Barranco Street Art Tour: Experience the Colorful Graffiti and Murals in Lima's Cultural Hub
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Barranco
Discover the vibrant street art scene in Barranco, Lima's cultural hub. Explore trendy cafes, bohemian boutiques, and galleries while learning about Peru's history through unique graffiti and murals.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Barranco - Starbucks is the meeting point where you will meet our tour guide.
We will visit the most important spot in Barranco. We will stop to take photos and explain the history of Barranco, the street art, graffiti and murals -
Parque Municipal de Barranco - We will continue the tour walking the streets and explaining the highlights of Barranco.
The district is considered to be the city’s most bohemian, being the home and working place of many of Peru’s leading artists, musicians, designers and photographers. - Bajada de los Banos - This is a nice point to see some graffiti, a place where artists of all disciplines and backgrounds have gone to nurture their creative inspiration. Lately, Barranco’s streets have become something of a canvas, as the local government continues to allow more murals to be painted on the streets’ walls, Barranco is morphing into a colorful and lively street art gallery.
- Puente de los Suspiros - In the heart of Barranco is the Bridge of Sighs, a traditional wooden bridge wrapped in an air of romanticism, for having been the place that began countless love relationships in Lima.
- Iglesia La Ermita de Barranco - The origin of La Ermita speaks of that maritime heritage: according to local folklore, a group of fishermen lost at sea spotted a light ashore after praying for salvation.
What's Included
- Certified Tour Guide in English and Spanish
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transfer
Additional Information
During this excursion, you’ll explore a neighborhood brimming with hip coffee shops, artistic boutiques, and exhibition spaces.
Barranco has risen to the ranks of an emblematic neighborhood, frequently topping charts as one of Lima’s most desirable areas. This wasn’t always the case for this now-vibrant artistic epicenter.
It began as a humble fishing port. After the War of the Pacific in the late 1800s, the wealthy citizens of Lima started to erect their weekend retreats in Barranco. As you meander through the locality, you’ll witness the street art and creative murals that provide a unique narrative of Peru’s past, a sight that’s truly unmissable!
Location
Starbucks - Pedro de Osma
Av. Pedro de Osma
Starbucks Corner, in front of Barranco's Square
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jacquelinesaxler
Mar 24, 2024
great walking tour around barranco - Giovana was a lovely guide. The tour was very informative and she was funny and passionate about telling the history of lima and especially the streetart in Barranco. I had a great time and would definitly recommend booking this tour!!
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Hugosc3058an
Mar 23, 2024
Customized tour of Barranco - An incredible experience to be able to visit the Barranco neighborhood and all its history captured in its street art. Giovana has been an excellent tour guide.
Totally recommended this tour.
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Sarae442
Mar 6, 2024
A great way to experience Barranco! - This was my 2nd tour with Giovana, she’s that good. We really went around the neighborhood where she told me so many stories and I learned so much
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Susan_h
Feb 20, 2024
Would do it again! - Our guide, Giovana, took us to many of the murals and explained them well and also shared a lot of the history of the Barranco neighborhood. We highly recommend this tour!
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Susanhi3273if
Feb 19, 2024
We would do it again! - We had such a wonderful morning in Barranco with Giovana. She not only shared the street art and it's purpose, she also informed us of the history and why the neighborhood is so special. It's was an excellent way to learn and enjoy more about this beautiful district in Lima. Thanks, Giovana!
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392yvonnea
Feb 4, 2024
A brilliant tour with a fantastic guide. - Giovanna took us on a fantastic tour of Barranco, Her knowledge of the area, the murals and the cultural, social scene were fantastic. Highly recommend this tour and the services of Giovanna. A brilliant way to see a captivating district of Lima.
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Matthewfj6619yb
Jan 6, 2024
Great tour of amazing artistic neighborhood. - Alex was a great guide. Another company cancelled because I was the only one and I rebooked this one and Alex did the tour for me. Great insight in a cool neighborhood. Highly recommend this tour!!!
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Pathfinder277319
Dec 27, 2023
Incredible Walking tour - It was an incredible experience and my tour guide Giovanna was exceptional. Great history and perfect walking tour.
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V4038frmattp
Nov 21, 2023
Barranco Street Tour with Giovana - I recently had the pleasure of taking a street tour in Barranco, Lima, led by the fantastic guide, Giovana. Her knowledge and passion for the neighbourhood was evident as we explored the vibrant streets with colourful murals.
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Adf9200ak
Nov 12, 2023
Excellent tour, don't muss out - I loved this tour! Giovana was an amazing tour guide. She gave detailed explanation of the art mixed with the history which I throughly enjoyed. She added a personal touch to her tour and would highly recommend this tour ro anybody.
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