Lima travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lima
With 7.74 million inhabitants, Lima is the most populous city in Peru. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Lima deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Lima
If you’re looking for affordable options, LIMANÁ (Av. Augusto Pérez Araníbar 2011, San Isidro) and Pescados Capitales - Miraflores (Av. Mariscal la Mar 1337, Miraflores) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Amankaya - Peruvian Food (562 Av. 28 de Julio) and Plant Food + Wine (Av. Mariscal La Mar 463, Miraflores) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Lima.
When to visit Lima
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lima in January, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Lima, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Lima
Plane
When flying to Lima, you’ll arrive at Lima Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM), which is located 10 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Lima from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 15h 30m.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lima, including Transportes Cruz del Sur, Movil Bus and Oltursa. From Huaraz, the bus ride to Lima takes 700 km and will cost you around €44. From Trujillo, the ticket costs about €19 for a journey of 869 km. The most popular bus station is Lima Gran Terminal Terrestre Plaza Norte, located 7 km from the city centre of Lima. Lima Lima, Estación Tacna is also a commonly used station, and is 2.3 km from the city centre.
Airports near Lima
Airlines serving Lima
Where to stay in Lima
From 5-star hotels such as the Belmond Miraflores Park to great affordable options like the Exe Miraflores, Lima offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €49 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €109 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Wasipai Boutique Hotel and Red Llama Eco Hostel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Lima, with prices from €9 to €508 per night. Miraflores is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Lima are about 52% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lima
Most booked hotels in Lima
Hiring a car in Lima
Alamo, Budget and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Lima is the Hertz branch at Avenida Elmer Faucet, which is 2 km from the city centre.
Expect to pay €1.26 per litre in Lima (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.04 and €20.05. Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lima, while also 75% cheaper than other types, on average.