For the kids · Lima, Peru
14 Things to Do in Lima with Kids
Parks, zoos, hands-on museums and rides: the Lima the kids will actually remember.
Kid-oriented places (parks, zoos, theme parks, hands-on museums) ranked by traveler review volume, out of 69 tracked Lima places. Updated monthly.
Huaca Huallamarca
Park & natureHuaca Huallamarca is a truncated pyramid built by the Lima culture between 200 and 700 AD, later used by the Ichma and Inca.
Read our full guide →Malecón de Miraflores
Park & natureThe Malecón de Miraflores is a beautiful 9-kilometer coastal cliffside walkway that offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Read our full guide →Love Park, Lima
Park & natureLove Park, officially Alberto Andrade Carmona Park, is a public park on the Cisneros boardwalk along the Miraflores boardwalk in Lima.
Read our full guide →Parque El Olivar de San Isidro
Park & natureFree entryParque El Olivar de San Isidro is a serene oasis in the heart of Lima's financial district.
Read our full guide →San Cristóbal Hill, Lima
Park & natureSan Cristóbal Hill, part of the Rímac District, is one of the highest natural viewpoints in Lima, rising 400 meters above sea level.
Read our full guide →AdventureRooms
EntertainmentAdventureRooms in Lima offers an exhilarating escape room experience that challenges groups to solve puzzles and unravel mysteries within a themed room.
Read our full guide →La Candelaria
EntertainmentLa Candelaria is a beloved entertainment venue in the bohemian Barranco district of Lima.
Read our full guide →Parque de la Muralla
Park & natureParque de la Muralla is a public park situated along the remnants of Lima's historic city wall, which once protected the colonial capital.
Read our full guide →Andean Travel
Park & natureFree entryAndean Travel is a park and nature area located in Lima, Peru. It provides a green oasis in the bustling city, with walking paths, gardens, and spaces for relaxation.
Read our full guide →Parque Municipal de Barranco
Park & natureFree entryParque Municipal de Barranco is a serene green space nestled in the heart of Lima's most artistic neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Centro Cultural Ricardo Palma
EntertainmentFree entryCentro Cultural Ricardo Palma is a dynamic cultural hub located on bustling Av. Larco in the heart of Miraflores, Lima.
Read our full guide →Team Viajero Peru
Park & natureFree entryTeam Viajero Peru is a park and nature area located in Lima, Peru, providing a tranquil retreat for both locals and visitors.
Read our full guide →Plazuela Chabuca Granda
Park & natureFree entryPlazuela Chabuca Granda is a charming park and nature spot located in the Barranco district of Lima, Peru.
Read our full guide →Municipal Park
Park & natureFree entryMunicipal Park (Parque Municipal) is a modest green space located at the intersection of Avenida Pedro de Osma and Avenida Grau in Lima's bohemian Barranco district.
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How we pick these
We keep only child-appropriate venue types — parks, zoos, hands-on museums, theme parks — then rank them by how many families actually review them well, out of the 69 Lima places we track. Refreshed monthly, with no paid placement.
Good to know
Most picks suit ages 2 to 10; a few also work for older kids and teens.
Popular museums and parks in Lima are calmest right at opening or after 3pm.
Keep one indoor pick in your back pocket in case the forecast turns.
Common questions
Is Lima good to visit with kids?+
Yes. Parks, boat rides and hands-on museums make it easy to break up sightseeing with things children enjoy, and every spot on this list is one families rate highly.
What can you do for free with kids in Lima?+
Plenty of parks and playgrounds cost nothing. See our free things to do in Lima for the full set.
How many days do you need in Lima with children?+
Two to three days is enough to cover the highlights at a relaxed, kid-friendly pace.
Rather have a human do the planning? A Local Friend can build this day for you, at local prices.