Lima Places

Barranco
Barranco is a magnet for young people who come to carouse in its bars and cafés. Sleepy during the day, the neighborhood comes to life around sunset when artists start hawking their wares and its... (more)
El Centro
In the colonial era, Lima was the seat of power for the viceroyalty of Peru. It held sway over a swath of land that extended from Panama to Chile. With power came money, as is evident by the grand scale... (more)
Miraflores
With flower-filled parks and wide swaths of green overlooking the ocean, no wonder travelers flock to this seaside suburb. At its center is Parque Miraflores, sitting like a slice of pie between Avenida... (more)
Pueblo Libre
Instead of hurrying past, residents of Pueblo Libre often pause to chat with friends. There's a sense of calm here not found elsewhere in the capital. Plaza Bolívar, the park at the heart of Pueblo... (more)
San Isidro
While strolling through the ancient olive trees of Parque El Olívar, you might be surprised that there's not a single car in sight. That's because the mostly residential neighborhood of San Isidro... (more)

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