About Government Palace (House of Pizarro)

This is the official residence and office of Peru's President. It is on the banks of the Rimac River that is Lima's principal waterway. During the time of the Incas, the site had a strategic and spiritual meaning and the last Inca chief in Lima lived here. Pizarro, the conqueror of the Incas liked the site so much that he kept it for the first Spanish palace construction which began in 1535. After that, the Government Palace has been rebuilt many times. The present mansion was constructed in the 1930s. The Palace lies on the north side of  Lima's central square. On the other three sides of the square you will find, the Cathedral of Lima and the adjoining Archbishop's Palace, which were originally built during the 1600s; the Municipal Palace (City Hall); and private office buildings.

Must See

  • Change of guards
  • Magnificent entrance hall
  • Beautiful lounges
  • Historical treasures

How to reach

The palace lies in Lima's central square.

Tips

  • Access to visitors is restricted.
  • You can see the change of guards at noon.
  • Behind the palace is Lima's old train station, which was restored by the government in 2009 and turned into a reading room of Peruvian works, is worth a look.
  • Carry your ID card or passport.
  • Photography may not be allowed in certain areas so ask the tour guides.
  • Strollers need to be checked in at the entrance.
  • Credit cards are accepted.
  • Outside eatables are not allowed.

Visit Time

Restricted Access, but with a prior appointment you can see the palace in select timings.

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Waiting Time

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Entrance Fee

No

 

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Time you can spend

1 to 2 hours

 

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Weather

Broken Clouds 19.12°C

 

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