Most booked tours and tickets in Arequipa
Top sights in Arequipa
- 1Santa Catalina Monastery
- 2Plaza de Armas
- 3Colca Canyon
- 4Misti Volcano
- 5Yanahuara Viewpoint
- 6Juanita Mummy
- Architectural Grandeur in Volcanic Stone: Explore the UNESCO-listed historic center, where the Cathedral and the Compañía de Jesús church showcase intricate Baroque mestizo facades carved from white sillar. The Santa Catalina Monastery is a 20,000-square-meter miniature city of colorful streets, plazas, and cloisters frozen in the 16th century.
- Gateway to the Colca Canyon: Embark on a journey to one of the world's deepest canyons, twice as deep as the Grand Canyon. Witness the majestic flight of Andean condors at Cruz del Cóndor, visit traditional villages like Chivay and Yanque with their thermal baths, and trek through breathtaking terraced landscapes.
- A Culinary Capital: Savor the origin of Peruvian classics like rocoto relleno (stuffed spicy pepper) and adobo arequipeño (pork stew). Dive into the vibrant picanterías, traditional family-run restaurants, for a multi-course culinary adventure you won't find in Lima.
Tickets and passes in Arequipa
Private 3 Day Colca Canyon Trekking tour (superior Service)
4.969 reviews72h
from €362
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Food and drink experiences in Arequipa
A 3-hour Guided Food Tour with 4 Iconic Restaurants of Arequipa
4.3100 reviews3h
from €72
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Arequipa
Hidden gems in Arequipa
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Molino de Sabandía
A beautiful 18th-century water mill set in countryside gardens, powered by water from a spring.
Fundición del Fierro (Foundry) in Tiabaya
An old, abandoned iron foundry with dramatic industrial ruins being reclaimed by nature.
Casa de la Moral Library
A historic mansion housing a serene and beautiful public library with a peaceful courtyard.
Cuevas de Sumbay
A cave complex located within the Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve, featuring ancient rock art.
Barrio de San Lázaro
The oldest neighborhood in Arequipa, a tiny maze of narrow, winding alleys and small plazas built from sillar.
Day trips from Arequipa
Colca Canyon (Chivay & Cruz del Cóndor)
3-4 hours by bus or tour van
A journey into one of the world's deepest canyons, famous for its soaring Andean condors, pre-Inca terraces, and traditional villages. It's a landscape of immense scale and beauty.
Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve
1.5-2 hours by car/tour
A high-altitude plateau flanked by volcanoes, this reserve is a stark, beautiful landscape of grasslands, salt flats, and lakes, home to wild vicuñas, alpacas, and flamingos.
The Sillar Route (Ruta del Sillar)
30-45 minutes by taxi or tour
Visit the volcanic stone quarries where Arequipa's iconic white sillar is extracted. See where the city's buildings originated and witness artisans carving the soft rock.
Plan your Arequipa trip
Things to do in Arequipa: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Arequipa?+
Top sights include Santa Catalina Monastery, Plaza de Armas, Colca Canyon and Misti Volcano. Away from the crowds, try Molino de Sabandía and Fundición del Fierro (Foundry) in Tiabaya.
What are the most popular tours in Arequipa?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are 2 Day 1 Night Trek Colca Canyon (4.8 stars, 1,123 reviews); Chili River White Water Rafting Adventure with Pickup (4.9 stars, 663 reviews); Colca Full Day Tour (4.6 stars, 449 reviews).
How much do tours in Arequipa cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €9 and €362 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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