Historical Tour through Barranco Art and History

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Join this tour Monday to Sunday, touring the bohemian and artistic district called Barranco.

The route will begin at the Barranco Municipal Park where we will learn about all its most important buildings and their artistic style, and then pass by the renowned tram car of what was the tram, we will discover the statue of the great Chabuca Granda and other singers and composers. We will go down one of the most picturesque streets to appreciate the beautiful art of the best contemporary painters.

We will see the famous bridge of sighs, the Hermitage, the viewpoint, and we will approach the boardwalk to see the contrast between republican and modern life.
Don't miss this unforgettable experience, we are waiting for you!

What's Included

museum visits

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Barranco Municipal Park

It is at Bulevar station, walk along Barranco Boulevard until you reach Barranco Municipal Park (in front of the library)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    We will know the origin of the light of Barranco, its inspiration for the creation of the church

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Barranco Municipal Park

    its origin and description of monuments in the surroundings will be known

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    We will visit Barranco Boulevard, a place full of nightclubs and night clubs, and recommended drinks and possible activities will be suggested.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Biblioteca Municipal de Barranco

    We will visit one of the most important libraries in Peru, we will learn about its histories and traditions through its portraits and passages.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Museo de la Electricidad

    We will learn everything about electricity, about water and energy, and how they were used to put the first trains of PERU into operation

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    We will have a moment of relaxation to observe the beautiful panorama of the ravine from its viewpoint

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7

    We will go through some stairs that lead us to a section of surfers and fishermen who before an activity took a cold shower to adapt to the environment

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Puente de los Suspiros

    We will do an activity which is to cross the bridge holding your breath and when crossing the bridge, take a big sigh which will grant you a wish as a couple.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Iglesia La Ermita de Barranco

    Here we will know a very worn-out hermitage or church where we will reveal 2 stories, one romantic and one terrifying, which will take us to the locks of love.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    We will observe the funiculars of Barranco

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Chabuca Granda Monumento

    We will get to know the Chabuca Granda monument where her great achievements as this great Peruvian singer-songwriter and how she transformed her music into art will be explained.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 12

    We will appreciate an art exhibition representing the change in thought according to the era.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Free walking tour en la Historical Lima

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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