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San Isidro, PE
(4.6 mi.)
Callao, PE
(6.9 mi.)
Ica, PE
(166 mi.)
Huaraz, PE
(177 mi.)
Casma, PE
(198 mi.)

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Plaza de Amas in Lima, Peru (Jeremy Woodhouse/Digital Vision/Getty)

Lima Overview

Lima once ranked as the richest and most important city in the Americas and was considered to be the most beautiful colonial settlement in the region. Founded in 1535 by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro, the Spanish Crown's "City of Kings" quickly became the center of power and trade for the entire American viceregency that stretched from Quito to Santiago. Lima was home to some of the Americas' finest baroque and Renaissance churches, palaces, and mansions, as well as the continent's first university, founded in 1551. For 2 centuries, the capital also served as the headquarters of the Spanish Inquisition. Read More

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Major Airports near Lima

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Lima Jorge Chavez International Airport	5.1 map

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Ayacucho Yanamilla Airport	205.2 map

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Peru: Machu Picchu to Lake Titicaca Adventure
Austin Lehman Adventures
from $3998, 9 days
Venture off the tourist track and into the heart of Peru's rich culture, unique history and striking scenery on this 9-day adventure along the Cusco to Puno corridor. ......
Inca Rivers Trek - Choquequirau To Machu Picchu
World Expeditions
from $3060, 16 days
Pristine campsites, stunning views of giant snow-covered Andean peaks, ancient cloud forest, abundant wildflowers and the Inca ruins of Choquequirau...
Lost Civilizations - The Best of Peru & Bolivia: Lima to La Paz & vice versa
Viva Expeditions
from $3225, 23 days
From the colonial capital of Lima on the Peruvian coast right through to the cultural capital of La Paz in the Bolivain Highlands this tour of Peru...
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Mountain Hiking Holidays
from $3895, 12 days
Join us on this classic trek in the Peruvian Andes and complete the circuit of Ausangate, a 20,945-foot peak revered by the Inca and their...
Colca Canyon River Rafting Adventure
Global Descents
from $2750, 10 days
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Lima Vacation Rentals

Guest House Basadre Suites

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2

Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishes, Dishwasher, Hair Dryer, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Linens, Lounge, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Wireless Internet Access

3 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LIMA, PERU

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 6

Amenities: Alarm Clock, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Fireplace, Freezer, Full kitchen, Garage, Internet Access, Iron, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Oven, Patio, Pets OK, Phone, Refrigerator, Smoking OK, TV, Toaster, Utensils

from: $14

5 Bedroom VACATION HOME in LIMA, PERU

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5.5
Sleeps: 10

Amenities: Alarm Clock, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishes, Full kitchen, Garage, Internet Access, Iron, Linens, Lounge, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Phone, Refrigerator, TV, Toaster, Utensils, Wireless Internet Access

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