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Peruvian Cooking Experience
Peruvian Cooking Experience
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Ranked #1 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
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
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Monastery of Santa Catalina (Monasterio de Santa Catalina)
Monastery of Santa Catalina (Monasterio de Santa Catalina)
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Ranked #2 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 207 reviews
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
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Historic Walking Areas; Gardens; Art Museums
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Colca Canyon
Colca Canyon
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Ranked #3 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 338 reviews

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 »

Attraction type  Canyons
Historic Centre of Arequipa
Historic Centre of Arequipa
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Ranked #4 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 61 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Plaza de Armas
Plaza de Armas
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Ranked #5 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 70 reviews
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
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
El Misti
El Misti
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Ranked #6 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Volcanos
Distance  3.6 miles from city centre
Museo Santuarios Andinos (Museum of Andean Sanctuaries)
Museo Santuarios Andinos (Museum of Andean Sanctuaries)
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Ranked #7 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 44 reviews

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 »

Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
La Compania and cloisters
La Compania and cloisters
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Ranked #8 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Historic Walking Areas
Monasterio de la Recoleta
Monasterio de la Recoleta
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Ranked #9 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
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
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Museums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Yanahuara
Yanahuara
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Ranked #10 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 35 reviews

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 »

Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Historic Walking Areas; Observation Decks/ Towers; Neighbourhoods; Historic Sites
Distance  6.6 miles from city centre
San Francisco Plaza, Church and Monestery
San Francisco Plaza, Church and Monestery
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Ranked #11 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Church and monastery from the 16th century.
Attraction type  Art Museums; Religious Sites; Libraries
Sachaca
Sachaca
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Ranked #12 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods; Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Observation Decks/ Towers
Distance  2.1 miles from city centre
Patio del Ekeko
Patio del Ekeko
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Ranked #13 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4 of 5 stars 26 reviews
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
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  0.1 miles from city centre
Chachani
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Ranked #14 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
This large extinct volcano, 6,057 meters in height, rises above Arequipa in southern Peru and is a popular site for climbers.
Attraction type  Volcanos; Mountains
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve
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Ranked #15 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks
Church of San Agustin
Church of San Agustin
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Ranked #16 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Iglesia la Merced
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Ranked #17 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  6.0 miles from city centre
Santa Teresa Convent & Museum of Colonial Art
Santa Teresa Convent & Museum of Colonial Art
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Ranked #18 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Casa del Moral
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Ranked #19 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
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
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Imagine Peru Horseback Rides
Imagine Peru Horseback Rides
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Ranked #20 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Imagine Peru proposes a large variety of rides on Peruvian Paso horses in the volcanic region of Arequipa. You can chose a... more » Owner description: Imagine Peru proposes a large variety of rides on Peruvian Paso horses in the volcanic region of Arequipa. You can chose a half a day ride to discover the pre-Inca cemetery of Coporaque, a 5-day ride with spectacular landscapes (the Colca Canyon - second deepest in the world -, the Chimpa Fortress, the Pinchollo Geyser, the flight of the Condors in the sunset…) or a 4-day ride in the desert from oasis to oasis ! The “Peruvian Paso” is considered as one of the most comfortable horses in the world because of the specific “Paso Llano” with provides a smooth ride. Discover our region by riding a horse is a wonderful way to feel the environment and meet the people. It's open to every level, there is no need of experience. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
La Calera
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Ranked #21 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Hot Springs/ Geysers
Distance  50.7 miles from city centre
Molino de Sabandia
Molino de Sabandia
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Ranked #22 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
The Molino de Sabandía (Sabandía Mill) is a three centuries old water mill, set in the old Arequipa countryside.
Distance  4.6 miles from city centre
Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano
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Ranked #23 of 24 Attractions in Arequipa
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: The Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano (Peruvian-North American Cultural Centre) was established in 1955. It offers... more » Owner description: The Instituto Cultural Peruano Norteamericano (Peruvian-North American Cultural Centre) was established in 1955. It offers English classes and various cultural activities and events throughout the year and has a Spanish-English library, a multimedia center with Internet access, a large theater and two art galleries with monthly exhibitions. It has an outdoor cafe. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Libraries
Distance  2.5 miles from city centre
Museo Santury
Museo Santury
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Museum of the archaeology of the Andes, with videos, and sometimes displays, of mummies found in the region.
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
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