Daily departures: 4:30 PM
Daily departures: 4:30 PM
Discover the Bohemian district and enjoy the artsy streets and the lively local culture at night!
Visit the many beautiful murals and learn the history behind them
Walk through the perfectly combined modern and older architecture
Barranco is famously known as the Bohemian District and it’s easy to see why! Art flows through its streets, as can be seen in murals and events that take place constantly. Join the tour and enjoy the creative scenes that Barranco offers.
The tour starts with a quick journey on a local bus to Barranco, giving you the experience of how the local transport operates.
Alameda Sáenz Peña – Welcome to Barranco
We start at this elegant promenade, inaugurated in 1912 and inspired by European avenues. Its architecture blends Second French Empire, Gothic, Moorish, and Bauhaus styles—rare in Lima. Once an irrigation canal, today it’s a protected Monumental Urban Setting. The obelisk honoring Don José de San Martín stands right across from the Spanish Embassy—a historical contrast worth noting.Perfect spot for your first great photo in Barranco.
Dédalo Art Gallery
A bohemian corner showcasing Peruvian art, design, and crafts. Inside, you can also enjoy Peru’s world-renowned coffee—among the finest organic coffee in the world, grown high in the Andes.
Art and flavor, the perfect inspiration duo.
Mafalda Statue
The witty Argentine comic character created by Quino arrived in Barranco in 2023 as a symbol of friendship between Peru and Argentina. A perfect spot for a fun photo and a quick talk about Lima’s unique weather.
One of the most charming selfies of your trip.
Malecón Souza
A stunning overlook with views of the Pacific Ocean, Barranco, Miraflores, and Chorrillos. Here you’ll learn about our beaches, surf culture, and the emblematic Cross of the Pope—a symbol of faith and hope.
A moment to take in the horizon and capture the view.
Monuments to Chabuca Granda & José Antonio
Tribute to Peru’s beloved singer-songwriter Chabuca Granda, whose poetry and music embody Lima’s soul, and to José Antonio, linked to the tradition of the Peruvian paso horse.
A taste of criollo music in the heart of Barranco.
Jose Antonio, was a lover and preserver of the Peruvian paso horse, he was a personal friend of Eduardo Granda and his daughter, Chabuca Granda, who, after Lavalle died in 1957, wrote him the famous José Antonio criollo waltz.
La Ermita
An 18th-century chapel steeped in legends of fishermen and miracles. Destroyed during the War of the Pacific and rebuilt after several earthquakes, it remains a symbol of Barranco’s faith.
History, tradition, and devotion in one place.
Bridge of Sighs
Lima’s most romantic bridge, built in 1876. Tradition says if you cross it without breathing, your wish will come true. This icon has inspired songs and legends alike.
Cross, dream… and make a wish.
Puente Equilibrio
A bridge celebrating Peru’s cultural diversity, with the colorful “Mural of the Races” as its backdrop.
A vibrant postcard of Peru’s mixed heritage.
Main Square of Barranco
The district’s cultural and social heart. Home to the Municipal Library, lively bars in restored mansions, creative spaces, and the Holy Cross Church. A hotspot for nightlife and the arts. Barranco’s bohemian heartbeat.
Departure time: 4:30 PM every day.
Duration: The Barranco Walking Tour lasts around 3 hours in total.
Starting point: Any of the Tourist Information Centers in Miraflores.
What’s included: Local, licensed tour guide, deep explanation of each spot, exclusive discount coupons
What’s not included: Transport on local bus (1.50 soles each way), tips, food, drinks
Free tour / Tips-based
Discover the Bohemian district and enjoy the artsy streets and the lively local culture at night!
Tourist Information Center (Kennedy Park)
Av. Diagonal 494, Miraflores
Tourist Information Center (Larco)
Av. Larco 799, Miraflores
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