Lima has a claim to being the best food city in South America, and it rests on geography and immigration rather than on tradition alone. 20 bookable food tours below — plus the neighbourhoods and dishes the city is built around.
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The guide
Lima has a claim to being the best food city in South America, and it rests on geography and immigration rather than on tradition alone. The Humboldt current brings cold water and enormous quantities of fish to a coast sitting under a desert. Japanese and Chinese labour migration in the 19th and 20th centuries produced Nikkei and Chifa, two hybrid cuisines that are now fully Peruvian. Add three thousand potato varieties from the Andes and a national obsession with chillies, and the result is a city where the ceviche counter at the market and the tasting menu downtown are drawing on the same larder.
Where to focus
Four neighbourhoods to anchor a few days of eating
Miraflores
Clifftop and where most visitors stay. Cevicherias, the Surquillo market a short walk inland, and a good number of the well-known restaurants.
Barranco
The old seaside resort turned bohemian district. Smaller kitchens, bars serving pisco properly, and the best walking of any neighbourhood here.
Centro de Lima
The colonial core. Old criollo restaurants and Chifa houses in the Chinatown around Calle Capón, which is the oldest in the Americas.
Surquillo Market
Two blocks from Miraflores and where the restaurants shop. Fish counters, chilli stalls, and cheap cevicherias upstairs at lunchtime.
What to eat
The dishes the city is known for
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Ceviche
· Raw fish cured in lime with chilli and onion, served with sweet potato and corn. Eaten at lunch because the fish landed that morning. - 02
Lomo saltado
· Beef stir-fried with onion, tomato, and soy over chips and rice. Chinese technique, Peruvian ingredients, and the clearest example of Chifa. - 03
Ají de gallina
· Shredded chicken in a creamy sauce of yellow chilli, bread, and walnuts. Comfort food served over rice and potato. - 04
Anticuchos
· Beef heart marinated in vinegar and chilli, skewered and grilled over coals. Street food from early evening, sold from smoking carts. - 05
Causa
· Chilled layers of yellow potato mashed with lime and chilli, stuffed with chicken or crab. Served cold as a starter. - 06
Pisco sour
· Pisco, lime, sugar, egg white, bitters. Ordered before the food rather than after, and the subject of a long argument with Chile.
Practical notes
Meal timing, tipping, payment
Ceviche is lunch food and traditional cevicherias close by around 17:00 because the morning catch is gone. Dinner runs 20:00 onwards. The famous tasting menus book out one to three months ahead. Tipping is 10 percent. Tap water is not drunk. The coastal fog sits over the city from June to November and the sun barely appears, which surprises people expecting a beach.
All 20 food tours
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#1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!
Luchito's Cooking Class is Lima's MOST REVIEWED Cooking Class. Get ready to discover the amazing flavors of Peruvian cuisine with our cooking classes! Our chefs are passionate about bringing together tradition and innova
2.5h - 02
Lima Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour
Discover one of Lima’s most interesting neighbourhoods – artsy and bohemian Barranco while sampling up to 14 Peruvian flavors (dishes, fruits, drinks). Meet with our local hosts to learn and witness the preparation of t
4h - 03
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Start your culinary adventure in breathtaking city views and the vibrant local vibe. This unique culinary experience offers three great options: beef, chicken, and fish, all carefully selected by our top chefs. The adv
4h - 04
Lima Gourmet Food Tour: Daytime Experience
This is the ultimate food and city tour. It includes exclusive restaurants, trendy districts, top must-see attractions and hands-on activities. Make the most out of Lima in one day. Enjoy 5 stops spread between 3 distric
5h from $145 - 05
The Complete Lima Experience: History, Culture & Flavors
Get the Best of Lima with us! If you have only one day in Lima and want to make the most of it, this is your chance to get to see the highlights of the city! We pick you up and head to Huaca Pucllana, a pyramid built i
7h from $110 - 06
Cook The Most Popular Peruvian Dishes!
Favorite local flavors made by you! Learn how to cook and everything behind two of the most important plates in Peruvian cuisine: Lomo Saltado and Causa Rellena. Learn about their ingredients, process, and history, while
3h from $49 - 07
Lima Food Tour: 9 Peruvian Experiences
This is an anthropological journey beyond the polished, Netflix-style image of Lima’s street food scene. We offer a different perspective from the fine-dining world of renowned restaurants like Central and Maido. We’l
3.5h from $50 - 08
Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks
Taste 12 TOP Peruvian Snacks A unique gastronomic adventure to sample Peru’s top snacks, including exotic fruits and visiting the Best bar to taste Pisco Sour. Rated by TripAdvisor as the Best Market Food Tour and one o
3.5h from $55 - 09
Food & Art: Lima Colors and Flavors Walking Tour
This 4-hour experience will take you to enjoy the best traditional Peruvian dishes from our 3 regions: Coast, Andes, and Amazon. You will get to know the most emblematic local markets while delighting your palate with th
4h from $57 - 10
Authentic 4-dish Peruvian Food Cooking Class in Lima + Pisco Sour
With the guidance of a professional chef you will experience the history of Peruvian cuisine and prepare traditional meals that have helped to place Peru as one of the culinary destinations in the world. This is a fanta
2.5h from $75 - 11
Lima: Food and Historic Center Tour with 12 Tastings
The best experience to mix Limas Gastronomy and Monuments: 1. On the first half, You will navigate the local markets with a local expert. Enjoy 12 of the best peruvian snacks while feeling the true peruvian culture. 2.
4.5h from $75 - 12
Street Food, Market & Old Eateries Tour in Lima's Historic Center
Discover Lima’s vibrant street food, market and old eateries scene on this immersive walking guided tour, where every bite tells a story of Peru’s rich culinary heritage. Wander through bustling streets and hidden local
4h - 13
Peru Culinary Identity: 10+ Tastes with Sherpa Food Tours
Go beyond the tourist plate and decode the "Why" behind the world’s #1 food destination. This isn't just a food tour; it’s a curated journey through Peru’s culinary DNA. Led by an expert Sherpa, we bridge the gap between
3.5h - 14
Lima Gourmet Food Tour: Evening Experience
Lima food tour under the stars, the best of Lima in one evening. From a trendy beachfront cocktail featuring Peru’s flagship Pisco at sunset, to traditional dishes with a gourmet twist alongside pre-Incan ruins at the Hu
5h from $145 - 15
#1 Rated Cooking Classes with Local Market Tour & Pickup
Visit an authentic real-life local market and discover the diversity of Peruvian products! Pick out fresh products and learn the tricks to get a good deal! After visiting the market you will get started with the cooking
1h - 16
Lima Authentic Food Tour of 5 Tastings with Ceviche in Barranco
Embark on our Secret Food Tour: Lima and indulge in a diverse array of authentic Peruvian dishes. Navigate the charming, hidden streets of Lima's historic Barranco district on a gastronomic journey. Experience the rich
3h from $81 - 17
Market Tour, Tasting of 35 Fruits, and 4-Course Peruvian Cooking Class in Lima
Get to know a typical Peruvian market with all its colorful and varied products. After a short transport to our location you will taste more than 35 fruits of the Market, all of them grown in Peru. Have a Pisco Sour and
5h from $125 - 18
Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour
Begin your journey in the vibrant Surquillo Market, where you'll sample exotic fruits and uncover the cultural significance of Peru's essential and unique ingredients. Your expert guide will share fascinating stories as
2.5h from $47 - 19
Trending Flavors: Miraflores Walking Tour Including Food and Drinks Tasting
The meeting point is at “Terrua” coffee shop; the baristas are going to share with us their great passion for Peruvian coffee, this small taste is recommended for everybody. After coffee, there is a 15 minutes walk. Th
4h from $50 - 20
Food History + Local Markets Tour & Fruit Tasting
Live a complete culinary experience with our best Peruvian gastronomy and the most delicious dishes from the coast, andes and jungle! We will visit local markets, non-touristy neighborhoods, colorful streets, and taste s
3.5h from $71
Frequently asked
- How much do food tours in Lima cost?
- Roughly $47–$145 per person, with the median around $75.
- When should I book?
- One to two weeks ahead in peak season; same-day is sometimes possible off-peak but limits choice.