Explore Lima’s nightlife in the Barranco district

Your Peru vacation cannot be complete without a stopover of a day or two in the country’s vibrant capital. Soak up the vibrant atmosphere walking the streets of Lima, and make sure to take advantage of the city’s exciting nightlife.

The bohemian district of Barranco is home to myriad restaurants and bars, where you will meet locals and foreigners alike sipping a Pisco Sour on the terraces during the summer time. This is the perfect place to get a good impression of the people’s way of life as well as enjoy a fun night out. Read this guide to learn about the best restaurants and bars that await you in Barranco.

Next to the Bridge of Sighs and on the verge of the cliffs overlooking the ocean, La Posada del Mirador is a great place to enjoy a romantic night with your loved one. This bar, mainly frequented by couples, is a perfect place to go for a quiet and laid back evening. Make sure to try the excellent house cocktail, La Posada, made with the famous traditional Pisco liquor.

The best live-music bar in town, La Noche, is located in a multi-story wooden house and houses numerous events daily. Depending on your mood, you can choose between the different spaces comprising the bar, from the crowded dance floor to the calm outside patio or the upstairs terrace. Classic Lima jazz sessions are held on Mondays, but you will also find plays, poetry recitals and other live music performances such as indie rock or electronic.

If you are looking to immerse yourself in the bohemian and artsy ambience that characterizes Barranco, stop at the Bodega Bar Juanitos. This 60 years old bar has managed to maintain its authentic feel and has not changed a bit since its opening, making it one of the most legendary night spots in town. You might even catch a glimpse of a local poet or writer trying to find inspiration sitting at one of the more remote tables.

Other recommended spots to visit on your Barranco’s night explorations include the lively El Dragon bar, with its bohemian vibe and cozy bar. Here, you’ll enjoy frequent live performances from local musicians and mingle with both locals and international travelers.

For a Creole ambience, make sure to pay a visit to De Rompe y Raja, where you’ll find typical Creole music and food. This is a rather large club where many local artists generally come to perform.

This guide to the nightlife of Barranco was written by a Peru travel expert at Peru For Less, specialist in customized Peru vacation packages.

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