In Lima, the equatorial climate is never cold and it almost never rains, making it a perfect place for kids to play outside in parks and at the beach.
International travelers usually arrive in Lima first and it’s worth spending a few days here, especially if you need to recover from jet lag before going to a higher-altitude destination. Plan the perfect family itinerary with this guide to the best things to do with kids in Lima.
Lima’s parks, plazas and the double coastline make for fantastic outdoor places for kids to play. Up on the bluffs at the edge of the city, the malecón (boardwalk) connects parks with playgrounds, art, and gardens, all with spectacular views down to the beaches below. These are popular with Limeñian families and your kids will likely find plenty of locals to play with.
Ivy-covered cliffs separate the malecón from the beach, with few places to drive down to the sea and even fewer to walk down. One of the best things to do with kids in Lima is a day at the beach. The extensive coastline stretches 20km (12 miles) from La Punta in Callao to Playa Agua Dulce in Chorrillos.
It’s best to take a taxi from your hotel but make sure you know which beach you’re headed to before you set out, because the one-way coastal byways make it difficult to backtrack.
Transportation is difficult in Lima, where traffic jams are infamous and public transit can be chaotic. Plan on taking taxis most places, especially if you have car seats or strollers with you.
Avoid traffic altogether by picking a neighborhood that has enough activities for your kids and finding lodgings within walking distance of the spots you want to see most.
Be aware that pedestrians do not have the right of way in Peru. Do not assume vehicles will stop for you or your family, even if you’re on a marked crosswalk.
Renting apartments from services like Airbnb is common, but consider the advantages of a hotel with a concierge. They can help with transportation and give recommendations for places nearby so you don’t need to get a taxi every time you go out.
Outdoor activities crowd along the coast, both in the string of parks along the bluffs and at the beaches down below. Many museums have exhibits designed for children and outdoor areas for kids to run around.
Miraflores, San Isidro and Barranco are the safest neighborhoods, where you’ll find the best lodgings and most walkable destinations. The beach and center of Lima require taxis, but both are worth dealing with traffic for.
The popular Miraflores stretch of the malecón is 5km (3 miles) long and connects to San Isidro in the north and Barranco in the south. Each neighborhood has its own character with imaginative sculptures, murals, and art that kids can play on and around.
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