The best months to visit Lima are Dec – Apr. 22–30°C, sunny & warm.
Quick facts
Currency PEN (Sol) 1 USD ≈ 3.75 PEN
Language Spanish Limited English outside Miraflores
Timezone PET (UTC−5) No daylight saving
Best Months Dec – Apr 22–30°C, sunny & warm
Daily Budget ~$35–70 USD S/ 130–260 budget–midrange
Visa Visa-free most 90–183 days for US/EU/UK
When to go
A clifftop city where the world's best ceviche meets ancient pyramids, bohemian bars, and sunsets over the endless Pacific.
Getting Around in Lima
- Metropolitano BRT: S/ 2.50 per ride, connects Barranco–Miraflores–Centro on a fast dedicated busway
- Metro Line 1 serves Villa El Salvador to San Juan de Lurigancho. Limited use for tourists. More lines coming soon
- Uber is cheap, safe, and widely used. S/ 8–15 for most Miraflores–Barranco rides. Always use rideshare at night
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Lima travel guide.
Timezone: PET (UTC−5) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lima?
The best months to visit Lima are Dec – Apr (22–30°C, sunny & warm), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Lima budget breakdown.
