Municipal Palace

Overview

The Municipal Palace is the official seat of the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima. It is a historic building that showcases beautiful neoclassical architecture and houses important administrative offices.

It is a symbol of Lima's history and a key administrative building in the city.

Historical Architectural

Location

Address

Jirón de la Unión 300, Lima

Neighborhood: Historic Center

Coordinates

-12.027500, -77.028500

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

25 PEN

Children

12 PEN

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

pleasant

• flowers
• festivals

summer

warm

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• cultural events

winter

cool

• holiday decorations

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Peruvian Sol

Typical Costs

entry 20 PEN

parking 10 PEN

food 15 PEN

souvenirs 20 PEN

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Lima Municipal Palace App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Jorge Chávez International Airport

Distance: 20 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

40 PEN 30 min

public_transport

10 PEN 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

2 PEN 10 min

bus

1.50 PEN 15 min

taxi

10 PEN 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hola

thank_you Gracias

where_is ¿Dónde está?

how_much ¿Cuánto es?

beautiful Hermoso

ticket Boleto

Guide Languages: Spanish, English, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #Lima #Peru

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, main hall

prohibited areas offices, restricted zones

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Plaza de Armas

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Square

San Martín Square

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min