The plaza is named after Guillermo Butters, a notable early 20th-century resident and figure in Barranco's history.
It is located at the intersection where the urban grid of Barranco meets the entrance to the district's famous bajada (slope) leading to the beach.
Unlike the more tourist-heavy Plaza de Armas in Barranco, this plaza is primarily used as a residential neighborhood park.
The plaza's layout incorporates elements of mid-20th-century urban planning designed to prioritize pedestrian flow from the surrounding historic mansions.
Plaza Guillermo Butters is a focal point of Barranco, serving as a transitional space between the district's historic center and its residential avenues. The plaza is characterized by a central green space with mature trees that offer significant shade to visitors. It serves as a connector for pedestrians moving through the Barranco neighborhood toward the coastal cliffside path. The surrounding architecture reflects the traditional republican style common to this part of Lima. Local residents frequently utilize the plaza for social gatherings and short rest periods. It features paved walkways and designated seating areas throughout its perimeter. The space acts as a quiet buffer between the high-traffic areas of Barranco and the quieter streets leading to the Malecon.
From the park benches facing the historic residential facades that line the perimeter.
Visit during the early afternoon when the trees provide optimal shade for cooling off.
Use the plaza as a navigational landmark to reorient yourself when walking between the Barranco main square and the Malecon.
Keep valuables secured, as this is a public open-air space with high pedestrian turnover.
Do not treat this as a high-security tourist zone; stay aware of your surroundings as you would in any public city park.
