Casa de Osambela, Lima

Name: Casa de Osambela
Address: Jr. Conde de Superunda 298, Lima, Peru

#31 among attractions in Lima

Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, History museum, Architecture, More...

Gallery (7)

Map

Gallery

Photo details 1. Wikipedia / CC BY 2.0 / comicpie / URL • 2. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Gatodemichi / URL • 3. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / MiguelAlanCS / URL • 4. Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-SA-3.0 / Manuel González Olaechea / URL • 5. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Pedro Felipe / URL • 6. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0 / Fæ / URL • 7. Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Allison Bellido / URL

Facts and practical information

The Casa de Osambela is a building built during the colonial era of Peru. It stands on the old Novitiate of the Dominican fathers, destroyed by the earthquake of 1746, and part of the garden, facing the Calle de la Veracruz in the historic center of the city of Lima. It is one of the largest mansions in the center of Lima and is notable for its wide façade and excellent quality balconies. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 12°2'38"S, 77°1'57"W

Address

Jr. Conde de Superunda 298Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima Peru

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Lima

Day trips

Casa de Osambela – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Government Palace, Plaza Mayor, Palacio Municipal, Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist.

~1900 ftE
Palace and official presidential residence
Government Palace, Lima
10 min walk • The Government Palace of Peru, also known as the "House of Pizarro," is a grand edifice located in the historic center of Lima. This stately building serves as the official residence and office of the President of Peru, and it stands as a symbol of political power...
~1020 ftSE
Scenic plaza and birthplace of Lima
Plaza Mayor, Lima
5 min walk • The Plaza Mayor, also known as the Plaza de Armas, stands as the historical heart of Lima, Peru. This iconic square is not only a central gathering place but also a testament to the city's colonial past. It is here that Francisco Pizarro founded Lima in 1535, and the...
~720 ftSE
Palace
Palacio Municipal, Lima
4 min walk • The Palacio Municipal, a grandiose palace located in the heart of Lima, Peru, stands as a testament to the city's rich historical and political legacy. This majestic building serves as the headquarters for the Metropolitan Municipality of Lima, functioning as the...
~1430 ftSE
Ornate Catholic church with a museum
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, Lima
7 min walk • Nestled within the historic heart of Lima, Peru, stands the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, a monumental testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. Renowned for its Spanish colonial beauty and religious...
~1330 ftSE
Museum, Palace, Architecture
Archbishop's Palace of Lima, Lima
7 min walk • The Archbishop's Palace of Lima, the capital of Peru, is the residence of the Archbishop of Lima, and the administrative headquarters of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Lima. It is located on the Plaza Mayor of Lima, in the Historic Centre of Lima.
~1790 ftS
Church, Baroque architecture
Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced, Lima
9 min walk • The Minor Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced is a Roman Catholic church located in Lima, Peru. It was designed in the Baroque style known as Churrigueresque. The church was built under the supervision of Friar Miguel de Orenes in 1535.
~1690 ftS
Street
Jirón de la Unión, Lima
9 min walk • The Jirón de la Unión, or Union Street, is a pedestrian street located in the Historic Centre of Lima, part of the capital of Peru.
~1050 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of San Agustín, Lima
6 min walk • The Basilica and Convent of San Agustín is located in the historic centre of Lima, in front of the square of the same name, and a few blocks from the Plaza Mayor of the capital. Its care is, since its foundation, run by the Augustinian friars, and belongs to the Province of Our Lady of Grace of Peru.
~550 ftSE
Museum
Casa de Correos y Telegrafos, Lima
3 min walk • The Casa de Correos y Telegrafos is the central post office of the city of Lima, Peru. The building is located in the Historic center of Lima near the Plaza Mayor. The building was constructed in 1897 in a French architectural style. Additionally, the building houses the National Postal and Philatelic Museum.
~1060 ftSE
Architecture
Balconies of Lima, Lima
6 min walk • The balconies of Lima are items of cultural heritage built during the Viceroyalty of Peru and the Republic of Peru. Most of these balconies are of the Viceroyalty period, built in the late 17th and 18th centuries, are located in the Historic Center of Lima.
~1330 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Teatro Segura, Lima
7 min walk • The Teatro Manuel Ascencio Segura is a theatre and concert hall in Lima, Peru. First built in 1615, it is considered the oldest theatre in Latin America.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Casa de Osambela open?

Casa de Osambela is open:

Monday 9 am - 12:45 pm & 2 pm - 4:45 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 12:45 pm & 2 pm - 4:45 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 12:45 pm & 2 pm - 4:45 pm
Thursday 9 am - 12:45 pm & 2 pm - 4:45 pm
Friday 9 am - 12:45 pm & 2 pm - 4:45 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Casa de Osambela?

Nearby attractions include Museo de los Combatientes de Arica, Lima (2 min walk), Museo Convento de Santo Domingo, Lima (2 min walk), Alameda Chabuca Granda, Lima (3 min walk), Casa de la Gastronomía Peruana, Lima (3 min walk).

How to get to Casa de Osambela by public transport?

The nearest stations to Casa de Osambela:

Bus

Callao • Lines: 301, 302 (6 min walk)
Ica • Lines: 301, 302, 303, 306, 412 (7 min walk)

Train

Los Desamparados (7 min walk)