Barranco
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Why go
- The casonas: colonial and Republican-style houses on the district's streets
- The Bajada de los Baños ravine, crossed by a bridge built in 1876 between Ayacucho street and the Ermita
- La Ermita, the small chapel where, in a legend, fishermen lost in fog found a cross and the place became a pilgrimage site
- The San Francisco square, lined with typical houses and gardens behind railings
Opening hours
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Don't miss
- Municipal library parkA park with a danaid sculpture at its centre.Barranco
- House of José María EgurenThe house of the poet José María Eguren stands at 202 rue Colón.202 rue Colón
- Former tram remainsRemains of the former tram can be seen on Pedro de Osma avenue.Pedro de Osma avenue
Tips for your visit
- The district is pedestrian-friendly, so walking is the easiest way to see it.
- Its western edge reaches steep coastal cliffs above the sea.
Best time to visit
- Its microclimate is warmer and drier than many other districts of the city.
- The quarter is known for nightlife, with many restaurants and bars, so an evening visit shows that side of it.
- Carnival and flower festivals were held in its parks and squares between 1913 and the 1950s.
Legends and hidden details
- A 17th-century legend tells of fishermen lost in fog who found a cross here, and the place became a pilgrimage site.
Interesting facts7
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Calle La Ermita | Barranco | Lima Perú | Noviembre de 2024Gromill videos
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Bajada de baños Barranco Lima Perú de nocheLoop Ambience
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A night in Barranca, Lima, PeruTaylor Chapters
History
Barranco began as a fishing village. Fishermen from Surco used the ravine now called Bajada de los Baños to reach the beaches. La Ermita began as a small chapel for fishermen and travellers beside the ravine, and it is traditionally considered the origin of the district. Its parks and squares hosted famous carnival and flower festivals from 1913 to the 1950s. Most of the district now falls under a special regime that protects its monumental heritage.
- 1860It was recognised as a fishing village.
- 19th centuryMiddle and upper class city dwellers made it a seaside resort.
- 1874It became an official district of Lima, first named San José de Surco.
- 1881Troops looted and burned it during the war.
- 1940A magnitude 8 earthquake destroyed much of the historic centre.
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- 1971A decree renamed the district Barranco.
- 1972Its central area became a Monumental Zone.
- 2024Some buildings were granted the UNESCO blue shield.
Accessibility
- Pedestrian-friendly streets The district has a pedestrian-friendly layout.
Sources: Barranco District - Wikipedia · Distrikt Barranco - Wikipedia · District de Barranco - Wikipedia · checked 18 Oct 2026
Questions and answers
Where is Barranco in Lima?
Barranco is one of the 43 districts of Lima Metropolitana. It borders Miraflores to the north, Santiago de Surco to the east and Chorrillos to the south, with the Pacific Ocean to the west.
How do I get to Barranco by public transport?
A Metropolitano bus route serves Francisco Bolognesi Avenue in Barranco.
Is Barranco easy to explore on foot?
Yes. The district has a pedestrian-friendly layout, and its parks and streets are lined with trees, flowers and large villas.
Which beaches are in Barranco?
Barranco has the beaches Los Yuyos, Las Cascadas, Los Pavos, Barranquito and Las Sombrillas. Its beaches are popular with surfers from around the world.
What are peñas criollas in Barranco?
Peñas criollas are bar-restaurants in Barranco where criolla music is played. The quarter is a nightlife area with many restaurants and bars.
Where is the Bajada de los Baños in Barranco?
It is a ravine near the centre of the district. A bridge built in 1876 crosses it between Ayacucho street and La Ermita.
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