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Free tour

Exploring Lima and the Catacombs of San Francisco

4.85
Excellent (428 ratings)
Duration: 2 hours and 45 minutes
Languages: English and Spanish
Guru: Paul
PRO
Registered on 14 January 2020
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I am a local guide, who likes to share relevant information to the visitors of the cultural sites of the city, teaching, guiding and offering the walking tour in a friendly way. Thanks so much for reading. Have a great day !
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

This pleasant visit to the city begins in one of the oldest temples in Lima, we will visit La Merced church, which stands out for its 17th century baroque style façade.
Afterwards, we will walk along the traditional Jr. de la Unión.
We will visit the Plaza de Armas of Lima , an atmosphere of tradition and history, the government palace, the cathedral, the ornamental fountain among others, then, we will be by the Santo Domingo church, later, we will be by the Chabuca Granda avenue , it is a place of artistic and cultural events, we will also be able to see some places on the side of the Rímac river,
Then we will be on our way to the train station ( today the House of Literature ), after which we will visit the Wall Park to have a pleasant view of San Cristóbal Hill and other places.
Finally, we will visit the San Francisco Museum and Catacombs, opened in the 17th century.

What places will we see?

-La Merced Church.
-The Torre Tagle Mansion.
-The Plaza de Armas of Lima.
-The Santo Domingo church.
-The Chabuca Granda avenue.
-The park "The wall"
-San Francisco Convent Museum and Catacombs.


Museum entrance fee: S/20 soles (optional)



Suggestions:
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
Bring a hat or cap.
A bottle of water (optional)

Important:
Sometimes it takes an hour by taxi from Miraflores to the meeting point.

In case of not attending, please CANCEL the tour reservation.





Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Jirón de la Unión 608, Cercado de Lima 15001, Peru
I will be in front of La Merced Church, I will be carrying the tourist guide accreditation.
1
Free entry
Iglesia de La Merced
2
Outside visit
Torre Tagle Palace
3
Outside visit
Plaza de Armas de Lima
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour Reviews

4.85
Excellent (428 ratings)
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Professionalism
4.91
Fun
4.54
Expression
4.65
Quality
4.78
Route
4.83

Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour requires payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Cash payment only.

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