Alpaca Knitwear

While in Peru, you will find a handful of shops and vendors devoted to selling one of the country's best treasures, the alpaca fleece. However, its quality and authenticity may vary dramatically depending on where you shop. So, don't be fooled by knock-offs and be willing to spend a few extra soles when acquiring genuine garments. Here are a few stores specialising in selling high-quality wool clothing items: Sol Alpaca Larcomar Shopping Centre Open daily from 10am to 10pm All Alpaca Avenida José Larco 1005, Miraflores Opening hours: Mon–Sat 10:30am–8pm, Sun 10:30am–6:30pm +51 1 2428051 Kuna Avenida José Larco 671, Miraflores Opening hours: Mon–Sat 10am–8pm, Sun 10am–7pm +51 1 4471623

Artesanías Las Pallas

A private home featuring rooms filled with one-of-a-kind Peruvian artworks carefully curated by a friendly and knowledgeable British expat. Las Pallas is not your typical mass-produced souvenir shop, only original artisan handicrafts are found here. A true hidden gem in the Barranco district.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/artesanias.laspallas

• E-mail:

  laspallas@gmail.com

• Address:

  Cajamarca 212, Barranco, Lima

• Phone:

  +51 1 999 740 174

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–5:30pm, Sun closed

Dédalo

When in the Barranco area make sure to stop by this lovely art gallery/gift shop to check out their colourful and original collection of home decor, clothing and jewellery as well as traditional and contemporary art all made by local designers. Even if you don't plan on buying anything, it's a great place to browse leisurely. Plus, they have a charming courtyard café and on Wednesdays, pizza and live music spice up the night.

• Web:

  www.dedalo.pe/en

• E-mail:

  info@dedalo.pe

• Address:

  Jirón Sáenz Peña 295, Barranco, Lima

• Phone:

  +51 1 4775131

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–8pm

El Cacaotal

For the largest selection of Peruvian chocolates, pay a visit to El Cacaotal, the place where chocolate lovers have no trouble satisfying their sweet tooth cravings. More than just a chocolate wonderland, this shop aims to provide a true immersion into the world of this sweet delight. Here, you can learn not only about the roots of each chocolate bar and the manufacturing process but also about the artisans behind them. Great place to stock up on treats for friends back home.

• Web:

  www.elcacaotal.com

• E-mail:

  elcacaotalperu@gmail.com

• Address:

  Jirón Colina 111, Barranco, Lima

• Phone:

  +51 1 4174988

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 9am–8pm, Sun 2pm–8pm

Jockey Plaza

Give your credit card a good workout at this huge upscale mall featuring domestic and international shops, including famous designer brands together with eateries and a movie theatre.

• Web:

  https://jockeyplaza.com.pe

• E-mail:

  contacto@jockey-plaza.com.pe

• Address:

  Avenida Javier Prado Este 4200, Santiago de Surco, Lima

• Phone:

  +51 941 433 000

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10am–10pm

La Feria

Local vendors and independent artists came together and created La Feria, a colourful outdoor market in the Barranco district that offers an eclectic array of clothing items and arts and crafts, together with food stalls and good music in a friendly and laid-back atmosphere.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/la.feria

• Address:

  Jirón Unión 108, Barranco

• Phone:

  +51 965 165 689

• Opening hours:

  Sun, Wed & Thu noon–9pm, Fri & Sat 11am–10pm, Mon & Tue closed