Plaza Dos de Mayo, Lima

Name: Plaza Dos de Mayo
Address: Lima, Peru

#52 among attractions in Lima

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The May 2nd Square is a square located in the historic center of Lima. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 12°2'47"S, 77°2'34"W

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Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima Peru

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Plaza Dos de Mayo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Plaza Mayor, Palacio Municipal, Plaza San Martín, Casa de Osambela.

0.8 miE
Scenic plaza and birthplace of Lima
Plaza Mayor, Lima
22 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...
0.8 miE
Palace
Palacio Municipal, Lima
21 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...
0.7 miSE
Urban square with monument and green space
Plaza San Martín, Lima
17 min walk • Plaza San Martín stands proudly in the heart of Lima, Peru, as a testament to the country's rich history and vibrant culture. This bustling square is not only a central hub for social gatherings and public events but also a monument to Peru's quest for independence.
0.7 miE
Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, History museum
Casa de Osambela, Lima
19 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.
0.7 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced, Lima
19 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.
0.7 miE
Street
Jirón de la Unión, Lima
18 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.
0.6 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of San Agustín, Lima
16 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.
0.8 miE
Museum
Casa de Correos y Telegrafos, Lima
21 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.
0.6 miSE
12°3'8"S • 77°2'9"W
Museo Andres del Castillo, Lima
16 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
0.6 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Teatro Segura, Lima
15 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.
0.5 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Municipal Theater, Lima
14 min walk • The Teatro Municipal de Lima is a theatre and concert hall in Lima, Peru. It is home to the National Symphony Orchestra of Peru. The building was inaugurated in 1920 as the Teatro Forero. It was later bought by the Municipalidad Metropolitana de Lima in 1929 and renamed Teatro Municipal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Plaza Dos de Mayo?

Nearby attractions include Museo de la Cultura Peruana, Lima (3 min walk), Historic Centre of Lima, Lima (9 min walk), Museo Señor de los Milagros, Lima (10 min walk), Iglesia Las Nazarenas, Lima (10 min walk).

How to get to Plaza Dos de Mayo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Plaza Dos de Mayo:

Bus

Estación 2 de Mayo (2 min walk)
Ramón Castilla (6 min walk)

Train

Los Desamparados (25 min walk)