Casa Aliaga, Lima

Name: Casa Aliaga
Address: Jirón de la Unión 224, Lima, Peru

#131 among attractions in Lima

Museum

Gallery (1)

Map

Map

Facts and practical information

The Casa de Aliaga is a colonial style building located in the historic center of Lima. The building would have been built over a huaca. The building dates from May 1536 at the beginning of the foundation of the city. It belonged to Don Jeronimo de Aliaga y Ramirez. It was destroyed by the Lima Earthquake of 1746 and rebuilt by Juan José Aliaga y Sotomayor. In the 19th century a series of works were carried out.

The original construction was made of quincha and adobe. The architecture is of eclectic style due to several changes made since its construction. The present styles are renaissance, mannerist, baroque or neoclassical. It has 18 rooms and real estate of the time.

The current owner is Gonzalo Jorge de Aliaga Ascenzo, VIII Count of San Juan de Lurigancho.

Coordinates: 12°2'39"S, 77°1'49"W

Address

Jirón de la Unión 224Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima Peru

Contact

Website

Social media

Add

Lima

Day trips

Casa Aliaga – 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.

~1110 ftE
Palace and official presidential residence
Government Palace, Lima
6 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...
~670 ftS
Scenic plaza and birthplace of Lima
Plaza Mayor, Lima
4 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...
~490 ftSW
Palace
Palacio Municipal, Lima
3 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...
~940 ftS
Ornate Catholic church with a museum
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, Lima
5 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...
~1220 ftE
Baroque Catholic church with catacombs
Monastery of San Francisco, Lima
6 min walk • The Monastery of San Francisco is a historic and architectural treasure nestled in the heart of Lima, Peru. This colonial-era church and convent, dating back to the late 16th century, is renowned for its stunning baroque style and intricate catacombs that lie beneath...
~1630 ftS
Government building in a historic palace
Palacio de Torre Tagle, Lima
8 min walk • The Palacio de Torre Tagle is a building built during the colonial era of Peru that currently serves as the main headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru.
~790 ftW
Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, History museum
Casa de Osambela, Lima
4 min walk • 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.
~770 ftS
Museum, Palace, Architecture
Archbishop's Palace of Lima, Lima
4 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.
~1840 ftSW
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.
~1850 ftSW
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.
~1500 ftSW
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of San Agustín, Lima
8 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Casa Aliaga?

Nearby attractions include Casa de Correos y Telegrafos, Lima (2 min walk), Puente de Piedra, Lima (2 min walk), Balconies of Lima, Lima (3 min walk), Casa de la Gastronomía Peruana, Lima (3 min walk).

How to get to Casa Aliaga by public transport?

The nearest stations to Casa Aliaga:

Train

Los Desamparados (3 min walk)

Bus

Ancash • Lines: 404, 405, 409 (9 min walk)
Z-Buss (9 min walk)