Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour, Arequipa

Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour (Self Guided), Arequipa

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 through all the major historic sights of Arequipa.
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Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour Map

Guide Name: Arequipa Introduction Walking Tour
Guide Location: Peru » Arequipa (See other walking tours in Arequipa)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles

Sights Featured in This Walk

Plaza de Armas (Arms Square)
Iglesia de la Compania (Church of the Company)
Iglesia de La Merced (Church of La Merced)
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
Cathedral of Arequipa
Iglesia de San Agustin (San Agustin Church)
Casa del Moral (House of the Mulberry Tree)
Saint Catalina Gallery
Guillermo Zegarra Meneses Municipal Historical Museum
Iglesia San Francisco (San Francisco Church)
Calle San Francisco (Saint Francisco Street)

Walking Tours in Arequipa, Peru

Create Your Own Walk in Arequipa

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.
Historical Churches

Historical Churches

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