Casa de Aliaga
A colonial mansion on land granted by Pizarro himself, lived in by the same family for nearly 500 years and considered one of the oldest private homes in the Americas.
The mansion was built in 1535 on the foundations of an Inca shrine and is still owned by descendants of the Aliaga family. Its interiors preserve 16th- to 18th-century furniture, carved wooden ceilings, a Moorish-style courtyard and family portraits, offering a complete picture of colonial noble life. Visits are only possible by pre-booked guided tour, through the official website or a travel agency. Admission is about 30–50 soles (check official sources). It stands beside Plaza de Armas, near the Central Post Office.
Opening hours
Reservation required; approx. 09:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- Historic Centre / Plaza Mayor
- Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo
- Cathedral of Lima
- San Francisco Monastery & Catacombs
- Barrio Chino & Mercado Central
- Plaza San Martín & Jirón de la Unión
- Cerro San Cristóbal
- Museo de Arte de Lima (MALI)