Country Guide

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Peru Travel Guide

South America

Lima Capital
PEN Currency
Spanish Language
+51 Calling Code
Right Drives on

Entry Requirements

Visa Overview Visa-free For Many Nationalities For Up To 183 Days.
Passport Validity 6 Months
Digital Forms Customs declaration form
Cash Declaration Limit $10000 Usd
Alcohol/Tobacco Limits 2l Alcohol, 200 Cigarettes

Safety & Security

Safety Rating Medium
Pickpocketing Risk High
Night Safety Caution
Common Scams
  • Pickpocketing
  • Fake tour guides

Health & Medical

Emergency Number 105
Response Speed Slow
English-Speaking Doctors Common
Pharmacy 24h Common
Upfront Payment Required

Getting Around

Public Transport Fair
Ride-sharing Apps Uber, Beat
Navigation Apps Google Maps, Waze
Night Transport Safety Caution

Money & Payments

Cash vs Card Mixed
Mobile Payments Apple Pay,google Pay
ATM Availability Medium
Tipping 10% In Restaurants Is Common.
Estimated Daily Budget (USD)
Backpacker: $40 Tourist: $100 Family: $250

Culture & Etiquette

Dress Code Dress Modestly, Especially In Rural Areas.
Public Affection Frowned Upon
Alcohol/Drug Policy Strict
Topics to Avoid
PoliticsReligion

Essential Phrases

Basics & Politeness
Hello
Hola
Ola
Goodbye
Adiós
Adios
Please
Por favor
Por favor
Thank you
Gracias
Grasias
Sorry
Lo siento
Lo siento
Communication & Understanding
Do you speak English?
¿Hablas inglés?
Ablas ingles?
I don’t understand
No entiendo
No entiendo
Can you speak slowly, please?
¿Puedes hablar despacio, por favor?
Pwe des ablar despasyow, por favor?
Can you help me, please?
¿Puedes ayudarme, por favor?
Pwe des ayu darme, por favor?
What does this mean?
¿Qué significa esto?
Ke significa esto?

Phrase

You Say
Common Responses

Top Attractions

Landmark

Machu Picchu

Ancient Incan city set high in the Andes Mountains.

~3 h ~US$15
Landmark

Sacsayhuamán

Incan fortress with large terraces and stunning views.

~2 h ~US$15
City guide Cusco
Landmark

Plaza Mayor

Historic center of Lima, surrounded by important buildings.

~1 h Free entry
City guide Lima
Landmark

Santa Catalina Monastery

A vibrant monastery with colorful streets and historical significance.

~1.5 h ~US$10
City guide Arequipa

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