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Things to do in Arequipa Region

 

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Activities (14)

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Monastery of Santa Catalina (Monasterio de Santa Catalina), Arequipa
Ranked #1 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Historic Walking Areas; Gardens; Art Museums
Owner description: Considered a masterpiece of colonial architecture, this monastery is a large complex of rooms, picturesque plazas, ornate... more » Owner description: Considered a masterpiece of colonial architecture, this monastery is a large complex of rooms, picturesque plazas, ornate fountains and a maze of narrow, cobblestone streets. « less
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Ranked #2 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Educational Sites
Owner description: A unique "On hands" experience where, together with local cooks, you prepare typical peruvian food while chatting and... more » Owner description: A unique "On hands" experience where, together with local cooks, you prepare typical peruvian food while chatting and learning about this wonderful city. Meals and drinks are included. Best cultural sourvenir you can get ever. Great location. « less
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El Misti, Arequipa
Ranked #3 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Volcanos
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Colca Canyon, Arequipa
Ranked #4 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Canyons

The number of agencies competing to offer tours of Colca Canyon is dizzying. Essentially though, many of the tours are incredibly similar and differ in three main ways. The first... more »

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Plaza de Armas, Arequipa
Ranked #5 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
Owner description: Serving as the focus of urban life and evening activities, this elegant grand square features graceful colonnades, swaying... more » Owner description: Serving as the focus of urban life and evening activities, this elegant grand square features graceful colonnades, swaying palms and lush gardens. « less
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Ranked #6 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Historic Sites
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Chachani, Arequipa
Ranked #7 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Volcanos; Mountains
This large extinct volcano, 6,057 meters in height, rises above Arequipa in southern Peru and is a popular site for climbers.
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Ranked #8 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: History Museums

The museum can be difficult to find at first. Even many locals and police are unaware of its existence. You might ask a street vendor to direct you! Be advised, NO PHOTOGRAPHY is... more »

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Ranked #9 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Museums
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Ranked #10 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Art Museums; Religious Sites; Libraries
Church and monastery from the 16th century.
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Ranked #11 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Walking Areas
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Condor's Cross, Cabanaconde
Ranked #12 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Mountains
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Ranked #13 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Historic Sites
The Molino de Sabandía (Sabandía Mill) is a three centuries old water mill, set in the old Arequipa countryside.
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Yanahuara, Arequipa
Ranked #14 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Architectural Buildings; Historic Walking Areas; Observation Decks/ Towers; Neighbourhoods; Historic Sites

Yanahuara or Kjanachuara in native language, is a traditional neighborhood of Arequipa and it had been habitated by "Yanahuaras" before the Spanish Conquerors made they settlement... more »

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Ranked #15 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: National Parks
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Ranked #16 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Hot Springs/ Geysers
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Ranked #17 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Religious Sites
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Sachaca, Arequipa
Ranked #18 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Neighbourhoods; Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Observation Decks/ Towers
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Ranked #19 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Religious Sites; Museums
Owner description: This 17th century convent has been rebuilt several times due to earthquake damage. Now a museum, its rooms contain mummies,... more » Owner description: This 17th century convent has been rebuilt several times due to earthquake damage. Now a museum, its rooms contain mummies, masks and souvenirs collected on missionary travels. « less
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Patio del Ekeko, Arequipa
Ranked #20 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Game/ Entertainment Centres
Owner description: A unique place in the world where you will find: culture and magic, shopping and emotions, memories and moments, flavors and... more » Owner description: A unique place in the world where you will find: culture and magic, shopping and emotions, memories and moments, flavors and sensations. « less
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Ranked #21 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Historic Sites
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Casa del Moral, Arequipa
Ranked #22 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Architectural Buildings
Owner description: This meticulously restored 18th century mansion is filled with period furniture, paintings and sculptures. Its name is... more » Owner description: This meticulously restored 18th century mansion is filled with period furniture, paintings and sculptures. Its name is derived from the moral (mulberry) trees that grow in its courtyard. « less
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Mirador Achachiua, Cabanaconde
Ranked #23 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Lookouts
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Oasis Sangalle, Cabanaconde
Ranked #24 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #25 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Volcanos
Owner description: The Chachani Volcano, with an elevation of 6095 meter, is the highest of the volcanoes near Arequipa, located 20 km north of... more » Owner description: The Chachani Volcano, with an elevation of 6095 meter, is the highest of the volcanoes near Arequipa, located 20 km north of the city. The volcano is covered by permanent ice and snow. Adventurous mountain bikers can enjoy extreme downhill from the Chachani Volcano. « less
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Tapay Viewpoint, Cabanaconde
Ranked #26 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Lookouts
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Museo Santury, Arequipa
Ranked #27 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Speciality Museums
Museum of the archaeology of the Andes, with videos, and sometimes displays, of mummies found in the region.
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Puente Grau, Arequipa
Ranked #28 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Bridges
Ranked #29 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Architectural Buildings
Ranked #30 of 34 attractions in Arequipa Region
Category: Religious Sites
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