There are reasonable differences in opinion among travel planners when it comes to Lima. Some folks say to skip it altogether, while others find it fascinating. Let me find a middle ground…
For me, Lima is worth 24 hours of exploration. Your flight home will likely be a late-night affair anyways, so adding a night in Lima when returning from Cusco or Lake Titicaca at the end of your trip will provide closer to 30 hours to explore. Most importantly, that's at least four meals!
My strongest recommendation is to head to the Miraflores District to “eat your way through town.” Lima is a hub of fusion cuisine these days and boasts some truly great restaurants. Not all of them have to be fancy-schmancy, either. Enjoy ceviche, prepared right in front of you, while you enjoy clifftop views over the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy a restaurant focusing on Amazon cuisine. Try more alpaca steaks. Heck, you might want to insert an additional lunch or dinner into your schedule, just to take advantage of the options!
In between meals, take in the sunset from Parque del Amor, enjoy some shopping, try to count the cats in Kennedy Park, and take advantage of the easy access to tours that visit other parts of the city. Would I spend a week? No. But it is worth extending your trip slightly if you have the time.
Erin made things easier than I thought possible. So good at answering questions in a timely manner and explaining all. I feel she looks out for me.
Fran Folkman
2 hours ago
Very personable and knowledgeable! Able to answer questions and provide advice based on personal experiences.
Robert Thompson
3 hours ago
Erin is a seasoned travel planner and is very personable. She is a good listener and uses our questions and concerns to make the trip just as we want it. She is very good at moving the booking process along and meticulous with the details.
This is why we came back to have her plan this trip for us.
Lynn Oveson
19 hours ago
Erin C. was incredibly helpful and thorough. I had answers immediately or within the same day.
Marilyn Snook
1 day ago
Great follow through and help in what needed to be done to have a safe successful trip !