Things to Do in Lima Food Scene
50 curated spots from Lima Food Scene itineraries
Activities & Attractions
30 curated experiences
Huaca Pucllana Archaeological Site
Visit the pre-Inca adobe pyramid surrounded by gardens and trees; take the guided tour to learn how this ceremonial center functioned in the Lima culture.
1h 30m · $8-12 including guided visit
Malecón de Miraflores Coastal Walk
Walk the clifftop path from Parque del Amor toward Parque Raimondi, with ocean panoramas, paragliders, and lots of greenery and palm trees along the way.
2h · Free
Barranco Historic Center & Puente de los Suspiros
Stroll through Barranco’s main plaza, leafy streets, and the famous Bridge of Sighs, spotting street art, bougainvillea, and colorful colonial houses; there’s plenty of room for kids to roam safely with you.
2h · Free
Barranco Street Art & Puente de los Suspiros
Walk through Barranco’s colorful streets, murals, and the famous Bridge of Sighs, then down to the Bajada de los Baños path toward the ocean.
2h · Free
Barranco Street Art & Puente de los Suspiros Walk
Stroll from the main plaza down toward the Bridge of Sighs through colorful, bougainvillea-covered streets, with murals, street art, and leafy courtyards everywhere.
2h · Free
Huaca Huallamarca
Smaller adobe pyramid in a quiet, green part of San Isidro, with a small site museum.
1h · $3-6
Malecón de Miraflores Cliffside Walk
Walk the clifftop parks from Parque del Amor toward Parque Raimondi, enjoying ocean views, paragliders, gardens, and lots of greenery; plenty of benches and photo spots.
2h · Free
Parque Kennedy & Cat Park
Wander the central park, with its trees, resident cats, artists, and snack vendors; a great orientation point.
1h · Free
Bajada de Armendáriz Sunset Walk
In the early evening, walk or taxi to the Bajada de Armendáriz, a green ravine road connecting Miraflores’ clifftop to the Costa Verde beach; stroll part of it to enjoy the steep cliffs, vegetation, and ocean views at sunset, then loop back to Miraflores center by taxi or on foot.
1h · Free (plus optional short taxi $3-6)
Bajada de Baños & Puente de los Suspiros
Descend the old walkway to the sea through lush vegetation and colorful houses, then visit the iconic Bridge of Sighs.
1h · Free
Bajada de los Baños
Walk the historic descent toward the coast, stopping for photos, views, and a slower romantic pace.
1h · Free
Barranco Free-Explore & Sunset at Mirador Catalina Recavarren
After lunch, wander Barranco’s side streets and end at the ocean viewpoint for a sunset framed by cliffs, trees, and the Pacific; watch the light change and street musicians come out.
2h · Free
Barranco Seaside Walk (Bajada de Baños)
Follow the Bajada de Baños path from the bridge down toward the ocean, passing greenery, murals, and old houses, until you reach the coastal road and beach area.
1h 30m · Free
Bosque El Olivar (El Olivar Park)
Historic olive grove park with tall trees, ponds, and birds in the middle of San Isidro, surrounded by elegant streets.
1h 30m · FreeBridge of Sighs and Plaza in Barranco
Finish with the iconic bridge area and nearby plaza for a romantic night stroll.
45m · Free
Circuito Mágico del Agua (Magic Water Circuit)
Visit after dark to walk among illuminated fountains and light shows in a large, tree-filled park; you can take photos, watch the timed main show, and enjoy cooler evening temperatures.
1h 30m · $2-5
El Olivar Park
Walk among olive trees and quiet paths for a lush, peaceful change of pace from the city center.
1h 30m · Free
Evening Stroll by Parque de la Exposición
Walk through this park and around nearby streets in late afternoon/early evening, enjoying fountains, trees, and locals out for a walk.
1h · Free
Huaca Pucllana
Tour the pre-Inca pyramid site and learn how Lima’s ancient history sits inside a modern city.
1h 30m · $8-12 or Free
Kennedy Park
Walk through the park and nearby streets for easy people-watching, street art, and a soft introduction to Lima’s café culture.
1h · Free
Larco Museum (Museo Larco) & Gardens
Explore one of Lima’s best pre-Columbian collections in a colonial mansion surrounded by lush bougainvillea, cacti, and tropical plants; don’t miss the storage galleries for a 'behind the scenes' feel.
2h · $12-15
Magic Water Circuit (Circuito Mágico del Agua)
Visit at night to see illuminated fountains and walk through water tunnels in a big urban park.
2h · $3-5
Malecón de Miraflores & Parque del Amor
Walk the clifftop Malecón starting near Parque del Amor, moving through its series of connected parks with ocean lookouts, paragliders above, and plenty of trees and flower beds—great for photos and getting oriented. Benches and grassy spots make this a calm place to sit and watch the Pacific.
2h · Free
Mercado Nº 1 de Surquillo (Fruit & Ingredients Focus)
Explore a local produce market 10–15 minutes’ walk from central Miraflores; focus on whole fruits like granadilla, lucuma, cherimoya, and dragon fruit, plus nuts and packaged coffee — avoid prepared meats and ask vendors which juices are made only with fruit and water.
1h 30m · $3-8 for fruit tastings
Mercado Surquillo Exploration
Browse stands of fruits, vegetables, spices, and seafood; taste local fruits like lucuma, chirimoya, and granadilla from trusted vendors.
2h · $5-10 (tastings)
Miraflores Boardwalk at Night
Take a quiet post-dinner walk along the lit oceanfront paths for a low-key romantic finish.
45m · Free
Miraflores Malecon Walk
Stroll the cliff-top parks and oceanfront paths, stopping for photos, sea views, and a gentle start to the trip.
1h 30m · Free
Paragliding Over the Costa Verde
Join a tandem paragliding flight from the clifftop near Parque Raimondi, soaring over the green cliffs and Pacific coast.
1h · $60-80
Parque de la Reserva – Circuito Mágico del Agua
Visit in the late afternoon/evening to see illuminated fountains and water shows; kids can run through some of the interactive fountains so bring a change of clothes.
2h · $2-4Parque de la Reserva – Magic Water Circuit
Visit in the evening to see illuminated fountains, water tunnels, and light shows; kids can run through interactive fountains, so bring a change of clothes.
2h · $5 per adult, $2-3 per childRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Canta Rana
Lively tavern-style spot famous for seafood and ceviche, decorated with posters and memorabilia. For halal: order fish and seafood-only plates like classic fish ceviche, seafood rice (confirm no meat stock), and grilled fish; confirm there is no alcohol used in your dish preparation.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Cala Restaurante
Oceanfront restaurant built into the cliff; choose grilled fish of the day, seafood risottos without alcohol, and vegetable sides while skipping meat and pisco-based sauces.
2h · $30-45 per person
Isolina Taberna Peruana
Order chicken, fish, and vegetable dishes; confirm there is no pork stock, lard, or alcohol in the preparation.
1h 15m · $20-35 per person
La Lucha Sanguchería Criolla (Parque Kennedy)
Iconic sandwich shop by Parque Kennedy with a lively, urban vibe. For halal: stick to vegetarian options like the grilled cheese sandwich (sandwich de queso), avocado and tomato sandwich, fries, and fresh juices—avoid all meats as they are not halal.
45m · $8-12 per person
Puku Puku Café (Miraflores)
Cozy multi-level café with plants and rooftop; choose pastries, toasts, and simple egg dishes without bacon or ham, plus Peruvian coffee.
1h · $8-14 per person
Tanta (Larcomar)
Gaston Acurio’s casual spot; choose fish-based lomo saltado-style plates (made with fish), causas, and veggie pastas—confirm no alcohol is used in sauces.
1h 30m · $18-28 per person
Alma Bar Restaurante (Iberostar Selection Miraflores)
Hotel restaurant with a lush, plant-filled design and partial ocean views. Focus on the breakfast buffet’s clearly separable halal-friendly options: fresh fruits, breads, cheeses, eggs made to order, yogurt, smoothies, and vegetable dishes—avoid any pork or non-halal meats and confirm with staff (“solo vegetales, huevos y queso, por favor”).
1h · $15-25 per person
Amoramar
Stylish restaurant with a lush patio and contemporary Peruvian seafood. For halal: choose fish and seafood dishes like grilled octopus, fish of the day, and veggie sides; confirm no alcohol-based sauces or meat broths are used in your selection.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Bembos Miraflores
Choose chicken burgers or vegetarian items and confirm no bacon or pork toppings are included.
45m · $8-15 per person
Beso Francés Crepería - Larco
Crepe café on Avenida Larco; choose vegetarian crepes (cheese, mushrooms, spinach), sweet options (banana, Nutella), and fruit smoothies. Request no alcohol-based ingredients and avoid meat crepes to stay comfortably halal.
1h · $8-15 per person
Bodega Verde
Order fruit, eggs, toast, and coffee; keep it halal-friendly by avoiding pork-based plates and requesting no ham.
1h · $10-18 per person
Cala Barranco
Choose grilled fish, chicken, salads, and vegetable dishes, and confirm no alcohol-based sauces or pork ingredients are used.
1h 20m · $25-40 per person
Chifa San Joy Lao (Barrio Chino)
Classic Chinese-Peruvian restaurant in Lima’s Chinatown, open from late morning. For halal: focus on seafood and vegetable stir-fries, rice, and noodle dishes without pork or other meats; clearly request no alcohol and no meat broths (caldo de carne) in your order.
1h · $10-15 per person
Crem dela Crem Barranco
Ice-cream shop on a leafy Barranco corner; pick fruit-flavored sorbets and confirm they contain no alcohol.
30m · $4-6 per person
Demo Café (Barranco)
Cozy café on a leafy Barranco street with indoor plants and a relaxed, slightly wild feel. Go for arepas and cachapas filled with vegetarian options (cheese, avocado, eggs), pastries, and excellent coffee; confirm fillings to avoid meat and ask for no alcohol-based sauces.
1h 15m · $10-18 per person
El Arabito
Casual Middle Eastern spot with a simple, bright, plant-filled interior; order the falafel sandwich, hummus with fresh bread, or a vegetarian wrap and a fresh juice — ingredients and meat are halal-friendly, and you can easily eat fully vegetarian.
1h · $8-15 per person
El Bodegón
Order grilled chicken, rice dishes, and vegetable plates; confirm no pork stock or bacon is used in the preparation.
1h 10m · $15-25 per person
El Jardin de Jazmín (Vegetarian Bistro)
Cozy, plant-filled vegetarian restaurant; order veggie bowls, salads, pastas, and burgers, confirming no alcohol or meat-based sauces in your selected dishes.
1h 15m · $12-18 per person
El Jardin de Jazmín (Vegetarian/Plant-Focused, Check Local Listing in Barranco/Miraflores Area)
Pick a cozy, garden-style vegetarian or vegan restaurant with lots of plants for your farewell dinner; order only vegetarian and fish-free dishes that clearly avoid meat, lard, and alcohol in the preparation to stay fully halal-friendly.
1h 30m · $15-25 per person
El Pan de la Chola
Order avocado toast, eggs, fresh juices, and bakery items that can be chosen to stay halal-friendly; skip any pork items and ask for no ham.
1h · $8-15 per personMore on Lima Food Scene
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