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 Barranco Park and Bridge of Sighs.
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
- Barranco Park
- Bridge of Sighs
- Barranco Viewpoint
- Costa Verde
- Parroquia San Francisco de Asis
Things to Do in Barranco
- Lima Museum of Contemporary Art
- MATE Mario Testino Association
- Pedro de Osma Museum
- Artesanos Don Bosco
- Dédalo
Other Popular Barranco Attractions
- Plaza Raimondi
- The Holy Cross Parish
- La Ermita de Barranco Church
- Electricity Museum
- Playa Barranquito
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)