Love Lima for less: how to stretch your budget in the Peruvian capital
5 min read • Apr 14, 2022
Head to the market. Work out by the seafront. Take the bus. Follow these and other tips to get the most out of Lima no matter how tight your budget.
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Lima
- The top 4 safe and smart ways to get around Lima
5 min read • Apr 13, 2022
Navigating Lima can be fun, safe and eco-friendly when you've got our ultimate guide to getting around the Peruvian capital.
- When is the best time to visit Lima for festivals, food and fog-free skies?
9 min read • Apr 8, 2022
Whether you see Lima as a destination in its own right or a brief stop-over en route to Cuzco and the Andes, here are the best times of year to visit.
- Everything you need to know before traveling to Lima
7 min read • Apr 4, 2022
A stepping stone for bucket-list sites such as Machu Picchu, Lima has its own special magic. Here's what you need to know before you come.
- Top free (and almost free) things to do in Lima
5 min read • Mar 28, 2022
From top museums to archaeological sites, visiting Lima on a budget brings a wealth of experiences, many of which are free.
- Ultimate guide to Lima's best neighborhoods
5 min read • Mar 17, 2022
From hip and bohemian to cheap and family-friendly, each pocket of Lima carries a unique identity and a vibe that goes deeper than surface level.
- The 9 best day trips from Lima
9 min read • Mar 11, 2022
Peru's capital is stunning, but travelers who leave Lima for a day will find incredible culture, archeological wonders, rest and relaxation and plenty of…
- The best foodie destinations for a health kick vs. total indulgence
4 min read • Oct 29, 2019
For those who travel to eat, finding a balance of healthy/indulgent meals can be tricky. Here are the best foodie destinations for a health kick or a feast.
- The art of pisco: what makes Peru's signature spirit?
6 min read • Apr 15, 2019
In the lush valleys of southern Peru, every year between March and April, grapes designated for pisco are harvested, fermented and distilled in order to…
- How to live like a local in Lima
5 min read • May 9, 2018
Six years ago, Lonely Planet Local Agnes Rivera traveled south along the Pacific Coast and landed in Lima, Peru. Quickly charmed by the capital city’s…
- Vegan Lima: plant power in Peru's capital
4 min read • Nov 10, 2017
Many travelers come to Lima to feast and feast well. The city is South America’s food capital after all. Unique produce from varying ecosystems and some…
- Peru for foodies: a journey through the country's culinary hotspots
7 min read • Nov 8, 2017
2013 was a pivotal point for Peru’s arrival on the world’s culinary stage. It was in this year that Peruvian food grabbed its first Michelin star,…
- Peruvian street eats: Lima's top 10 meals on wheels
5 min read • Oct 13, 2016
The food scene in Lima is hot, but it’s not just a flash in the stove-top pan. Street food superstars are keeping up gastronomical traditions that have…