FROM COFFEE TO CEVICHE
La Mar Food Walk
FROM COFFEE TO CEVICHE
La Mar Food Walk
La Mar Avenue isn’t just a street — it’s where Lima’s culinary boom began.
Once home to mechanic shops and garages, La Mar transformed when renowned chef Gaston Acurio opened his first cevichería here, igniting a food revolution that put Peruvian cuisine on the world map.
Today, it’s a vibrant street filled with artisan cafés, bustling markets, legendary seafood spots, and local taverns — and we’re taking you straight to the heart of it.
We start the morning with a specialty coffee tasting at a local café, sampling beans from Peru’s top coffee regions. Get ready to taste bold, complex flavors and learn how coffee culture is evolving here.
Next, we visit the Mendiburu Market, a neighborhood gem where we’ll explore colorful stalls packed with exotic fruits, vegetables, and local ingredients. Of course, we’ll taste a curated selection of tropical and Andean fruits — many of which you won’t find outside Peru.
Then it’s ceviche time! We head to La Preferida, a beloved local tavern, for a hands-on ceviche tasting experience paired with a surprise pisco tasting — featuring rare and artisanal piscos you won’t find on a typical menu.
We finish sweetly at a classic Lima-style tavern, where a dessert platter of Peruvian favorites (think suspiro limeño, mazamorra morada, and more) closes the journey with a sugar-kissed smile.
100% personalized
Carbon Neutral
Non-Tourist Places
Taste Peruvian Food
Vegetarian Options
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- Please note that items above are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Offerings may vary by day or season, but you are sure to enjoy the delightful array of local flavors.
3 Hours (from 9:00 a.m to 8:00 p.m everyday)
Recommended time: Morning or early afternoon
Format: Walking tour
Languages: English, Spanish, Czech, Japanese
Includes: Coffee and pisco tasting, market visit, ceviche experience, desserts
From $59 per person
*price varies according to the number of people
Meet Your Local Lima Tour Guides
Our team includes local experts that speak different languages
Ximena
The Spiritual guide
Languages: Spanish and English.
Rooted in Peru’s jungle and fueled by a holistic vision, Ximena combines history, dance, and deep cultural insight in every tour. With 11 years of experience and a past in law and marketing, she’s uniquely equipped to guide both your curiosity and your soul.
She’ll sing, dance, and share Peru’s stories like no one else.
Perfect for those seeking something more than a tour — a true journey of the heart.
Nathaly
The Professor
Languages: Spanish and English.
Teacher by trade, traveler by heart — Nathaly blends education and sweetness like no one else. With 8 years of experience teaching Peru’s heritage and a passion for pastry, she brings depth and delight to every interaction.
Fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian, she connects easily with travelers from around the world. Choose Nathaly if you’re hungry for knowledge… and maybe dessert too!
Ruddy
The Connector
Languages: Spanish and English.
More than just a guide, Ruddy is your passport to heartfelt Peruvian adventures. With a deep love for his country and a gift for connecting with people, every tour feels personal, fun, and unforgettable.
He’s not here to just show you the sites — he’s here to make sure you feel Peru.
If you want stories, soul, and a genuine cultural connection, Ruddy is the guide for you.
Marco
The Explorer
Languages: Spanish and English.
A true adventurer with 20+ years of guiding across Peru and South America, Marco brings ancient history, geography, and biodiversity to life. He’s a proud Cusqueño who turns every tour into a time-traveling, flavor-packed journey.
His deep knowledge meets your curiosity right in the middle — with some great Peruvian cuisine along the way.
Ideal for travelers who love learning and want more than just the basics.
Sandra
The Local Insider
Languages: Spanish and English.
Lima is Sandra’s stage, and she’s your front-row ticket! With over two decades of experience and a foodie’s heart, Sandra creates playful, personalized tours full of local flavor — literally.
She’ll take you off the tourist track and into the soul of the city, where history, culture, and cuisine meet.
If you want to live Lima like a local and eat like a king, Sandra is your go-to guide.
Alfredo
The Traffic Tamer
Languages: Spanish and English.
A Lima native with over 14 years of experience, Alfredo knows every backstreet and shortcut in the city — literally! From the coast to the highlands, and even Bolivia, he’s led tours all over and knows how to craft journeys that fit your needs.
He even brings objects to his tours to make ancient history real and hands-on.
If you want a smooth, custom-made experience (and someone who can actually beat Lima’s traffic), Alfredo is your man.
Martha
The Travel Actress
Languages: Spanish and English.
With 18 years of guiding and a flair for the dramatic, Martha is part tour guide, part storyteller, and 100% captivating. Her background in theater makes history come alive, and her warm energy turns every tour into a meaningful connection. She’s a proud mom, a young grandma, and a passionate culture-lover ready to take you on a journey of emotion and discovery.
If you want a tour that feels like a performance you’ll never forget — Martha is your star.
