I always like to tell people that Dédalo Market isn’t just about the shopping—it is an experience in itself. The Dédalo Market complex houses a variety of shops, a café, and a garden. The site of the Dédalo Market, Barranco, is Lima’s artsy and bohemian quarter. The look and feel of Dédalo Market is very different from the majority of Peru’s local markets. There aren’t too many colours or traditional handicrafts in sight. In fact you would be hard-pressed to find the bright scarves and hats that are available all over Peru. Instead the focus is on modern Peruvian art, ceramics, and handicrafts. The wares at Dédalo Market are distinctively upmarket and offer a peek into Peruvian contemporary artistry. The second, and most important, difference here is that there is no bargaining here. This makes the entire experience feel more luxurious and less rushed. Browse the shops at your own pace, pick up a piece or two that tickles your fancy, walk down the leafy alleyways of this bohemian district, and wind down by sipping on a coffee or beer at one of Barranco’s hip cafés.

Do remember that Dédalo Market is closed on Sundays.