Comments of some of our visitors:
Dédalo is a must see. Even if you don't plan to spend any money, it is well worth the visit. Staged in an old refurbished house in
Barranco, a block away from the sea, it offers Peruvian non-traditional workmanship at its best. You will find beautiful handmade
ceramics, blown glass, design-winning woodwork, stone carvings and the latest in textile design, among other works of art on a world
class level. They have a nice coffee shop on the inside patio, a children's toy area, handmade jewelry and a permanent exhibition of
unique objects made out of recycled materials. There is no pressure to buy, so you can just wander at your leisure through the treasure
filled rooms.
Traveler Reviews of Dédalo
Awesome place
The place is perfect to find a unique gift. The cafeteria is really good, the pecan pie in particular is to die for.
Traveler from USA on Nov 26, 2008
A MUST SEE!
I loved the atmosphere and the way every designer had the chance to show their art pieces. I thought some things were a little pricy, but
the experience is worth it even if you don't want to buy anything ... Nice jewelry, nice purses, nice furniture.
Traveler from CHICAGO on Jul 09, 2008
http://www.vivatravelguides.com/south-america/peru/lima/barranco/barranco-activities/dedalo/
Dedalo art gallery, shop & cafe in Barranco
great things for the home, gifts for all occassions and they offer a great lunch too!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thousandflavors/2637833688/
Dedalo
Address: Paseo Sáenz Peña 295
District: Barranco
Price: Interiors
Phone: 477-0562
One of the best shopping spots in town, Dédalo occupies a labyrinthian mansion in a quiet corner of Barranco. As you
wander around the never-ending rooms, you will be struck by the beauty and uniqueness of the objects displayed: home
accessories, toys, decorative arts, clothing, jewelry, ceramics, and a long etcetera.
No surprise, as most pieces are designed and crafted by artists and artisans. The rooms are organized by type of object,
though some host temporary expositions by local artists.
Dédalo was conceived in the early 90s by María Elena Fernández as a colourful alternative to mass-produced items,
which at the time where being heavily imported by department stores, leaving limeños with few alternatives. Prices are a
little expensive for Peruvian standards, though not for the outstanding products.
A fun and extraordinary shopping experience.
http://www.theperuguide.com/lima/shops/dedalo.html
In
a mansion on Barranco's designer store strip, Dédalo brims with homewares, books, toys, one-off furniture, clothes, fine alpaca
shawls, handbags, ceramics and locally crafted jewellery. A garden cafe, too.
Source: Qantas The Australian Way July 2007
Updated: August 2008
http://travelinsider.qantas.com.au/ddalo_peru.htm
Dedalo
is a old mansion in a quiet corner of Barranco, it is like a magic labyrinth, lots of rooms filled with beautiful handcrafted things by
more than 1000 Peruvian designers, it is a dreamy place.
Ceramics, jewelery, clothes, toys and so many things.
And you can sit in the beautiful garden and sip a tea.