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Tour Lima "Off the Chart"

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Lima
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 8 guests
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Language
English, Spanish
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Discover the rich tapestry of Lima's history and flavors. From ancient museums to vibrant neighborhoods, savor diverse cultures and cuisines including iconic pisco sours.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Hello! I invite you to a historical and gastronomic tour of Lima.


We will start at the Josefina Ramos de Cox Archaeology Museum, exploring the pre-Hispanic history of Lima. Then, at the Casa de La Cultura Criolla, we will discover how traditions have intertwined to form the Creole culture.


We will visit the Bodega Restaurant Carbone, founded by Italians in the 19th century, and enjoy delicious sandwiches. Afterwards, we will have a coffee at San Oxapampino, inside the San Agustín convent, learning about the Austro-German migration.


At the Casa de las 13 Puertas, we will see the relationship of ancient Peru and food. Then, at the Museo Nacional Afroperuano, we will learn about the African legacy in Peruvian culture.


We will explore Chinatown about the Chinese and Japanese migrations of the 19th century. At the Hotel Maury, we will enjoy the best pisco sour in the city. Finally, at Casa Tambo Restaurant, we will enjoy the best gastronomic offering in Lima.


Let's get to know Lima!

What You Get

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Breakfast
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Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

1

Casa de La Cultura Criolla, Rosa Mercedes Ayarza

At the Casa de la Cultura Criolla, travelers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Creole life of Lima during the Republican era. We will explore the different environments of this 18th century mansion, where details that last to this day in Peruvian homes can be appreciated. We will discover the mixture of pre-Hispanic roots with Spanish Creole influences, through elements such as the fulling mill, the pishcos, charcoal stoves and clay pots. We will learn about the history and legacy of Rosa Mercedes Ayarza de Morales, a prominent composer and promoter of Peruvian music. In this experience, we will share family stories and traditions, enriching our cultural identity and valuing the importance of music and gastronomy in our history.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Bodega Restaurant Carbone

We will begin our adventure with a delicious breakfast at the emblematic Bodega Carbone, a winery founded in 1923 by Italian immigrants, then we will go to taste and learn about Peruvian Coffee from Oxapampa, with an interesting history of Austro-German migration at the beginning of the 19th century.
40 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
3

Casa de las 13 Puertas

This museum is located in the "House of the 13 doors", a building located in front of the Church and Convent of San Francisco. Inside, it houses a valuable collection of ceramics from the Nasca, Moche, Lambayeque, Chimú and Chancay cultures, which was generously donated by Mr. Jaime del Castillo to the city of Lima. The exhibition in this museum is colorful and educational, giving us the opportunity to explore the meaning of the symbols present in ceramics, as well as understand their cultural importance. In addition, we are shown how this ceramic was made by ancient Peruvian cultures and what meaning it had for them. It is an enriching experience that immerses us in the ancient world of Peru. During our tour, we will visit this fascinating museum, where we will be able to admire and learn from this beautiful ceramic collection, discovering the secrets and worldview of the pre-Hispanic cultures that inhabited these lands.
20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Museo Nacional Afroperuano

Continuing our tour, we are now heading to the Afro-Peruvian Museum, where we will discover the rich history and contributions of the Afro-descendant community in Peru. Accompanied by an expert guide, we will explore the exhibits that show us Afro-Peruvian culture, music, dance, and gastronomy. Through artifacts, photographs and stories, we will learn about the importance of this community in Peruvian identity and its influence on the country's culinary culture. The museum invites us to reflect on the diversity and miscegenation that have shaped our current society.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Barrio Chino

We will explore Capón street, an emblematic place in Lima that houses the history and development of one of the most popular mestizo culinary currents in Peru: the renowned CHIFA. We will learn about its origins and how Chinese culinary traditions merged with Peruvian gastronomy, creating a unique culinary experience. In addition, at this point we will highlight another important influence on Peruvian cuisine: Japanese migration and its contribution to the NIKKEI culture. We will discover how Japanese flavors and techniques were intertwined with local ingredients, generating an exceptional culinary fusion.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Hotel Maury

An emblematic place in Lima, full of history and anecdotes, it is one of the most beautiful bars in Lima and here was where one of the bartenders of the legendary Victor Morry's Bar (where the pisco sour was created) continued the legacy, today prepared by the Great Braulio Álvarez.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
7

Casa Tambo Restaurant

At our next stop, we will arrive at Casa Tambo, a restored colonial house that will transport you back in time. You will enjoy authentic Peruvian cuisine. You will be able to explore the three rooms of the house, each one with its unique charm. You will be delighted with the revaluation of Peruvian dishes and supplies, experiencing flavors from the coast, mountains and jungle. We will have Creole dishes for lunch prepared on the grill, such as the delicious rice with roast duck in Josper. In addition, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of signature and classic cocktails. In addition to the gastronomic experience, you can visit the museum located on the second level of Casa Tambo. This space exhibits a collection of popular art, including works by renowned Peruvian artists. In our experience at Casa Tambo, you will immerse yourself in the history and flavors of Peruvian cuisine in a historic and welcoming environment.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Avenida Paseo de la República 170, Lima Province Lima Province, Peru, PE, 15001

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We will meet at the tourist information module located between the Museum of Italian Art and the Sheraton Hotel in Lima, at 9 am. Please be punctual to begin the tour in the Historic Center.
End Point

Pancho Fierro Café Bar, Jirón de la Unión, Lima Provincia de Lima, Peru, PE, 15001

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This tour ends with lunch at the best restaurant in the historic center, located in a colonial house, it was an important restaurant from the 20s, now restored, it offers us its gastronomic proposal and spaces that show us part of Peruvian history and culture.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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