Lima is split up into 43 distritos (districts ... This upscale area is one of the safest in the city, and its coastal location provides beach access and the best ocean views along the Malecón.

Taxis are unregulated in Lima, so it's best to have your hotel arrange one for you – especially at night – even though you'll pay a little more to do so. If you do hail a taxi on the street ...