The alluring capital of Peru is steeped in a rich colonial heritage justifies the title "City of Kings." Lima today truly embodies a harmonious fusion of old and new emerging as an international must-see tourist hot spot. The colonial architectural masterpieces along with churches and museums juxtaposed alongside colorful water parks, luxury hotels and festivals. It is named the world's top culinary destination with gastronomical delights ranging from gourmet to street food. Lima boasts of tourist-friendly hotels, hiking trails, paragliding, and bicycle tours for the adventure seeker. It comprises impressive Bohemian beaches, panoramic ocean views, Victorian restaurants, and national parks. These destinations all beckon the discerning traveler. All this with helpful locals in a safe, clean, unhurried but thriving city.
Public transport in Lima is by buses, micros, taxicabs, and mototaxis. Micros continue to be everyone's favorite mode of transport all across Peru. There is also more than 100 km of cycle paths in the city.
Cleanliness: Moderate, Efficiency: Poor
Estimated taxi fares
Estimated cost of car rental
Trains and buses fares
| Name | Price |
|---|---|
| Water Bottle | PEN 2.00 |
| Cup of Coffee | PEN 4.00 |
| Milk Carton Pack | PEN 4.00 |
| Rice/Kg | PEN 4.00 |
| White Bread | PEN 475.00 |
| Eggs (12) | PEN 6.00 |
| Combo Meal | PEN 16.00 |
| Fine Dining | PEN 70.00 |
| Bottle of Coke or Pepsi | PEN 2.00 |
| Domestic Beer | PEN 6.00 |
| Imported Beer | PEN 12.00 |
| Bottle of Wine | PEN 27.00 |
| Cigarettes (20 Pack) | PEN 12.00 |
| Taxi ( 1 km ) | PEN 5.00 |
| Ticket in local transport (Single way). | PEN 2.00 |
| Rent ( One Bed Room) | PEN 1220.00 |
The nightlife in Lima starts at 6:00 p.m., the crowds assemble by 9:00 pm and the fun starts around 11:00 pm. The nightlife in Lima has changed so much for the better to include drinking, dining, dancing, gambling, and romance. There are so many clubs to choose from but the interest lies in and around Miraflores, Barranco, and Chacarilla where each pleasure-seeker, be it a single or in a group, is well entertained. It’s certain that in Lima the nightlife will create memories that will last a lifetime.
Weather
TimeZone
Ambulance
Police
Electric socket
Jorge Chavez International Airport - LIM
Start Tariff: PEN 7.00
1 Km. Tariff: PEN 5.00
1 Hour Waiting Tariff: PEN 20.00
Monthly Average Temperature & Rainfall
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