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Museum
Pucllana Site Museum
Remains of a clay & adobe stepped pyramid from the Lima Culture (200–700 A.D.), plus tours & museum.
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The lay of the land
A first look
Lima perches above the Pacific in a soft grey haze — colonial balconies, a world-class kitchen, and surfers below the cliffs.
Local experiences
Things to actually do
Quieter corners chosen for atmosphere over crowds — the kind of places locals send friends to.
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Outdoors
Love Park
Landscaped park overlooking the ocean with a huge kissing sculpture, mosaic walls & a snack stand.
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Market
Miraflores Indian Market
Bustling outdoor destination with vendors offering souvenirs, antiques & regional handicrafts.
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Where the locals eat
Mom-and-pop tables
Family-run rooms and counter seats — small, authentic, and rarely listed in the guidebooks.
Caffeine, slowly
Coffee worth the detour
Independent roasters and tucked-away counters where the pour-over takes its time.
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Miraflores
Neira Café Lab
Lima's best single-origin espresso from a micro-roaster.
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San Isidro
Arábica Espresso Bar
Clean specialty coffee from Peruvian high-altitude farms.
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