By Kada Travel
Maybe you’re thinking:
“Lima? I’m just passing through.”
Sure, you could land, grab a ceviche, snap a photo of the coastline, and be on your way to Cusco.
But if you’re here, reading this, it’s probably because you’re not a checklist traveler.
You want something more — to travel better, deeper, and smarter.
So let us tell you something most people overlook:
Lima can be one of the best chapters of your entire Peru trip.
Lima isn’t a city you rush through. It’s one you savor.
Some cities are meant to be seen.
Lima is meant to be felt.
It doesn’t shout for attention — it surprises you with details.
A slow walk on the cliffside boardwalk.
A hidden café in Barranco.
A lunch that turns into a two-hour conversation.
That golden-hour light over the Pacific.
But to find these things, you have to know where to look.
And that’s where we come in.
We help you experience Lima with different eyes
Want to stay in a boutique hotel facing the ocean?
Take a private cooking class with a local chef?
Wander art galleries or sail along the Paracas coast on a private boat?
At Kada Travel, we design your time in Lima as part of your journey — not just a layover.
Because Lima can be art, history, surf, wine, fashion, food… or all of it combined.
So… what should you actually do here?
We’re not going to give you a generic top-10 list. That’s what Google is for.
But here’s what we do recommend — curated, meaningful, and with context:
And if you want something truly unique, we’ll take you to private studios, historical homes, or arrange a dinner cooked just for you in a local’s house.
The Historic Center: not just for photos, but for stories (with a guide who loves their city).
Miraflores: perfect for resting, eating, and walking by the ocean — not just because it’s popular, but because it’s comfortable and safe.
Barranco: you don’t just see it — you feel it. Art, colors, live music, design hotels, and some of the best cocktails in the city.
What about the food?
Let’s get one thing out of the way: yes, Lima is a global culinary capital.
Yes, the food is that good.
But also… yes, it helps to know where to go.
We’ll help you:
- Score reservations at Central, Maido, Mayta, or Kjolle (even the hard-to-get ones)
- Discover where we actually eat as locals
- Find the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, or a casual lunch where the ceviche will make you close your eyes in happiness
👉 Check out our full Lima foodie guide here.
And when you’re ready to leave the city…
This is where it gets really good.
Just a few hours from Lima, you could be:
- Sailing alongside sea lions in Paracas
- Sandboarding into a sunset at Huacachina
- Tasting pisco at a traditional vineyard in Ica
- Flying over the mysterious Nazca Lines — and wondering how they were ever made
👉 We break down this entire journey in our Lima–Paracas–Ica–Nazca travel guide.
It’s one of Peru’s most underrated routes — and when planned right, it feels seamless, exciting, and unforgettable.
How long should you stay in Lima?
✔ For the city itself: 2 to 3 well-curated nights
✔ To explore south of Lima (Paracas, Huacachina, Nazca): add 4 to 5 more days
And we’ll make sure every part flows without stress, delays or tourist traps.
A little secret we love to share…
One of our travelers once told us:
“I honestly enjoyed Lima even more than Cusco.”
Not because they compete — but because Lima, when done right, truly surprises you.
It gives you flavors, stories, people, and sunsets that you didn’t see coming.
And that’s what makes a destination unforgettable.
Ready to see Lima through a different lens?
We’ll help you plan it like a local — but experience it like a VIP.
Less stress, more soul.
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With love,
The Kada Travel Team
