5 Cemeteries in Lima That You Shouldn't Miss

July 27, 2021 Ying Subia

Lima, founded by Francisco Pizarro in 1535, is a fascinating city and a treasure trove of history. Explore ancient Incan archeological sites, or stroll through the elegant cathedrals and opulent palaces dating from Spanish colonial times. Downtown Lima is crowded, but you'll enjoy exploring the city's neighborhoods—especially the beachfront areas, which have great shopping and dining and fabulous hotels.
Restaurants in Lima

1. Presbitero Maestro

Jr. Ancash 1611, Cuadra 17 District - Barrios Altos, Lima Peru http://www.sblm.gob.pe/index.php
Excellent
55%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 141 reviews

Presbitero Maestro

Also called "Noches de Luna Llena", this is the oldest cemetery in South America and night tours are offered through Turibus and a few other agencies. It is operated by SBLM and is a top tourist attraction in Lima.

2. Puruchuco

Lima Peru
Excellent
28%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
28%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 18 reviews

Puruchuco

Located right outside of downtown Lima, this archaeological site has unearthed thousands of Inca mummies and artifacts.

3. Cementerio de Nueva Esperanza

San Pedro SN, Lima Peru https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cementerio-Nueva-Esperanza-V%C3%ADa-Maria-Del-Triunfo/354774481322549
Excellent
13%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 8 reviews

Cementerio de Nueva Esperanza

4. Cementerio Presbitero Matias Maestro

Cementerio Presbitero Matias Maestro, Lima Peru +51 1 3280241 http://www.reservacionesperu.net
Excellent
25%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
8%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 24 reviews

Cementerio Presbitero Matias Maestro

5. Cimitero di Villa Maria del Triunfo

Villa Maria del Triunfo Quartiere a sud di Lima, Lima Peru
Excellent
0%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
50%
Poor
50%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 2 reviews

Cimitero di Villa Maria del Triunfo

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