What's Barranco Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Barranco, especially its restaurants and art scene. Enjoy the neighborhood's ocean views and museums as well as its access to the beach. Hunt for sand dollars at Costa Verde and Playa Barranquito. There's plenty more to see, including Bridge of Sighs and Barranco Viewpoint.
How to Get to Barranco
Flying to:
- Jorge Chavez Intl. Airport (LIM), 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from Barranco
Things to See and Do in and around Barranco
What to See in Barranco
- Bridge of Sighs
- Barranco Viewpoint
- Costa Verde
- Parroquia San Francisco de Asis
- Plaza Raimondi
Things to Do in Barranco
- Pedro de Osma Museum
- Lima Museum of Contemporary Art
- MATE Mario Testino Association
- Artesanos Don Bosco
- Dédalo
Other Popular Barranco Attractions
- The Holy Cross Parish
- La Ermita de Barranco Church
- Electricity Museum
- Playa Barranquito
- Agua Dulce Beach
When Is the Best Time to Visit Lima?
- Hottest months: February, March, January, April (average 72°F)
- Coldest months: August, September, July, October (average 63°F)
- Rainiest months: February, March, January, April (average 1 inches of rainfall)