A practical Lima stopover itinerary for backpackers, with ocean views, local food, transport tips and time to catch your next flight.

Explore Peru your way, meet new people, and find your place in Lima and Cusco.

If this is your first arrival in Lima, the simplest option is usually to arrange your transfer with your accommodation before you fly. If you did not, use an authorized airport taxi. Airport Express serves Miraflores stops, while Barranco requires a final leg.

A backpacker-friendly guide to Lima’s best street food, neighborhoods and practical eating tips.

A simple route through Miraflores, Lima’s Historic Center and budget-friendly plans.

A practical guide for young travelers who want to work remotely from Lima and Cusco, meet people, stay productive and explore Peru.

Discover what to see, where to eat, where to stay, and how to get around Lima on your first trip to Peru with practical tips for backpackers and young travelers.

A practical guide to exploring Lima’s historic heart, learning its history, visiting iconic landmarks and finding the best places for photos.

A practical and fun guide for young travelers who want to spot the differences between Peru’s most iconic Andean animals and know where to see them in Lima and Cusco.

A young traveler’s guide to Lima’s ancient adobe pyramid in Miraflores, with ticket prices, visiting hours and the standout restaurant inside.

A budget-friendly (mid to mid-low) plan with Lima’s best food, the Pacific coast walk, the historic center, and nightlife in Miraflores & Barranco

Surf, sunsets, ceviche and local beach culture on Peru’s Pacific coast.