Municipal Theater, Lima

#66 among attractions in Lima

Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema

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Facts and practical information

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. ()

Local name: Teatro Municipal de Lima Coordinates: 12°2'47"S, 77°2'6"W

Address

Jr. Ica 377Lima Central (Cercado de Lima)Lima 1 Peru

Contact

632-1300

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Municipal Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~1610 ftE
Scenic plaza and birthplace of Lima
Plaza Mayor, Lima
8 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...
~1480 ftE
Palace
Palacio Municipal, Lima
8 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...
~1930 ftE
Ornate Catholic church with a museum
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Apostle and Evangelist, Lima
10 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...
~1940 ftS
Urban square with monument and green space
Plaza San Martín, Lima
10 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.
~1300 ftNE
Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, History museum
Casa de Osambela, Lima
7 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.
~1960 ftE
Museum, Palace, Architecture
Archbishop's Palace of Lima, Lima
10 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.
~1300 ftSE
Church, Baroque architecture
Basilica and Convent of Nuestra Señora de la Merced, Lima
7 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.
~1050 ftSE
Street
Jirón de la Unión, Lima
6 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.
~470 ftE
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of San Agustín, Lima
3 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.
~1590 ftNE
Museum
Casa de Correos y Telegrafos, Lima
8 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.
0.4 miS
12°3'8"S • 77°2'9"W
Museo Andres del Castillo, Lima
11 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Municipal Theater?

Nearby attractions include Teatro Segura, Lima (2 min walk), Church of San Agustín, Lima (3 min walk), Museo de Arte y Tradiciones Populares, Lima (4 min walk), Iglesia Las Nazarenas, Lima (5 min walk).

How to get to Municipal Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Municipal Theater:

Bus

Huancavelica • Lines: 303, 306 (4 min walk)
Ica • Lines: 301, 302, 303, 306, 412 (4 min walk)

Train

Los Desamparados (12 min walk)