From Lima: Half-Day Larco Museum & Huaca Pucllana Tour
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Stop At: Huaca Pucllana, Calle General Borgono Cuadra, 8 Miraflores, Lima 15074 Peru
After pick up from your hotel, we begin our visit into Peru's past by visiting Huaca Pucllana's museum and archaeological site. Be transported to the time of construction of the main structures of Huaca Pucllana and learn the most important aspects of the daily life of Lima society.
Next, continue in the archaeological site itself, find reconstructions of different productive, ritual and funeral activities, as well as a model showing the architectural and natural landscape of the Lima. It also includes a tour of the Native Flora and Fauna Park, where the species that formed the main resources in the pre-Hispanic era are cultivated.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Museo Larco, Avenida Bolivar 1515 Pueblo Libre, Lima Lima 21 Peru
Then, head to The Larco Museum, a private collection that showcases gold and silver works from ancient Peruvian civilizations. Examine Inca ceramic forms, Paracas textiles, and Mochica sculptures.
See the permanent exhibition that takes an in-depth look at the Andean worldview and helps visitors to understand the development of pre-Columbian societies, through an impressive collection of objects. Visitors can walk between shelves containing 30,000 catalogued ancient pottery artifacts. The Museo Larco was one of the first in the world to open its storerooms to the general public.
Visit the erotic art gallery, This major collection of pre-Columbian art offers a fascinatingly unique perspective on ancient Peruvian sexuality. And last but not least, enjoy the gardens and plants that adorn every corner of the Museo Larco and the park outside.
Finally after the tour, return to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Huaca Pucllana, Calle General Borgono Cuadra, 8 Miraflores, Lima 15074 Peru
After pick up from your hotel, we begin our visit into Peru's past by visiting Huaca Pucllana's museum and archaeological site. Be transported to the time of construction of the main structures of Huaca Pucllana and learn the most important aspects of the daily life of Lima society.
Next, continue in the archaeological site itself, find reconstructions of different productive, ritual and funeral activities, as well as a model showing the architectural and natural landscape of the Lima. It also includes a tour of the Native Flora and Fauna Park, where the species that formed the main resources in the pre-Hispanic era are cultivated.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Museo Larco, Avenida Bolivar 1515 Pueblo Libre, Lima Lima 21 Peru
Then, head to The Larco Museum, a private collection that showcases gold and silver works from ancient Peruvian civilizations. Examine Inca ceramic forms, Paracas textiles, and Mochica sculptures.
See the permanent exhibition that takes an in-depth look at the Andean worldview and helps visitors to understand the development of pre-Columbian societies, through an impressive collection of objects. Visitors can walk between shelves containing 30,000 catalogued ancient pottery artifacts. The Museo Larco was one of the first in the world to open its storerooms to the general public.
Visit the erotic art gallery, This major collection of pre-Columbian art offers a fascinatingly unique perspective on ancient Peruvian sexuality. And last but not least, enjoy the gardens and plants that adorn every corner of the Museo Larco and the park outside.
Finally after the tour, return to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
Included
- Hotel pick up and return
- Professional tour guide (English and Spanish)
- Admission tickets
- Minibus tour of modern Lima, visiting the districts of Miraflores and San Isidro
- Walking tour of downtown Lima’s Historical Center, visiting its main streets, plazas and monuments
- Guided visit to the San Francisco Convent and Catacombs
- Guided visit to the National Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
- Permanent assistance
- Entry/Admission - Huaca Pucllana
- Entry/Admission - Museo Larco
Not included
- Tips (Optional)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Features
Tourism
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Cultural
95%
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