is a middle class district which, with regard to the quality of life ranks between Lima´s top districts. In some areas the old colonial-style homes are replaced by high-rise buildings (like ours 
), but in most parts of the district you will still find smaller condominiums or two-story homes - some of them really well maintained and of various bright colors. By that Jesús María still manages to keep a little bit of a suburb flair. But it is a very lively neighborhood, in its heart you will find a comercial zone with all kind of shops, supermarkets and a still functioning local market where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables and as well get a freshly prepared "ceviche" (national fish dish) or other food - all at still normal prices. And if you forget to buy something - no problem - the next "bodega" (small shop) won´t be far away.
), but in most parts of the district you will still find smaller condominiums or two-story homes - some of them really well maintained and of various bright colors. By that Jesús María still manages to keep a little bit of a suburb flair. But it is a very lively neighborhood, in its heart you will find a comercial zone with all kind of shops, supermarkets and a still functioning local market where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables and as well get a freshly prepared "ceviche" (national fish dish) or other food - all at still normal prices. And if you forget to buy something - no problem - the next "bodega" (small shop) won´t be far away. |
| You can get fresh fruits and vegetables on the local market |
Jesús María is very centrally located and well conected to all parts of the city. You will always find buses of all sizes going anywhere in the city within a few blocks (see map for some main bus stops nearby). The central station of the "Metropolitano" (fast bus line, contecting the north of Lima with its south) is within walking distance from our home and various terminals of buscompanies going to the provinces (Cuzco, Arequipa, Thumbes, Mancora ...) are just a very short taxi ride away (assumed that you will need a taxi because of your luggage).
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| Some of Limas more than 400 buslines |
In Jesús María you will also find one of Limas biggest recreaction areas: The Campo de Marte (literally on our doorsteps). The park is a good place for sports, to read a book or just relax. Apart from swimming facilities, tennis courts and a football field it contains two monuments of importance: A war memorial (war between Peru - Equador 1942) and "El ojo que llorar" a monument for the victims of the Fujimori dictate.
Another nice place to relax is the "Parque de la Reserva" with its "Circuito Mágico del Agua" (Magic Water Tour). The entrance fee is only 4 S/. It´s still not very known by tourists and for that more a peruvian family event. But the best time to go is in the night ... definitely a must see!!
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| Don´t miss it !! |
What else is there?
Museums:
- Museo de Historia Natural
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- Museo de Arte Lima (MALI)
- Museo Metropolitano de Lima
- and Museo de Arte Italiano
en el Parque de la Exposición, which also houses other events like the anual "Mistura" (peruvian chefs cooking)
for other museums and sights close by see our "what to see in our neighbouring districts" section, further down the page
Cinema / Theatre:
- Goethe Institut Lima (german films with spanish subtitles)
- Centro Cultural de Espana
- Asociacion Peruano Japonesa
Other:
- Minimundo ( not only for children :-)
- activities ofered by the district administration
and if you would like to know more about the district and its history there are two interesting ofers for you:
- Tours organized by the district administration:
Tour diurnos (day walk)
Tour nocturno (night walk)
- Lima Walks (not only for walks in JM)For shopping facilities, recommended cafes and restaurants see our map.
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in the neighbouring districts you will also find a lot of interesting ofers, museums and a lot more things to do and see. Most of them are just a short busride away - or you can even reach them by feet (if you like a little walk) ... or you can use our bicycles. Worth seeing are in ...
Pueblo Libre:
- Museo nacional de Antropología, Arqueología y Historia
- Museo Rafael Larco Herrera
- Mercado Indio de Pueblo Libre
- Iglesia Santa Maria Magdalena
Pueblo Libre also has some nice bars and restaurants, around the Plaza Bolivar and the streets around. In the Taberna Queirolo you can enjoy some Pisco and traditional plates or buy Pisco directly from the asociated Bodega next door. Another place, popular with the locals - and therefore quiet crowded on weekends - is "El Bolivariano".
Pueblo Libre:
- Museo nacional de Antropología, Arqueología y Historia
- Museo Rafael Larco Herrera
- Mercado Indio de Pueblo Libre
- Iglesia Santa Maria Magdalena
Pueblo Libre also has some nice bars and restaurants, around the Plaza Bolivar and the streets around. In the Taberna Queirolo you can enjoy some Pisco and traditional plates or buy Pisco directly from the asociated Bodega next door. Another place, popular with the locals - and therefore quiet crowded on weekends - is "El Bolivariano".
San Miguel:
- Parque de las Leyendas (Zoo and theme park)
- Festival gastronómico ( every weekend and bank holiday)
- John Lennon Monument and Boulevard Bertolotto
La Victoria:
(for the more adventurous of you
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- Gamarra: Shoping paradise for limeños, far far away from Saga, Ripley ...
- Stadium Alejandro Villanueva home to one of the most popular football clubs in Peru : Alianza Lima (if you are as soccer fan - don´t miss "el Clasico" against the eternal rival la "U")
- Peru´s longest balcony- El reino de las yuquitas (typical snack)
Lima Center:
the historic center is only a short busride away from Jesús María. For more information see our "Lima section".
To be continued ....
soon here you are going to find more information, fotos and a list of our "huariques" / inside-tips :-) of Jesús María.
Until that, enjoy the rest of our blog where you can find some fotos of the rooms, our guests and some maps as well as the posibility to contact us.
