Explore the marriage of art and food by unpacking Lima, Peru. This city is rich with history and praised for its gastronomy, stunning colonial architecture and more. Garner inspiration for your itinerary beyond the trails of Machu Picchu.

“WITH SEVERAL SPOTS ON THE WORLD’S BEST 50 RESTAURANTS LIST, LIMA HAS OVER TIME BECOME PERHAPS THE CULINARY CAPITAL OF SOUTH AMERICA.”

Start unpacking Lima’s food scene with the national dish, ceviche, which pairs cold “cooked” fish with warm ingredients: creamy sweet potato, onion, and boiled corn. Lomo saltado unites acidic and starchy flavors, while other dishes meld robust and delicate tastes. To best experience the rich culinary heritage of Peru, simply sample everything.

“DURING MY VISIT, AC RECRUITED AMAZING LOCAL ARTIST LAURA CUADROS TO GIVE A TOUR OF LIMA’S COOLEST DISTRICT, BARRANCO. A FORMER BEACH TOWN NOW COVERED IN STREET ART, ART GALLERIES AND ECLECTIC SHOPS.”

– Photographer Annie Nguyen

The AC Hotel Lima Miraflores rises above the Pacific palisade in a sculpted, slender tower. This ideally located hotel overlooks the ocean and offers stunning views from guestrooms, the AC Lounge and the rooftop Insumo restaurant. This hotel celebrates the modernity of the growing metropolis, references to indigenous traditions, and incorporates the artistic personality of Miraflores.

Miraflores, arguably Lima’s most fashionable district, has countless options for local enrichment with unique experiences such as Kennedy Park, the Indigenous Market and Larcomar all within five minutes walking distance. With a compact floor plan of just ten rooms per floor, the interior feels like an intimate boutique hotel with artwork from Peruvian artists.

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