San Miguel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Leyendas Park
Wander the enclosures of a zoo, admiring Peru's diverse wildlife and then enjoy this dynamic park's museums and attractive natural vistas.
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.
Waikiki Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your travels in Lima? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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.
Miraflores Central Park
After visiting Miraflores Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lima. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
Full Day Tour: Ballestas Island & Huacachina Oasis from Lima
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Full day excursion to Sayan and Churin
From Lima: Paracas, Ica, and Huacachina Day Tour
Our pick of the best San Miguel Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
Great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Miraflores by IHG
We loved everything about it and our stay was very comfortable
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Sheraton Lima Historic Center
Excellent hotel, service, restaurants, breakfast, room, everything very good, we recommend it.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Decapolis Miraflores
The hotel is very well located, walkable distance to shops, restaurants etc. Spacious room with a great view, super comfortable bed, great water pressure, soaking tub, very clean, fantastic service and to top it all, the breakfast was delicious! Super recommend 10/10 . I travel for business and have ...
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Intercontinental Real Lima Miraflores by IHG
We’re Peruvians and stayed at the hotel because we wanted to try it out. The location and the room views are exceptional. The gym is spectacular. We had an issue with the heating, which wasn’t working properly (I think since it’s new, they’re still calibrating it), but the staff did what they could ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
Had a really great 1 night stay here, the best hotel we stayed in in Peru. Room was massive, clean and well stocked. A little noisy because of the hotels location but nothing too offputting. All staff were friendly and helpful, and breakfast was plentiful and varied. The free shuttle is convenient ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Miguel
Magdalena del Mar
You'll enjoy the beaches and archaeological sites in Magdalena del Mar. You might want to make time for a stop at Costa Verde or Pirqa Rockclimbing Gym.
Pueblo Libre
Pueblo Libre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Larco Herrera Museum and Great Craft Market.
Jesus Maria
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Jesus Maria. You might want to make time for a stop at Real Plaza Salaverry or Peruvian Japanese Cultural Center.
Lince
Travellers enjoy Lince for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out Risso Commercial Center while you're in the area.
Santa Cruz
If you're spending some time in Santa Cruz, Museo Enrico Poli Bianchi and Amano Museum are top sights worth seeing.
San Isidro
San Isidro is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Lima Golf Club and Costa Verde Beach while in the area.
