Solo Female Travel in Lima

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I really fell in love with Lima, which I didn't expect, because I heared a lot of mixed stories from other travellers. You need to know which areas are safe, but especially in Barranco and Miraflores I felt super safe! A lot of cute restaurants and cafés, I'll definitely come back to stay here longer!

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I spent a few days alone in Lima in January of this year. I really had a good time (I stayed in Miraflores) and didn't have any problems. I took a great walking tour, ate incredible food, and everyone was very kind. I recommend adhering to usual safety rules and not walking alone after dusk.

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Worked remote from Lima for 2 months and loved it. Friendly culture, lots to do, affordable, easy to get around. Felt safe as a female solo traveller The food is incredible! It’s easy to eat and live healthily in Peru. Lots of activities

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Personally, I was not a fan of Lima. The traffic was a nightmare and I spent ages moving from one place to another (I used Uber). The old town had some amazing buildings and it was worth spending a day there. I stayed in Miraflores. I felt safe walking around there, but I was cautious in the evening.

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Safety: I was alone at night in Miraflores, Barranco, and downtown. I didn't have any problems. Recommendations: This is a huge city with good and bad sides. Always have cash on you. Many smaller places don't accept cards. Learn a few basic words in Spanish. Taxi drivers will try to take advantage of you. The airport is not in a very nice area.

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You will most likely come to Lima, it's a nice stop for good cuisine and it's worth staying there for a day or two. I stayed in Barranco and I really liked this area. If you want to go to Cusco, give yourself enough time to acclimate.

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Safety: Lima is completely safe. Recommendations: Kennedy Park is fun - vendors appear there in the evenings. Wonderful outdoor shopping center near the beach, with fantastic restaurants overlooking the ocean. There is a promenade near the Marriott and there is an ice cream shop with the best ice cream in the world.

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I loved Lima, I stayed there for the first time for several weeks because it was May and the weather was fantastic. Sunny, blue skies, and warm. Lima is known for being very gray... there aren't many days with a blue sky. I chose the Barranco district as my base. A wonderful bohemian (although in some parts exclusive) place by the ocean, full of cafes, bars, theaters, restaurants, art galleries, live concerts, etc. It's easy to catch an express bus to the city, downtown and old parts of Lima. Next to Barranco is Miraflores, a place definitely more touristic and attracts many foreigners. It has a shopping center on the cliffs overlooking the ocean, many shops, and restaurants.

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Safety: I always felt very safe in Lima, but I did not walk there after dark. Recommendations: Finish the free walk. If you don't have plans for the evening, you should try going to "Parque de las Aguas" to watch a water show - it is really impressive.

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The main international airport in Peru is in Lima and you're most likely to arrive in Peru through this airport, so it's worth spending a few nights in Lima to visit the colonial downtown (Centro de Lima), the gold museum, and the bohemian district of Barranco. The culinary options in Lima are incredible, so it's worth spending some time on that.

As long as you stay in Miraflores or Barranco, you will be safe, especially on weekends, even if you walk at night. There are a lot of people there because it's the place where all bars/clubs are and there are many tourists. Just don't bring your cell phone with you if you're very close to the street and you hear a motorcycle approaching, because sometimes someone might come up and take your phone.

I come from Lima and I can say that the city is ugly. Miraflores is safe, as there are many companies, police officers, and tourists there. However, you must be aware of your surroundings, as thieves from other districts come down to Miraflores and other well-off districts to steal because they know that wealthy people live there and tourists stroll around (be cautious like in any big city, such as Barcelona or Paris, where crime can also be high). I would recommend knowing prices in advance, as when they discover that you're a foreigner, prices rise, like for example in taxis or at some markets.