Lima Cathedral
Cathedral · Lima ·

Lima Cathedral

Cathedral · Lima ·

Stunning cathedral; history, architecture, Pizarro's tomb, catacombs

woodworking
baroque-style woodwork
colonial past
religious art
library
bones
wheelchair accessible
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Lima Cathedral by Photo by Kenneth Moore/Flickr
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null
Lima Cathedral by null

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Plaza de Armas de Lima, Jirón Carabaya s/n, Lima 15001, Peru Get directions

Restroom
Paid street parking
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Wheelchair accessible seating

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Plaza de Armas de Lima, Jirón Carabaya s/n, Lima 15001, Peru Get directions

+51 964 102 774
catedraldelima.org.pe
@catedraldelima
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@arzolima

Features

•Restroom
•Paid street parking
•Wheelchair accessible entrance
•Wheelchair accessible restroom
•Wheelchair accessible seating

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Jan 30, 2026

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"The Lovely Bones A city tour of Lima isn’t complete without visiting the catacombs of the Monastery of San Francisco . The basement of the working monastery reveals the bones of wealthy Limeños who believed they would be the last to rest in their expensive plots. The tour reveals what actually happened to their remains. Since the catacombs couldn’t expand and affluent Catholics, unfortunately, kept dying, bodies were stacked to decompose down to the bones, and now the larger bones (femurs, forearms, and skulls) are arranged artistically in a circular pattern to make them more aesthetically pleasing to visitors. The site is interesting from both a historical and modern sociological, ethical, and religious standpoint."

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Cathedral of Lima

Thomas G.

Google
After 40+ countries, we've seen a lot of churches, but this one was unique. Beautiful, somber, and a weeeee bit creepy all at the same time. We've visited many churches with crypts, but not like this. A few had a couple with the mother holding a baby. Skeletons laying out where they're within reach. I crawled through one area with my shoulders hitting both sides. The museum portion was very nice. The woodworking is amazing!

Aymen C.

Google
A stunning cathedral full of history and beauty! The Basílica Catedral de Lima is an impressive and beautiful place to visit. The architecture is amazing, with incredible details both inside and outside. You can really feel the history of Peru and its colonial past here. It’s a perfect spot to take photos and learn about Lima’s culture. Truly one of Lima’s most beautiful landmarks !

Geoffrey B.

Google
A must stop when in Lima. It is 30 Sol for foreigners. Beautiful architecture, chapels, catacombs and Fransisco Pizarro's resting place - the founder of Lima. There are some great stories of him told through the mosaics and interpretive signs. Lots of places to explore including the library and catacombs.

Anar G.

Google
I joined a tour here, unfortunately in Spanish, as there was no English option available. Still, this is probably the most beautiful cathedral in Lima, Peru. The design is unique, with intricate baroque-style woodwork, and it’s clear they maintain it better than many other churches and cathedrals in the city.

Frank

Google
Very impressive. Very open, you are allowed to look under (burial site) and behind the scènes (relics, private collection of jewelry, clothes and paintings). Upstairs you van visit the balcony and also the old private library. There is a toilet inside also, but we didnt need to use it.

Serge L

Google
Catedral Basílica de San Juan Apóstol y Evangelista (Lima Cathedral) Plaza Mayor de Lima, Peru I would definitely recommend to visit it to anyone who interested in historical places.

Annie

Google
The Cathedral of Lima is a beautiful and historic place to visit, located right in the heart of the Plaza Mayor. We had the chance to explore it with a local tour guide, which made the experience even more meaningful. We learned so much about Peruvian history, colonial architecture, and the cultural significance of the cathedral itself. The interior is stunning — with ornate altars, religious art, and impressive woodwork. It’s a peaceful and educational stop that’s worth including in any Lima itinerary. Highly recommend taking a guided tour to fully appreciate everything the site has to offer!

Soudamini M.

Google
The Cathedral of Lima is located at the Historic Centre of Lima. It was built in the year 1535, has been damaged by earthquakes, and rebuilt several times over the centuries, the last one was in 1940. It's one of the most important places to visit in Lima. Every part of the Cathedral is very beautiful. It has a museum which displays paintings, sculptures and ornaments. It also has the tomb of Francisco Pizarro, the founder of Lima.