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Cathedral of Lima

📍 Cathedral of Lima, Plaza de Armas, Lima, Peru

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Introduction

The Cathedral of Lima rises on the main square of Peru's capital, founded in 1535 as one of the most important religious buildings of the Andes during the Spanish colonial era. Rebuilt after earthquakes, it blends Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical elements, and shelters the remains of the conquistador Francisco Pizarro. Inside, an intricately carved wooden pulpit, a silver-adorned altar and a quiet cloister speak of more than four centuries of faith and power in the viceregal capital, and the church forms part of Lima's UNESCO World Heritage historic centre.

✨ Highlights

Colonial core

The Cathedral of Lima rises on the main square of Peru's capital.

Baroque façade

Rebuilt after earthquakes, it blends Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical elements.

Pizarro's tomb

To go deeper, Pizarro's tomb is the perfect entry point.

City of Kings

City of Kings adds a different flavour to Cathedral of Lima.

🛈 Practical Info

→Admission：~15 PEN (reference).

→Hours：~9:00–18:00 (reference).

→Duration：About 1 hour.

→Getting there：Walk old town.

→Tip：Pair the square.

→Note：Quiet in service.

💡 Tips

• Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.

• Opening ~9:00–18:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.

• Getting there: Lima old town; pair with nearby sights.

• If time allows, pair Cathedral of Lima with nearby sights in one day.

FAQ

Any practical tips for visiting Cathedral of Lima?

Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening ~9:00–18:00 (reference; subject to official notice); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.

Information on this page is compiled from public sources. Opening hours, ticket prices and other details may change — please verify with official sources before your visit.