Lima



Food & Drink


Top Restaurants
  • Central Peruvian / The #1 restaurant in the world (2022). The dishes are authentically Peruvian.
  • Maido Nikkei / The #6 best restaurant in the world (2022) and the number one restaurant for Nikkei in Lima.
  • Astrid y Gastón Peruvian / The godfather of modern Peruvian cuisine.
Top Bars
  • Carnaval Cocktail bar / The #44 best bar in the world in 2022, the namesake cocktail Carnaval is a must try if you go!
  • Lady Bee Cocktail bar / Lady Bee was opened by former Carnaval bartenders, cocktail ingredients are sourced locally and expertly mixed.
  • The Parrot Shadow Cocktail bar / The Parrot Shadow offers an extensive menu of tiki-style cocktails.
Top Coffee Shops
  • Coffee Shops • CHÉ CHÁ Tea Bar & Food Station, Puku Puku Café, Milenaria Cafe, Milimétrica Coffee

Activities & Attractions

Markets
  • Inca Market When it comes to souvenirs, this is one of the best markets in Lima. Located in the heart of Miraflores, you can find typical Peruvian souvenirs including traditional textiles, Inca style jewelry, Peru’s famous alpaca scarves, and Pisco!
  • Gamarra One of the busiest markets in Lima, Gamarra is fully dedicated to clothes. A mekka for clothing shopping in Lima, Gamarra offers your favourite brands, your favourite knock-offs, and even cheaper nameless brands.
  • Mercado Central Deep in the heart of Lima is this multi-storey market with everything and anything. Separated by sections, there is no end to what you can find in this place. Aisles of fruits, vegetables, the freshest seafood and hanging cuts of meat, and a wide range of spices and dry goods. The surrounding area outside of the market is just as packed and crazy with vendors.

Stays

Neighbourhoods
  • Miraflores, San Insidro, Barranco

More

  • More Food • Rafael, Cosme, Isolina, Osso, Mayta, La Mar, La Picantería, Kjolle, Barra Maretazo
  • More Drinks • OLE BAR RESTAURANT, Sasteria Martinez, Ayahuasca, PALAIS COCKTAIL
  • Sites, Museums & Galleries • Historic Centre of Lima (UNESCO-listed), Lima Cathedral, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo, MATE museum
  • Day trips • Huacachina (desert oasis), Paracas Ica, Marcahuasi
  • Parks • Miraflores Boardwalk, Hike/Bike to the Top of El Morro Hill, Kennedy Park