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MIRAFLORES
From Sleepy Resort to For longer stays, stylish hotels abound.
Tourist Hotspot A taxi stand is conveniently located
there too. But their clients are only unsus‐
pecting tourists who are charged outra‐
uring both visits, we were
D captivated by Miraflores, a vi‐ geously high flat rates to go short
distances. No local would ever take one,
brant district about six miles
except in a dire emergency. We discovered
south of Lima's historic center.
One of the first areas set‐
reservation, we asked a cabbie the fare for
tled by the Spanish, it was the site of a piv‐ this ripoff when running late for a lunch
otal battle in the 1879-83 War of the Pacific the mile ride. Twenty dollars was the reply.
with Chile. But for most of the 19th century, We said no thanks and opted for an Uber
Miraflores was a tranquil beach getaway. for less than $4.
Today, Miraflores is a popular tourist spot Taxis at the airport are the same. It’s
known for its beautiful coastal views, mod‐ best to arrange a ride in advance or go to
ern highrise homes, luxury shopping, and the airport hotel for an Uber pickup. Uber
amazing food. Filled with daytrippers, and is super cheap in Lima, readily available,
cruise ship shuttles from the port stop here. and safe. We generally upgraded to Uber
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