Peru’s capital city is a treasure trove of things to do. With one of the oldest central plazas, here named the Plaza de Armas, in South America and countless restaurants and parks to visit, it would be difficult to be bored in this city of over 8 million people. However, if on your Peru trips you become weary of the noise, bustle, energy, and chaos within the busy streets, there are many daytrip options perfect for escaping.
The Barranco district was a fashionable seaside resort for Lima’s high society, who built some truly beautiful colonial summer residences. During the 20th century, many Peruvian writers, artists and sculptors moved in and gave Barranco its special charm and bohemian ambience. Miraflores has developed from a small pre-colonial village into an attractive summer resort and residential area. Today, Miraflores is a popular location for visitors and locals to go shopping, enjoy the excellent Peruvian local dishes and relax in a pleasant café.
If you’re looking for a romantic restaurant, head to one of the best restaurants in Lima, Peru, called the Huaca Pucllana. It’s located in the Miraflores neighborhood, right next to the stunning ruins of a pre-Inca people that set up a temple on these grounds. The fine restaurant adjacent to the ruins serves 5 star meals by candlelight on an outdoor patio that overlooks the adobe bricks of the Huaca Pucllana, beautifully lit up at night. Often, the waiters will carry out small fireplaces and set them near your table, adding warmth and ambiance to this magical dinner setting.
If you are looking for a delicious American breakfast, head to the extensive breakfast buffet at the JW Marriott Hotel in Miraflores. The wide varieties of breads, fruits, meats, cheeses are just the beginning of this widespread buffet. With a chef preparing made to order eggs, omelets, and Eggs Benedict is another added bonus. A mixture of regional favorites and American signatures fill the buffet, from bacon and sausages, to the region’s tacu tacu, the options are endless.
Your Peru vacation cannot be complete without a stopover of a day or two in the country’s vibrant capital. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere walking the streets of Lima, and make sure to take advantage of the city’s exciting nightlife.
The bohemian district of Barranco is home to myriad restaurants and bars, where you will meet locals and foreigners alike sipping a Pisco Sour on the terraces during the summer time. This is the perfect place to get a good impression of the people’s way of life as well as enjoy a fun night out. Read this guide to learn about the best restaurants and bars that await you in Barranco.
If you are not so much into the loud and shiny nightclub scene, or have had enough of the traditional Peruvian music heard in the numerous peñas or other venues, make sure to check out Lima’s several excellent Irish pubs. This is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious traditional Irish brew and some of the most classic rock and roll hits of the past decades. Among the best Irish bars to hit in Lima, 3 of them can be found in the modern, trendy district of Miraflores, only steps away from the main square, Parque Kennedy.
Lima can provide one of the most varied and enjoyable city walking holidays Peru has to offer. It’s a fascinating city that’s always brimming with life – both ancient and modern!
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