🇵🇪 South America
Cities & towns in Peru
Where you land inside Peru matters more than the country itself. Browse the most popular cities for American expats, or take a 60-second quiz to surface the top 5 that fit your lifestyle.
Find your city in Peru
Answer 8 quick questions about pace, beaches, transit, and budget — we'll rank the top 5 cities.
Lima
Pop. ~11M
Coastal capital with a world-class food scene — Miraflores and Barranco lead the expat map.
Walkability
7/10
Beach access
6/10
Expat community
8/10
Housing cost
4/10
Cusco
Pop. ~430,000
Andean city at 11,000 ft — Inca capital, gateway to Machu Picchu, and a growing slow-travel base.
Walkability
8/10
Beach access
1/10
Expat community
6/10
Housing cost
3/10