Archaeological Museum of the UNSA, Arequipa
Situated just a few minutes walking distance from Piaza de Armas, the Archaeological Museum of the UNSA (National University of San Agustin) attracts visitors with its fascinating collections of archeological objects. The items on display have been found by university-sponsored archeological excavations conducted over the last 35 years. Inca textiles, ceramic pieces from the Inca and Huari, pottery, Pre-Columbian stone and metal objects, Mantos mosaics and the skeletal remains of Inca human sacrifice subjects, as well as valuable gold and silver jewelry are all beautifully displayed in this museum.
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Sight Name: Archaeological Museum of the UNSA
Sight Location: Arequipa, Peru (See walking tours in Arequipa)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Sight Location: Arequipa, Peru (See walking tours in Arequipa)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery
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Walking Tours in Arequipa, Peru
Create Your Own Walk in Arequipa
Creating your own self-guided walk in Arequipa is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Museums and Galleries Tour
Arequipa is a popular tourist destination in Peru. This charming city offers a variety of attractions, including fascinating museums and galleries. See everything from mummies and traditional art to historical artifacts and important archeological finds. Take this self-guided walking tour to discover Arequipa's best museums and galleries.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour
Capital of the eponymous region of Peru, Arequipa is a colonial-era city rich in architecture built of the volcanic stone provided by three neighboring volcanoes. The historic downtown area of Arequipa is dominated by Plaza de Armas complete with a plethora of ancient churches located nearby, of which the most notable is the 17th-century Basilica Cathedral. This orientation tour will walk you... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles
Top Religious Sites
Colonists from Spain brought to Peru and Arequipa the power of Catholicism, which is beautifully reflected today in the splendid architectural designs of Arequipa's numerous places of worship. Arequipa’s churches are among the most striking in Peru. Take this self-guided walking tour to explore the city's religious heritage.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles