Larco Museum Evening Tour with Dinner
From$207
3 hours
Lima, Peru
About this activity
Experience Lima's rich history and cuisine with a guided tour of the Larco Museum, followed by a traditional Peruvian dinner in a historic setting.
Highlights
- Explore ancient Peruvian artifacts
- Enjoy a gourmet dinner in a historic setting
- Learn about pre-Columbian cultures
- Experience Lima's vibrant culinary scene
- Discover the Larco Museum's extensive collection
Full description
Immerse yourself in Peru's rich cultural heritage with an evening at the Larco Museum. Begin with a guided tour through the museum's extensive collection of pre-Columbian artifacts, offering insights into ancient civilizations. After the tour, indulge in a traditional Peruvian dinner at the museum's renowned restaurant, set within a beautifully restored colonial mansion. This experience combines history, art, and gastronomy, providing a memorable evening in Lima. Round-trip transportation from your hotel ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of the Larco Museum
- Traditional Peruvian dinner at the museum's restaurant
- Round-trip transportation from your hotel
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
1
After hotel pick up in Lima, travel to the site of the Larco Museum, to visit it with a knowledgeable local guide. Enter the museum, located in a mansion dated from the eighteenth century built on top of a pyramid from the seventh century, and begin your enriching exploration of the exhibitions. The amazing variety of pre-Columbian pieces are really impressive: you will see over 50,000 ancient Peruvian pots; admire glittering jewelry and intricate masks; marvel at the accurate detail of Moche (A.D. 100 – 800) portrait vessels, ceramic sculptures resembling human faces; and discover ceramics created by ancient Inca, Nazca and Chancay cultures. The Larco Museum was inaugurated by the renowned Peruvian archaeologist Rafael Larco Hoyle in 1926. This place has different galleries with permanent exhibitions, as well as a gold and silver gallery, and also, one in particular with erotic ceramics.
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
2
After gaining heightened historical insight, take a seat in the elegant dining room to begin your culinary experience. Enjoy the ambient atmospheric and beautifully sculpted gardens as you sip a freshly mixed pisco sour and converse with your companion. Pleasure your palate with regional specialties. After dinner, you will be driven back to your Lima hotel.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm your booking at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.
- Inform the provider of any dietary restrictions or preferences ahead of time.
- Check the museum's operating hours to plan your visit accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the museum tour.
- Bring a camera to capture the museum's artifacts and dinner setting.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for hotel check-in and tour registration.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please Note: The Larco Museum’s Collection includes a gallery of Erotic Art and ceramic figures; Please be aware that this may be unsuitable for young travelers due to the explicit sexual content.
- Taking pictures without flash is allowed
- Cannot use tripods or selfie sticks
- You should bring comfortable shoes and clothes, camera, spending cash for personal expenses.
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 people
Additional information
Please Note: The Larco Museum’s Collection includes a gallery of Erotic Art and ceramic figures; Please be aware that this may be unsuitable for young travelers due to the explicit sexual content.
Taking pictures without flash is allowed
Cannot use tripods or selfie sticks
You should bring comfortable shoes and clothes, camera, spending cash for personal expenses.
This activity requires a minimum of 2 people