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Lima

Peru's capital with dense coworking and easy access to Cusco/Machu Picchu

In Lima, a mid-range month runs about $1,461 (PEN 4,916) and there is some violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very Low

Cheaper day to day than about 80% of cities

Internet2.4/10

Slower internet than about 75% of cities

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking5.3/10

Weaker coworking than about 50% of cities

English4/10

Less English-friendly than about 90% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness3/10

Fewer wellness options than about 80% of cities

Getting There3.3/10

Harder to reach than about 75% of cities

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Everything we know

33 categories for Lima, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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