8 of the Best in Barranco, Lima, Lima, Peru

Peru’s capital city, Lima, is not a destination renowned for its visitor attractions nor its beauty. Not surprising given its record of earthquakes over the centuries. As a result, it suffers in comparison to South America’s other major capital cities such as Santiago, Buenos Aires and Montevideo. And the weather’s pretty poor for much of the year, too. However, when it comes to food culture, there isn’t anywhere else on the continent to compare. And, to be honest, it was pretty much our whole reason for spending three days there. The barrio, or neighbourhood, of Miraflores tends to be the main tourist hub, with its shopping malls, a plethora of restaurants and busy nightlife. But we stayed in the adjoining barrio of Barranco, a bohemian neighbourhood of old colonial buildings, street art and world-class restaurants. Suffice to say, we can thoroughly recommend it. Especially for the food and drink. So, if you’re off to Lima and not sure where to stay, then look no further. And, to help you make the most of your stay, here are some of our recommendations to get you started. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).