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Everything you need to know
Traveling to Peru for the first time and want to explore Lima?
Discover everything you need to know before your visit: entry requirements, ideal climate, safe transportation, payment options, gastronomy, electricity, and official tourist information points. This practical guide will help you explore the city with confidence, safety, and excitement.
✈️ Entry Requirements
- Valid passport (or ID card if you’re from the Andean Community/Mercosur).
- Most countries do not require a visa for stays shorter than 90 days.
- Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation reservations as backup.
🌤️ Climate & Best Time to Visit
- Summer (December–March): Sunny days, ideal for enjoying the coast.
- Winter (June–September): Cool and foggy, perfect for fine dining.
- Autumn & Spring: Pleasant temperatures, recommended for exploring the Historic Center.
🍴 Gastronomy
- Lima is considered a world culinary capital.
- From street food and historic taverns to high-end gourmet restaurants.
- A fusion of cultures: pre-Hispanic, Spanish, African, Italian, and Asian.
💳 Money & Payments
- Currency: Sol (S/ or PEN).
- Exchange bureaus offer better rates than banks.
- Most widely accepted cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express.
- Local apps: Yape and Plin for quick payments.
🗺️ Useful Tourist Information
Information kiosks located at:
Plaza San Martín, Parque Neptuno, Plaza Italia, Plazuela del Teatro, Plaza Elguera, Parque de la Cultura
Opening hours: Daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
🚍 Transportation
- Metropolitano: Fast buses that cross the historic center.
- Corredores viales: Connect to districts like Miraflores and Barranco.
- Taxis: Use safe apps (Uber, Cabify, Didi, InDriver, Satelital). Avoid informal taxis.
🔌 Electricity
- Voltage: 220V / 60Hz.
- Plug types: A, B, and C.
- Major hotels often provide 110V for electric shavers.
With this Useful Tourist Information, Lima awaits you with history, culture, and soul-stirring experiences.
Welcome!