Santa Cruz Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Larcomar Shopping Center
Walk amongst Lima's most affluent individuals while you shop, watch a movie, dance at the disco or simply enjoy the award winning design of this cliff top mall.
Plaza de Armas de Lima
This historic heart of Lima, where Francisco Pizarro founded Peru's government and the city cathedral was placed, is widely regarded as the city's birthplace.
Costa Verde
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Costa Verde might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Lima. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Miraflores Central Park
Explore the great outdoors at Miraflores Central Park, a lovely green space in Lima. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Huaca Pucllana Ruins
This complex, which features a captivating central pyramid, was once the heart of the Lima Culture, an ancient civilisation of Peruvians.
Plaza San Martin
This ceremonial square, which stands as a memorial to Peru's great liberator, is filled with artisans, street performers and musicians.
Activities
From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Full Day Guided Tour
Lima: City Tour, Catacombs, and Pachacamac Inca Remains
Lunch Menu at Mangos Restaurant, Larcomar
Lima: Half Day City Tour with Larco Musseum
From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Full Day Guided Tour
Rainbow Mountain Tour by ATV (Quad) 1 day
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Miraflores
Travellers to Miraflores praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Huaca Pucllana Ruins and Indian Market.
Petit Jean Ocharán
While there might not be top attractions in Petit Jean Ocharán, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larco Avenue and John F. Kennedy Park.
San Isidro
San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Camino Real Mall and Costa Verde Beach while in the area.
Leuro
While visiting Leuro, you might make a stop by sights like Larco Avenue and Balboa Strip Mall.
Armendáriz
If you're spending some time in Armendáriz, Larcomar Shopping Center and Larco Avenue are top sights worth seeing.
Lince
Travellers enjoy Lince for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Risso Commercial Center while you're in the area.