Lima Anniversary

Live an unforgettable experience at Lima’s Anniversary, one of the most emblematic celebrations in the Peruvian capital. Every January 18, the foundation of Lima in 1535 by Francisco Pizarro is commemorated, a date when the city — known as The City of Kings — comes alive with cultural, artistic, and historical programming that brings together both locals and visitors alike. 

If you are planning to travel to Lima for this date, take advantage of a 20% saving on your bus tickets by using the code REDVIAJEROS (Terms & Conditions apply) and get ready to enjoy Lima’s anniversary full of excitement, culture, and celebrations that reflect the identity of Peru’s capital.

• Perubus
• ITTSABUS
• America Express
• Linea
• Allinbus
• Wari Palomino
• Transporte Via
• Turismo Cautivo
• Transporte Julio Cesar
• Jaksa

Traveling in Peru during Lima’s anniversary lets you:

• Experience unique historical and cultural traditions
  
  

• Enjoy shows, concerts, and street art
  
  

• Taste traditional local cuisine
  
  

• Live the festive atmosphere that unites both residents and tourists

This year, Lima turns 491 years old since Francisco Pizarro established it in 1535, and the Peruvian capital offers an agenda of traditions, culture, history, and flavor worth experiencing in person. 

• Cultural and Artistic Celebrations

Festivities for Lima’s anniversary mix tradition with contemporary expression. The city fills with live music, folk dances, and artistic performances showcasing the cultural diversity of Peru — from criollo rhythms to Andean and Amazonian dance — taking over the streets and main squares.

• Grand Serenade and Concerts

In Plaza Mayor and other stages in the historic center, local artists perform criollo music, waltzes, polkas, and even modern fusions. These shows often start the afternoon before the anniversary and continue until midnight with fireworks and popular celebrations that energize both Limeños and visitors alike.

• History and City Tours

For history-loving travelers, the anniversary is a perfect opportunity to take guided tours of the Historic Center: visit the Cathedral, the Government Palace, the Paseo de los Héroes Navales, and other iconic monuments that tell Lima’s story from its foundation to today. 

• Mass and Official Ceremonies

On the morning of January 18, ceremonial events such as mass and Te Deum at the Cathedral of Lima take place, a solemn moment that brings together local authorities and members of society to pay homage to Peru’s capital on its special day.

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