Parque El Olivar
A centuries-old olive grove turned public park, in the middle of Lima's financial district.
- Address: San Isidro (between Av. Los Conquistadores and Av. El Golf)
- District: San Isidro
- Category: park
El Olivar is a genuine olive grove, planted by Spanish colonists in the 16th century and now a protected public park of more than a thousand olive trees, right in the middle of San Isidro's office towers and embassies. It's the green counterweight to San Isidro's business-district feel: quiet gravel paths, resting squirrels and the occasional heron, a small amphitheater, and enough shade to make it a genuine break from the city rather than just a landscaped median. For guests staying at the business hotels along Av. Salaverry or in San Isidro, it's the closest thing to a nature walk without leaving the neighborhood.
Highlights
- Olive trees planted in the 16th century, among the oldest cultivated trees in Lima
- Quiet, shaded gravel paths uncommon elsewhere in San Isidro
- Small amphitheater used for occasional cultural events
- A calm contrast to the surrounding financial district
Ideal for
- a quiet morning walk or run
- business travelers based in San Isidro
- a break from the city without leaving the neighborhood
Practical information
- Hours
- Roughly 6am-8pm, gates close at night
- Price
- Free
- Tips
- Mornings are quietest; by midday it fills with office workers from the surrounding buildings on lunch break.
Frequently asked questions
Is Parque El Olivar free to visit?
Yes, it's a free public park with no entrance fee.
What are the park's hours?
Roughly 6am to 8pm, with gates closing at night.
When is the best time to go?
Mornings are the quietest and most pleasant; by midday the park fills with office workers from the surrounding San Isidro buildings on their lunch break.
How long does a visit take?
A relaxed walk through the grove and paths takes 30-45 minutes, though it's equally suited to a quick 15-minute break from a business schedule.
What makes this park different from others in Lima?
It's a genuine olive grove planted by Spanish colonists in the 16th century, with more than a thousand mature olive trees -- among the oldest cultivated trees in the city -- rather than a landscaped modern park.
Is it a good option for business travelers?
Yes, it sits in the middle of San Isidro's financial district, making it the closest thing to a nature walk for guests staying at nearby business hotels without leaving the neighborhood.