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Casa de Correos y Telégrafos

Casa de Correos y Telégrafos

This building is a former central post office constructed in 1897 in the Beaux-Arts style. It currently serves as a functional postal facility and houses a museum dedicated to stamps and postal history. Visitors go here to view the architecture and explore the evolution of communication services in the city.

Getting There

The building is located within the historic center of Lima. Since it is situated in the heart of the city, it is accessible by foot from most central hotels and plazas. If arriving from other districts, local taxis or the Metropolitano bus system can bring you to the center, followed by a short walk.

Time Requirement

Allow approximately 1 to 2 hours to examine the exterior architecture and visit the postal museum exhibits.

When to Visit

Visiting during weekday mornings is generally quieter than afternoons. Like most attractions in the historic center, the surrounding area becomes crowded during midday and on weekends due to government activity and tourism.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its central location, this site can be combined with several other landmarks within walking distance:

  • Basilica and Convent of Santo Domingo: 0.1km
  • Government Palace: 0.2km
  • Plaza Mayor, Lima: 0.2km
  • Archbishop's Palace of Lima: 0.2km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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