Plaza de Armas Tours and Tickets

Explore Arequipa's many historical sights and attractions on a half-day sightseeing tour of the city. A knowedgable and expert guide will take you via air-conditioned coah to spectacular viewpoints like the Mirador de Yanahuara, and lead you through some of Arequipa's most exquisite colonial districts—including Yanaahuara and St Lazarus. Visit the Monastery of St Catherine, which was closed to the public for almost 400 hundreds years.

Get the best bites in town on this tour of local restaurants in Arequipa. Visit four restaurants to experience the rich flavors of Peru. Sample tasting plates at each eatery accompanied by matching drinks, and top it all off with dessert. Learn about the local cuisine of Peru from your guide and get local recommendations for the best spots in town.

- This is a tour full of history in Arequipa and legends that we will tell you while we are introduced to the small streets, small squares, wrought iron windows and traditional mansions carved in white volcanic stone. - Our experience will also show us the care of llamas, alpacas and vicuñas thanks to Mundo Alpaca - Finally, this tour will also pass through a cultural café, very welcoming and interesting to take a short break and get to know each other better.

Arequipa, Peru's ‘White City’, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site well worth the visit. See all its top spots while riding in comfort onboard a panoramic bus driven and narrated by a bilingual guide (English & Spanish). Start in Plaza de Armas then take in the scenery offered by a series of viewpoints before making several stops to experience this ancient city on foot and learn some of its long and fascinating history.

During this pedestrian circuit we will have the opportunity to tour Arequipa in a more fun way and to learn a little about its history through its traditional neighborhoods with narrow streets where not only mansions and churches are protected, but also the best secret bars in the city. A delicious Pisco Sour hand in hand with unique anecdotes narrated by our best guides and a tour of "Mundo Alpaca" will frame a perfect visit to the white city.

With this tour we will be able to know both the history of Arequipa from its beginnings, the constructions of the Historic center of Arequipa, Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the surrounding viewpoints as well as one of the most representative centers such as the Monastery of Santa Catalina, come and know this tour on foot walking and enjoying the city as well as by car to get to know the closest viewpoints of the city with beautiful landscapes and beautiful archeology stories. This tour is offered privately and is guided on board in your preferred language so you have a full day knowing a lot about the history of Arequipa.

Get in touch with Peru’s colonial heritage during this 3-hour guided walking tour of Arequipa. Stroll the streets of the country’s second-biggest city, admiring the unique ashlar-clad (white volcanic rock) buildings of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. As you wander you’ll tour the oldest neighborhood in the city, see Arequipa’s first church, play around with some llamas and alpacas and sample some potatoes, one of Peru’s most typical snacks. A guide, hotel pickup and food tasting are all included.

The Walking City Tour, or pedestrian tour, is an experience to explore the emblematic places of the city of Arequipa on foot. Given the opportunity to know the origins of the so-called "White City" through the historical, artistic and cultural richness of its buildings

An accredited professional guide is in charge of accompanying you in this experience, with him, you will discover the charm of the city, discovering details of its history and tradition. The tour begins in the Plaza de Armas of the city, talking about its history and foundation; then we visit the church and the cloisters of the Company located in a corner of the same square; then we visit the San Camilo market, one of the most picturesque markets in the country; then we move to the Bolognesi bridge from where you can take good photos of the Misti and the Chili river; then we headed to the Barrio de San Lázaro. We finish with the tasting and explanation of our national distillate and local gastronomy, the tasting of Pisco Arequipeño and traditional snacks of the city. (whatsapp: +51 958269361)

This tour is a complete visit to the city, knowing a lot of its architecture, culture, the historic center, then you visit some incredible landscapes where you can also appreciate the beauty of the fields and green areas that Arequipa has, it ends up having a pleasant moment, besides knowing one of the important attractions of Arequipa such as the Monastery of Santa Catalina. This tour makes it special that it does not have any extra expense on your part, it includes all income and permanent assistance, complete tour of Arequipa.

Dive deep into Arequipa's history, culture, and natural wonders on a private tour. The excursion begins in the city center, where you'll visit Plaza de Armas, the Church of Compania de Jesus, and artwork at Tristan del Pozo. Later, explore the quarries of Anashuayco and the pink canyons of Uchumayo along the Silla Route. Along the way, your guide will provide enriching commentary and answer your questions to ensure an immersive tour experience.

Tour of the historic center of Arequipa, built with local 'sillar' stone, a pale volcanic rock, affording Arequipa its glorious architecture and its appropriate nickname, 'the White City'. Visit the San Lazaro district, this neighborhood of narrow streets, narrow passages, small squares and large houses is the most representative area of the old Arequipa. Proceed then to the Compañia Church, built by the Jesuits and part of a representative monument of religious architecture of the XVII century. Continue to the local market of San Camilo, and appreciate a variety of local products. Notably, this market is considered a Monumental Heritage of Architecture representative of Public Civil architecture, whose structures were designed by the renowned French engineer Gustave Eiffel. Finally visit the convent of Santa Teresa, built in 1710, and recently opened to the public. The site has valuable pieces of religious art and fabulous frescoes.

An excursion full of history, natural viewpoints and adventure. The perfect combination to make your day in Arequipa unique and special, in addition to getting to know the city, its viewpoints, you will have the opportunity to tour its valley aboard an ATV. We will visit the historic center, viewpoint of the Volcanoes and the ATV adventure will make this visit unique. Includes tourist transport, professional guide on board, entrance to the places of visit, ATV ride for 1 hour and a half. Also, if the opportunity is right, we can take a little horse ride. At the end we will coordinate with the guide to see if they are encouraged to carry out the sports activity of the canopy or Ziplining. Known as zip line. After this great day, we will return to the city center.

This 1-day excursion offers you the possibility to discover the coastal desert and the Majes valley. Visiting its main attractions, particularly the Toro Muerto petroglyphs and the Querullpa Dinosaur tracks. This tour is particularly interesting for people who have not had the opportunity to know the desert of the Peruvian coast and much of the pre-Inca culture that passed through Arequipa.

Enjoy what Arequipa has prepared for you, and dazzle with the beautiful Colca Valley and its natural beauty. Take a panoramic touristic bus through the historic city center, the Plaza de Armas, San Francisco Church, Santa Catalina Monastery and more. We will also visit the Yanahuara viewpoint, where we will have a beautiful view of the white city, then we will go to the Carmen Alto waterfall, called the viewpoint of the Volcanoes. Enjoy the scenery of one of the deepest canyons in the world, we start our journey to the Colca Canyon.

Come to explore the wonders of Peru, a country rich in archaeology and ancestral history. You will start this tour package in the coast of the city of Lima, located in front of the Pacific Ocean. You will continue to the impressive mountains of Cusco, visiting the incredible Sacred Valley and the magical Machu Picchu. The Peruvian jungle of Puerto Maldonado will leave you impressed. Admire unique flora and fauna, and fantastic wildlife. To complete the tour, you will visit Puno and the famous Lake Titicaca, to then explore the white city of Arequipa.

Do not miss this wonderful place of cotahuasi. the deepest canyon of the narrowest of all Peru, the Sipia Waterfall, with a fall of 150 meters managing to appreciate its three levels of water and its spectacular rainbow. luicho thermal baths where hot water emanates from the subsoil, cotahuasi is a town with a great variety of wild birds, with a Queñuales forest that has a lot of vegetation of flora and fauna, a Jewry Pampa cacti forest, “Cactus” of up to 13 meters high  with two large chaquicocha lagoons where we can appreciate a great variety of wild birds and the lagoon itself, pallarcocha from where you can see the Nevado de Coropuna with an altitude of 6,425 m.a.s.l.

Are you planning to get an incredible vacation but you just don’t have more than a few weeks? Well, here we tailed a great option! With Viagens Machu Picchu you can get 16- day itineraries through the coast, passing the Andean mountains, and visiting the wonderful Peruvian high jungle! Here’s what to expect: • Explore the modern and colonial city of Lima and learn everything about its history. • Make your way to the northern Peruvian Andes and discover the magic of the Huascarán National Park. • Head down to the coast and desert to uncover its mysteries and awe-inspiring landscapes. • Visit the White City of Arequipa and be spellbound by its natural and urban scenery. • Learn about the millenary cultures of Lake Titicaca. • Experience the legacy of the Incas in Cusco and the Sacred Valley. • Explore the ancient Machu Picchu Citadel and get to know everything about it.

Have wonderful days in the second deepest canyon in the world, the Colca Canyon, on a scenic drive from Arequipa. Pass through remote Peruvian villages, large volcanoes, and herds of vicuñas, the national animals of Peru. The Colca Canyon reaches depths of 3,400 meters and is home to the giant Andean condor, which has a wingspan of more than 3 meters, making it one of the most unique places in the world. Explore the vast Colca Canyon on a 2-day trip from Arequipa. See how the giant Andean condor soars high in its natural habitat. Learn about the people and cultures that inhabit the canyon. Have time to relax in the hot springs of Poblado de Chivay. Tickets, transportation, accommodation, and guide are included

if you start your trip in Arequipa (2335 m.a.s.l.) you will have the chance to have a gradual acclimatization. You will enjoy a quiet city full of architecture surrounded by mountains and villages as in Colca valley with live culture, history and landscapes full of nature.

Our private tour in Arequipa shows visitors the highlights of our city in a professional and personalized way. Our services start from the moment visitors arrive in the city, we include pick-up from the airport in a safe and comfortable way. Then we visit the viewpoints of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto and then we make the tour of the historic center of the city visiting the monastery of Santa Catalina, the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa, the cloisters and Jesuit church, the traditional neighborhood of San Lazaro, the San Camilo market, and Mundo Alpaca. Arequipa is a city with a lot of history, tradition, natural and cultural diversity. We want visitors to know and enjoy their stay in Arequipa. If what you are looking for is to visit the most outstanding attractions of Arequipa without rushing and without crowds this is the experience for you. Welcome to Arequipa!

This tour includes a complete visit to the main attractions of Arequipa, its historic center and its magnificent Santa Catalina Monastery. First, a brief visit to the Plaza de Armas, its surroundings, the Cloisters of the company, an interesting Jesuit building, then a 1-hour tour inside the Monastery of Santa Catalina, then in mobility towards a part of the Ruta del Sillar, visit of the Añashuayco quarries where multiple figures are carved by the stonemasons and artisans, we also appreciate the work of Los Canteros, an exhibition of how they work, so far we will do it in a personalized way with private mobility and our guide. Then we go to the traditional square of Yanahuara where we will have the exhibition of the arches and view of the volcanoes. We will have time here for lunch. Later in the afternoon, in the same square, we boarded the panoramic bus to explore the surroundings of the city. 6:30 pm. Disembark in the historic center.

The panoramic Arequipa city tour is a wonderful way to discover the amazing White City. Explore interesting places at the Historic Center and the countryside of Arequipa with this fantastic tour. The city of Arequipa offers tourist attractions with unique historic value that you should go all over with a professional tour guide. Enjoy a lovely tour around traditional quarters with colonial mansions, monasteries, mills and amazing viewpoints to the green fields of Arequipa.

Sample more than 17 Peruvian foods and drinks that are typical from Arequipa. Interact with some of our local hosts and discover how to prepare alpaca and cuy, as well as learning ocopa making with a "batán". Hear all the historical and cultural details behind each dish and drink that you will have the chance to taste during this 4-hour Arequipa food tour.