Puna

Puna is a bustling market located in the heart of Barranco, Lima's bohemian neighborhood. It's a place where locals shop for fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and seafood, while visitors can explore stalls selling artisanal crafts, textiles, and souvenirs. The market is known for its lively atmosphere, with vendors calling out their wares and the aroma of Peruvian spices filling the air. You'll find exotic fruits like lucuma and cherimoya, as well as freshly squeezed juices and traditional snacks. The market also has a small food court where you can try ceviche, anticuchos, and other local dishes. It's an authentic experience away from tourist crowds, offering a glimpse into everyday life in Lima.

Don't miss

• Sample fresh tropical fruits like lucuma, granadilla, and chirimoya
• Watch ceviche being prepared fresh at the food stalls
• Browse handmade alpaca wool scarves and hats
• Try a glass of freshly squeezed orange or passion fruit juice
• Pick up local spices and Peruvian coffee to take home

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Puna

Cheapest way inDiscover Lima: Love Park, Historic Center, and its Catacombs.4.9★ · 725 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →Most bookedLima Ultimate Peruvian Food Tour5★ · 2,605 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →Private & flexiblePremium Private Transfer Lima Airport (LIM) - Meet & Greet5★ · 41 travelers~1 hoursFree cancellationFrom$26 per personSee dates →

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Know before you go

• Cash is king, many vendors don't accept credit cards.
• Bring a reusable bag for purchases.
• Try the food court for a cheap and authentic meal.
• Ask before taking photos of vendors or their stalls.

A bit of history

Barranco was a fishing village before becoming a fashionable seaside resort in the 19th century. The market, though modern in its current form, continues a long tradition of public markets in Lima that date back to colonial times.