Magic Water Circuit of the Reserve Park

Smart travelers plan ahead for a trip to the Magic Water Circuit, since timing and details can make or break an evening here. The park sits within downtown Lima’s busy Reserve Park area, drawing both tourists and local families—especially after sunset, when fountains light up. Long lines sometimes snake outside the gates on weekends or holidays. For the best experience, avoid the biggest crowds, check weather reports, and keep a flexible pace.

• Best time to visit: Evenings between Wednesday and Sunday, ideally just after sunset for maximum light effects. Try to skip school holidays and weekends for fewer crowds.
• How to get there: Take a registered taxi, use a ride-hailing app, or hop on public transport to downtown Lima. Metropolitano buses stop within walking distance at Estadio Nacional or Petit Thouars stations.
• Accessibility: Smooth walkways make the park accessible for strollers and wheelchairs; restrooms and benches are easy to find.
• Average visit duration: Plan two to three hours to see the main shows and wander.

Each visitor finds different favorites in the Magic Water Circuit’s maze of themed fountains and playful spaces. The centerpiece, a giant fountain jetting water 80 meters into the air, draws gasps. Younger kids love running through misty, interactive arcs, while adults savor the laser-lit multimedia show near the middle of the park. There’s dramatic architecture, bursts of local culture, and plenty of color for the perfect vacation selfie.

• Key sights: The Fantasy Fountain (largest and brightest); the Tunnel of Surprises (a 35-meter water tunnel guests can walk through); the Labyrinth of Dreams (circular walls of water for dodging and playing).
• Unique experiences: Multimedia light and music show on the central fountain (three shows per night, weather permitting); night strolls among flower gardens and century-old statues.
• Photo-worthy locations: Reflections at the Magic Fountain; the interactive fountain maze; the rainbow-lit walkways.
• Cultural facts: Opened in 2007, the park’s fountains pay tribute to Lima’s history and its relationship with water—vital in the Peruvian coast’s desert climate.