Lima's bohemian and artistic neighborhood with street art, craft bars, and the famous Bridge of Sighs.

About Barranco (Bohemian District)

Barranco is Lima's most charming and artistic district, a former beach retreat for Lima's aristocracy that has evolved into the city's cultural and nightlife epicenter. The Puente de los Suspiros (Bridge of Sighs), a romantic wooden bridge leading down to the ocean through a lane of traditional casonas, is the district's most photographed landmark and the subject of countless Peruvian songs and poems.

The neighborhood's steep streets descending to the Pacific are adorned with vibrant murals and street art, making Barranco an open-air gallery. The MATE museum (housed in a beautifully restored mansion) showcases the work of Peruvian photographer Mario Testino, while the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC) and numerous small galleries along Avenida Pedro de Osma anchor the district's serious art credentials.

Barranco comes alive after dark, with its peñas (traditional music bars) featuring live criolla and Afro-Peruvian music, craft cocktail bars along Avenida Grau, and restaurants that range from traditional anticucherías to innovative tasting menus. The district seamlessly connects to Miraflores via the clifftop Malecón, a beautiful 30-minute walk along the Pacific coast.

Nearby Landmarks

Puente de los Suspiros MATE Museum Barranco Municipal Park Pedro de Osma Museum

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost S/55-75 ($15-21)
Time 40-60 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost S/35-55 ($10-15)
Time 40-60 minutes

Arrivals level

Step-by-Step Directions

Use ride-share app from the airport to Barranco. This neighborhood is south of Miraflores and known for its nightlife and art scene.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi S/55-75 ($15-21) 40-60 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare S/35-55 ($10-15) 40-60 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Barranco is Lima's nightlife capital, and Uber/DiDi operate reliably until the early morning hours. Walking between bars and restaurants within Barranco is safe and common on the main streets (Av. Grau, Av. Pedro de Osma, around Parque Municipal). Late-night ride-shares to the airport cost S/.35-55 ($10-15). The Metropolitano BRT's nearest stop is in Miraflores, a short ride away.

Luggage Tips

Barranco's streets include steep slopes, stairs, and cobblestones that make rolling luggage impractical in some areas. Taxis and ride-shares can navigate to most hotels and hostels. The district has a growing number of boutique hotels, many in converted mansions that may have stairs without elevators. Send luggage ahead to your hotel and explore the neighborhood unencumbered.

Accessibility

Barranco is one of Lima's more challenging districts for wheelchair users due to steep terrain, stairs between levels, and cobblestone streets. The Puente de los Suspiros area involves steps. The Malecón coastal path toward Miraflores is flat and accessible. Some restaurants and museums have ground-floor access only. The Bajada de Baños (descent to the beach) is steep and not wheelchair accessible.