The beachfront district of Miraflores is one of the most popular traveling destinations in Lima. There is a lot to do here. For shopping, you can visit the Larcomar shopping mall or the Artisan markets.

One of Lima’s best wave breaks is the Punta Roquitas where you can surf all day. For beginners, Playa Waikiki is the best place. For the thrill-seeker, take a paraglide over the cliffside and have a breathtaking birds-eye view of the Pacific Ocean and the city beneath. Miraflores has some of the world’s best restaurants. The Restaurante Central and Maido are among the top 10 in the world offering traditional Peruvian dishes in creative ways. They are pricey but worth it. For mid-prices Miraflores has many restaurants that give world-class meals.

Visit the ancient pre-Incan ruins at Huaca Pucllana. These are adobe and clay pyramids built around 500 CE by the members of the Lima culture. For a scenic stroll, walk the boardwalk. The 10km walk, especially in the evening gives you stunning views of the Miraflores on one side and the ocean and sunset on the other. Most of the places to visit are a walking distance from the city center. Buses are also available and rental bikes in plenty.

Fitness near Miraflores

Most of the gyms near Miraflores are located near the coastline and also near the major road avenues in the district. This gives tourists an easy time to get to the gyms when they are staying within the district. One fitness facility in Miraflores to check out is the Bodytech Miraflores which apart from being near the major roads and places like the Indian market and Parque John F. Kennedy, it has the very best of trainers and equipment.