Free walking tour Miraflores: Living history by the sea

We will meet directly in the surroundings of Falabella Miraflores. Our guide or partner will be waiting for you holding a clearly visible green flag to start the walking tour punctually.

We recommend reviewing the details regarding schedules and suggested clothing in advance to avoid any inconvenience before starting the walk.

We will stop in front of this research center specialized in the history of Peruvian aviation and astronautics. During the tour, you will learn about the scientific and technological milestones that marked the country’s aerospace development, from the pioneers of civil aviation to contemporary contributions in space sciences.

From the thought and work of one of the great Peruvian intellectuals of the 20th century, to the creativity and color of Miraflores artisan markets, where ancestral wisdom and knowledge are expressed in multiple forms.

Ayacucho retablos, Pucará toritos, Chulucanas ceramics, Cusco religious imagery, fine alpaca wool textiles, Andean landscape paintings, among other examples of folk art, will reveal to you the cultural richness of Peru, a country of creators.

Take advantage of the tour to purchase more than one souvenir of your visit to our country. By doing so, you not only help preserve traditional craftsmanship, but you also boost the economy of small producers.

On this tour, you will make a brief and free stop at ChocoMuseo, where you will discover the history of Peruvian cacao, from its cultivation to its transformation into handcrafted chocolate. Additionally, your guide will tell you about the uniqueness of Peruvian chocolate, which mainly lies in the climatic diversity that produces beans with fruity, floral, nutty, and caramel notes.

With a touch of laughter and smiles, you will discover the old circus “La Tarumba.” Founded in 1984 by the enthusiastic Fernando Zevallos together with his group of young artists with one purpose: to bring joy to the hearts of Peruvians, and not only that, but Zevallos and his team were motivated to promote art, theater, and circus as tools aimed at social development and building a better Peru.

Raúl Porras Barrenechea was an illustrious Miraflores resident who left his mark through his intellectual work and contributions to the understanding of national history.

Born in Pisco, Raúl Porras Barrenechea (1897–1960) excelled in the academic field as a historian, professor, and researcher. In politics, he served as Minister of Foreign Affairs and President of the Senate of the Republic.

Today, the historic mansion that witnessed the untiring work of the author of Fuentes históricas peruanas—his most important book—is the headquarters of the Instituto Raúl Porras Barrenechea of the Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos.

Before becoming a cosmopolitan district, Miraflores was a place for rest and relaxation. For that reason, in the 19th century, there were so-called ranchos or country and summer houses.

In one of those ranchos, Ricardo Palma (1833–1919), author of Tradiciones Peruanas—satirical chronicles describing the customs and traditions of our society—spent the last years of his life.

Dubbed the “beggar librarian,” Palma took charge of reactivating the National Library of Peru, which had been ransacked by the Chileans who occupied Lima (1881–1883) during the War of the Pacific.

Currently, Palma’s house is a museum honoring the memory of the beloved writer. If you want to learn more about his life and work, visit it at the end of the free tour.

Head straight to the heart of the district to enjoy one of Miraflores’s green lungs, where tranquility blends with culture and even gastronomy, creating a space for meeting, relaxation, and entertainment amid the urban hustle and bustle.

Located within the 22,000 square meters of Parque Central—which also includes Parque 7 de Junio—a bust of John F. Kennedy, the U.S. president who was assassinated in 1963 in Dallas, was placed at this site in 2023.

At Parque Kennedy, visitors enjoy interacting with the cats that inhabit this green space, visit the Parroquia Virgen Milagrosa, and participate in various cultural activities. They also sample the delights of street food.

Located in front of Parque Kennedy, we will admire the Neo-Gothic architecture of the Parroquia La Virgen Milagrosa, designed by Polish architect Ricardo de Jaxa Malachowski and inaugurated in the mid-20th century.

The church stands out for its fine interior stained-glass windows representing biblical passages and for being the main liturgical center of the Miraflores district.

We will walk along this iconic pedestrian alleyway, historically popular as the “Calle de las Pizzas” due to its Italian culinary offerings during the 20th century.

Following recent urban renewal efforts, the alleyway has redesigned its commercial and gastronomic offerings, transforming into a modern tourist corridor for leisure and local and international gastronomy.

Erected atop the cliffs of the Miraflores boardwalk, Parque del Amor is an emblematic corner dedicated to romance and the scenic beauty of the capital. Inaugurated on Valentine’s Day, this picturesque space stands out for its undulating walls covered in Gaudi-style mosaics featuring verses by Peruvian poets, framing the imposing sculpture “El Beso,” created by the renowned artist Víctor Delfín.

Its privileged position offers an unrivaled panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and the Costa Verde bay. It is the mandatory stop on the route to relax, enjoy the maritime landscape, and contemplate one of the most impressive sunsets in Lima.

The free tour ends in the surroundings of Parque del Amor, Miraflores. A safe and welcoming place where we are sure you will want to stay a while longer to contemplate the beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean in the company of the park’s romantic essence.