What to expect in this food tour

Lima Food Tour – Learn about the main historical sites and discover the architectural landmarks of Peru’s capital like the main square (Plaza de Armas), the Government Palace, the Cathedral of Lima, Plaza San Martin and more! During this walking street food tour, sample 11 types of foods and drinks, which are all popular on-the-go dining options among locals. Watch out, this is not the typical pisco sour and ceviche tour, we take you slightly off the beaten path.

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Embark on a 4 hour-long walking food tour with our Lima Historic Center's Street Food Tour! Meet with your guide and fellow foodies in front of the Gran Hotel Bolivar, in the famous Plaza San Martin before heading to Lima's very own Chinatown and to the biggest market of the city! During this food tour, you will have the chance to taste popular on-the-go delicacies that locals devour. While trying some tasteful local treats, you’ll be learning more about Peru's history and interesting facts around the local – informal – economy and daily life in Peru.

In the historic center of Lima, you will get to observe Lima's most emblematic architectural masterpieces, of Spanish and Moorish heritage. It will also be a great opportunity for you to people watch and immerse yourself into a truly joyful local experience – we designed this food tour so that you could feel like a real limeñ@!

Although it’s very likely that you will have the chance to taste everything listed below, please note that it’s possible that the menu might slightly change depending on seasonality and product availability. But don’t worry, you won’t feel hungry at the end of this Lima's historic center food tour.

What's included in this food tour

Map the food tour

FAQ

• Do we eat a lot during this food tour?

  Definitely! We recommend to only eat a light lunch. In terms of food portion, this food tour could be described as an above average-sized dinner that includes desserts. We promise you'll have a good night sleep after – such a bargain, right?

• What if I have dietary restrictions or allergies?

  If you suffer any allergy o dietary restrictions, make sure to inform us during checkout and we will take the necessary precautions. Due to the nature of this food tour, unlike our Barranco food tour and our market tour and cooking class experience, it is sadly quite challenging to cater for vegans.

• Can you pick me up and drop me off from/at any location in Lima?

  Although pick up and drop off are not included in the tour price, it can be arranged at an extra cost from/to pretty much anywhere in the city. Of course price will vary depending on the distance and the type of vehicle you need for your party. If you want to be picked up or dropped off in your hotel, at the airport, the Callao cruise port, Miraflores, Barranco, San Isidro or a museum, please reach out to us and we will send you a quote in no time!

• Do I have to book in advance?

  We recommend to book at least 1 week in advance to make sure it's not sold out, but we accept bookings up to 6 hours before the tour starts. Also, if a date appears as sold out or blocked, please reach out to us – there's likely something we can do for you (we will try for sure!)

• Is this food tour physically demanding?

  Between each stops there's a 5 to 10 minutes walk on average. A light 25-minutes walk takes place between stop #1 and #2 for sightseeing purposes. Please note that this longer walk doesn't include any stairs and our guide will make sure to adapt the speed to your needs. We have had people aged 3 to 83 years old on this food tour, and so far so good!

• Can I book this food tour as a private tour?

  Absolutely! You can book a private food tour for your party as is, or you can customize this tour so it caters to your needs and expectations. We are used to design tailor-made experiences for small and big groups – we even went up to 150 people at once!

• What if I don’t drink alcohol?

  If you do not drink alcohol, don’t worry we will provide non-alcoholic drinks instead. Please make sure to add that information in the "Additional comments" section when you checkout so we can prepare for it. Of course, no alcoholic beverages will be served to our guests under 18 years of age.

• Is this tour family friendly? If I am bringing an infant/very young child, do I need to purchase a ticket for them?

  Traveling with a child under 6 or an infant? If they’re not going to directly participate, or if you prefer to share your food with your little one, there is no need to purchase an extra ticket. However, still let us know if you’re going to bring a child under 6, so our guide knows and will be prepared for it.

• Is it possible to book this food tour at a different time?

  Yes, it's possible! However, please note that you will need to reach out to us at [email protected] and pay for a private food tour. The times shown on our website are small-group shared tours.

• I’m a solo traveller. Can I book a food tour too?

  Yes, you can! Participating in our Lima food tour will give you the opportunity to meet other travelers passionate about gastronomy. Do not be afraid to book, even if you are alone, we could have other reservations for that same day so you can share the experience with other foodies.

• Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

  Yes! Unlike other tours, this tour is 100% wheelchair accessible, and we are super happy about it!

• Do you offer any other tour?

  Yes, we have several food tours in the bank. Each of them offer a different perspective on Peruvian gastronomy. We like to think we have an option for all budgets and interests! Although we specialize in food tourism, if you'd like to visit a museum, or another area of Lima not covered by one of our tours, please do let us know – we will for sure be able to arrange something with the help of our trusted partners.

• Is Lima safe?

  Just like in any big city, you have to be careful with your belongings in crowded areas. In the case of this tour, you will want to watch your pockets in the last portion of the tour, where it can get very crowded on Fridays and Saturdays. Of course, Peru being a country with big inequalities showing off the latest smartphone or an expensive watch in the street could unfortunately make you a target for thieves. But if you keep a low profile, you should be more than fine! We know the area quite well and after attending 2000+ guests, we have never had any problem.

• How likely am I to get sick?

  With our tour, extremely unlikely. All the stops are carefully vetted by our team and we run regular checks to make sure they maintain the same standards, both in terms of quality of the food as well as hygiene. Food poisoning is of course something that shouldn't be ignored in Peru, so we always recommend to eat or drink at places that were recommended by at least one local person. combine with positive online reviews. You might want to check our best restaurants in Lima guide, by the way!

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