Jockey Plaza

Jockey Plaza is Lima's premier family-friendly shopping destination, offering much more than retail therapy. With dedicated indoor play areas, arcade games, a modern cinema, and diverse dining options all under one air-conditioned roof, it's the perfect spot for families to escape the Lima weather while keeping kids entertained for hours.

• ✓Modern cinema with latest family films and comfortable seating
• ✓Indoor play areas with soft play structures and climbing zones
• ✓Extensive arcade gaming area with classic and modern games
• ✓International food court with options for picky eaters and adventurous families alike
• ✓Air-conditioned comfort, perfect for escaping Lima's humid coastal weather

1. 1.Visit on weekday mornings (10am-12pm) to avoid weekend crowds and have play areas mostly to yourselves.
2. 2.Bring small bills in Peruvian soles for arcade games and play areas, as change machines can be limited. Most vendors accept credit cards, but cash is faster for small purchases.
3. 3.Download the Jockey Plaza app before visiting for mall maps and current promotions. English speakers should note that most signage is in Spanish, so having a translation app handy is useful.
4. 4.The food court offers familiar international chains alongside Peruvian options, making it easy for picky eaters. Try the second floor for quieter seating areas away from the main crowd.
5. 5.Use the underground parking entrance on Avenida Javier Prado Este for easiest access to family facilities and restrooms on the ground floor.

Weekday mornings (10am-1pm) are ideal for families, offering cooler temperatures, smaller crowds, and shorter wait times at play areas. Avoid Saturday afternoons and Sundays when Lima families flock here, making it extremely crowded.

Parking is available in the underground garage (paid). The mall is fully air-conditioned with clean family restrooms and nursing rooms. Most staff speak limited English, but the cinema offers some films in English with Spanish subtitles. U.S. dollars are accepted at many stores but you'll get better rates using soles.

Open year-round with consistent hours. December features elaborate Christmas decorations and special holiday events. Summer months (January-March) tend to be busiest as local families visit during school vacation. The mall occasionally hosts special events and character appearances during school holidays.

The extensive food court inside Jockey Plaza includes both international chains and Peruvian options, eliminating the need to leave. For a sit-down meal, try Pardos Chicken (Peruvian rotisserie, kid-approved) or Bembos (Peru's popular burger chain) both located within the mall.