How to Plan a Trip to Lima
The complete 2026 guide — flights, hotels, things to do and airport transfers, all in one place. Everything a first-time visitor to Peru needs.
Your 4-step Lima plan
Step 1 — Book flights to LIM
Jorge Chávez Airport (LIM) is the main gateway to Lima. Compare fares across major airlines and OTAs before locking a date.
See flight deals to LIMStep 2 — Pick a neighborhood
Base yourself in Miraflores boardwalk + Larcomar for the best first-time visit — Cliffside park + paragliding launch + Larcomar shopping mall built into the cliff.
Where to stay in LimaStep 3 — Plan your itinerary
Start with Miraflores boardwalk + Larcomar, then build outward. Most first-time visitors need 3-5 days to see the highlights of Lima.
Things to do in LimaStep 4 — Sort your airport transfer
Airport Express bus (to Miraflores) is PEN 25 (€6) and takes 60–90 min. Pre-book a private transfer for stress-free arrival.
LIM arrival guideBefore you book — visa check
Visa-free for most Western, EU, US passports up to 90 days. Yellow fever vaccine recommended (required for jungle regions, not Lima itself).
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