Convento de San Francisco
A honey-coloured Baroque monastery famous for its eerie underground catacombs.
Don't miss at Convento de San Francisco
- ◆ Bone-lined catacombs
- ◆ Baroque cloisters
- ◆ Colonial library
Insider tip
The catacombs are only accessible by guided tour — worth the short wait.
Convento de San Francisco — visitor questions
What is Convento de San Francisco known for?
A honey-coloured Baroque monastery famous for its eerie underground catacombs. Highlights include: Bone-lined catacombs; Baroque cloisters; Colonial library.
Where is Convento de San Francisco?
Convento de San Francisco is in Centro Histórico, Lima — Jirón Lampa, Cercado de Lima. More info: https://museocatacumbas.com
Any tips for visiting Convento de San Francisco?
The catacombs are only accessible by guided tour — worth the short wait.
Can Chauffyr take me to Convento de San Francisco?
Yes — Chauffyr provides a private, fixed-price chauffeur to Convento de San Francisco and between every stop on your Lima itinerary, with no parking or driving to worry about.
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