City break in Lima. Active leisure ideas for Lima - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Lima is a beautiful modern city with an abundance of entertainment venues, shops and markets. You should definitely include a visit to the local zoo Parque de las Leyendas in the entertainment program. Its vast territory is divided into three zones, each of which has its unique design. Dangerous predators, exotic species of birds, and friendly animals, which visitors are allowed to feed and take pictures, live in the zoo. Nature lovers will appreciate a large variety of beautiful parks and gardens. Some of them are adapted for sports entertainment, while others are designed exclusively for peaceful and relaxing stay.

The Parque Reserva is suitable for a family holiday. It has a special area for a picnic, as well as many green lawns, where you can play ball. Magic Water Circuit invites to relax and enjoy the natural splendor of the park. It has no equal in its beauty; there is always a wonderful atmosphere of harmony and peace here. In the vicinity there are famous catacombs of San Francisco Monastery. Walking through the ancient monastery catacombs and caves are a favorite pastime of tourists.

Not far from the city center picturesque parks of Pantanos de Villa and Parque de la Imaginacion are situated. Those, who want to be away from the bustle of the city, are recommended to see Nor Yauyos-Cochas Landscape Reserve. Favorite places among indigenous inhabitants and foreigners are local beaches. The most popular is Playa Kon-Tiki that is perfectly equipped for your comfort. Asia beach is close to the popular shopping center, so it is always crowded. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Among the nightlife, Cocodrilo Verde club deserves special attention. Beautifully designed rooms, a huge dance floor and a great entertainment program have made this club the most popular in Lima. The Pena del Carajo club often hosts performances of popular music bands. Jazz fans will like a club called Jazz Zone. Those who want to relax in tranquil atmosphere and enjoy signature cocktails like La Esquina bar. Among the most large-scale and most interesting shopping malls, Union Street and Gamarra point out. There are lots of stand there; you could find products to suit every taste and budget in them.

Ballooning, boating, kayaking, yachting, surfing, diving, fishing - these are some other activities tourists should try out while in the capital of Peru. To enjoy the magnificent views of Lima, the best options would be skydiving and helicopter flights. Experienced climbers can conquer one of the peaks in the vicinity of the city (as part of the group, of course) and beginners would be happy to make their first steps at Base Camp Perú indoor climbing center. Safaris organized by local travel companies enjoy great popularity due to the opportunity to enjoy the picturesque expanses of Lima's surroundings.

A lot of interesting clubs for gamblers can be found in the city. One of these is La Hacienda Casino where guests can enjoy blackjack, slot machines, and roulette. Fiesta Casino is equally attractive for those wishing to try their luck. The choice of games here is extremely wide: blackjack, poker of any kind, roulette, bingo, gaming slots - everyone will find entertainment to their liking. Near the fascinating attraction of the capital - Castillo de Chancay standing right on the seashore - one can find an interesting playground, a mini zoo, as well as a volleyball court. A visit to the castle is a great opportunity to explore the local sights, admire the real works of sculptural art, and just have plenty of fun.

Peru's capital is perfect for a family pastime, offering a lot of interesting places. So, in Rancho Aventura Park, you will find great rides for every taste and age, in Mini Mundo Park, visitors will be delighted with the beautifully detailed “city of attractions” where they can see all the remarkable sights of the country in miniature. La Granja Villa is another wonderful place in the capital of Peru where numerous rides, a terrarium, an aquarium, and a mini zoo are available to visitors. The park itself is beautifully decorated, which is another big plus. Those interested in the underwater world and its fauna should not ignore Acuario Nautilus where they can enjoy a nicely designed aquarium and a variety of marine creatures inhabiting the Pacific Ocean.

Samana Club Chosica is s country club located on the outskirts of Lima that should be checked out at least for the sake of rides, beautiful green landscapes, an outdoor pool, jeep riding or sports grounds. And all this happens in a warm family atmosphere ideal for getting vivid impressions. For connoisseurs of the "noble game", the city has prepared a nice golf club called San Isidro. Excellent arrangement and picturesque natural landscapes - needless to say, the place is definitely worth a visit.

Those wishing to watch some vivid performances are invited to several interesting places. So, wonderful music concerts and sports matches are held at Estadio Nacional del Peru, the city’s best cinema with a comfortable setting is Cineplanet Alcazar, and for colorful theater and dance performances demonstrating the rich local culture, one should head to such clubs as La Candelaria and Brisas del Titicaca. Well, those who dream of spectacular horse shows would be delighted with Hacienda Mamacona. If you'd rather bet on the favorite horse, the best place for that is Hipodromo de Monterrico. However, the graceful animals can also be saddled, if you take Exode Pérou tour.

Some good clubs are designed especially for those hunting for virtual reality experience - these are Virtual X and Mundo VR Realidad Virtual. Want to play bowling with a large group of friends? Go ahead - you are always welcome at Larcomar Club. Another facility suitable for active pastime is Loma Amarilla Skatepark where you can not only try yourself as a skateboarder but also watch professional shows. Perupaintball is a great place to relieve stress and increase trust between friends or family members - just order a paintball match and enjoy the game together. Both beginners and experienced athletes should not pass by Xtreme Park where people have a great time climbing the ropes.

While in Lima, don't miss the opportunity to try out such entertainment as escape quests. The best clubs offering this kind of leisure activity are Trap Lima and Enigmatik where all rooms reflect the local flavor. Many experienced players note the non-triviality of the rooms and plots. However, newcomers enjoy the centers as well. Want to learn how to cook authentic Peruvian food? it's worthwhile to mention such culinary art schools as SkyKitchen and Peruwayna - both ensure an amazing experience. For those who cannot imagine their vacation without a spa, a pleasant surprise would be the city's several great complexes of this kind. The best and most recommended ones are Peru Wellbeing and Heavenly Spa.