will see urban art, living culture and gastronomy in the Plaza Gálvez

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Swimming with Sea Lions in Lima

Swimming with Sea Lions in Lima

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Live an amazing experience as you enjoy a sightseeing boat tour of Callao/Palomino Islands and get to swim with sea lions in their natural environment near Lima. Your tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off and a professional guide.

From $139 USD

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Pachacamac from Callao Port

Pachacamac from Callao Port

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Small Group Shore Excursion for maximum 12 people. You will visit the center of the most famous oracle of the Andean world at that time. The site is composed by temples, streets, pyramids and cemeteries.

From $70 USD

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Lima City Tour and Huaca Puccllana from the Port of Callao Cruise

Lima City Tour and Huaca Puccllana from the Port of Callao Cruise

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We'll make the most of our time in Lima to discover its beautiful Historic Center and visit one of the oldest adobe citadels in the Americas : Huaca Pucllana. The tour will be comfortable, pleasant, and entertaining. After exploring the Historic Center, we'll take a break to relax and enjoy the local cuisine at an excellent restaurant near the Plaza de Armas, where we can savor typical regional dishes (meals not included).

From $88 USD

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Shore Excursion: 2-Day The Best of Lima from Callao Port

Shore Excursion: 2-Day The Best of Lima from Callao Port

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Are you coming from a cruise and want to explore Lima in a different way? We have an excellent program for you during your short stay in Lima! Discover the very interesting history of our city of Lima with the most unique and complete tours: We will delve into the Inka culture touring the emblematic pyramids of Pachacamac; in addition, we will visit the Historic Center of Lima known as "The City of Kings" and the adventure does not end there! You will have the opportunity to learn about the lifestyle of a large part of the population of Lima, which lives under a shared community system and in an environment of happiness. They are going to make your trip a lot of fun. In addition, you should know that our company mission is to support our nonprofit sister organization, Reciprocity NGO. With the profits from our tours, Reciprocity NGO is able to implement social projects that improve the quality of life for the communities living below the poverty line.

From $225 USD

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12-Night Peru from Lima: Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Puno

12-Night Peru from Lima: Nazca, Cusco, Machu Picchu, Puno

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Enjoy a fascinating 12-day tour in Peru, visiting the main attractions including Lima, Ballestas Islands, Nazca Lines, Cusco, Machu Picchu Puno, Titicaca Lake and more. Your tour includes a professional guide and accommodation.

From $1700 USD

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