Things to Do in Arequipa
Take a free tour of Arequipa and discover its art, culture, incredible views, stories, and legends with fun and passionate local guides who will show you the city like you never imagined before.
We will visit:
* The Plaza de Armas (the place where the city was founded)
* The Mario Vargas Llosa Public Library, where we will see the coat of arms of Arequipa and a great work of art made of sillar.
* Mundoalpaca, where we will visit the South American camelids typical of the region
* San Lazaro Neighborhood, the oldest neighborhood in the city
* La Canasta Bakery, where you can appreciate our typical breads, as well as the history of the residence of The famous former president of Peru , Mr. Eduardo López del Romaña y Alvizuri
* The Cloisters of the Company of Jesus, a convent dating back to the colonial era with magnificent carvings in sillar
* The highest viewpoint in the city to admire the entire city and its wonderful volcanoes.
These tours offer visitors a great opportunity to learn about Arequipa's traditions, legends, art, music (past and present), free museums, and the best places to go drinking and dancing. We'll show you the highlights of Arequipa through our unique style of combining history with entertainment.
PLACE TO VISIT:
- Main square
- Church of the Company
- Cloister of the Company
- Colonial Houses
- San Lázaro Neighborhood
- Mario Vargas Llosa Library
- San Francisco Square
- Viewpoint to see the volcanoes
- Love Park
Some of the stops listed above may vary slightly depending on the weather and the guide.
I am a local guide with over 15 years of experience and academic training in Gastronomy and Tourism, dedicated to revealing the truth behind the sillar stones. This is not your typical mass agency tour; it is a deep dive into pre-Inca history, colonial mysticism, and the energy of the volcanoes that guard our city.
On this journey through time, we will discover:
San Lázaro and Barrio Solar: The origin and soul of the city, far from the commercial noise.
Mundo Alpaca: The sacred connection with our camelids.
Secrets of Sillar: Why Arequipa vibrates differently from any other city in Peru.
My commitment to you: I will not take you to the "tourist traps" that agencies often promote for commissions. As a gastronomy expert, I will reveal the authentic spots where locals truly eat.
This tour is designed for those who value deep knowledge, respect for local culture, and seek a fair and conscious energy exchange.
AREQUIPA the White City is a city surrounded by a chain of mountains and in it we find three beautiful volcanoes, in this tour you will know its origin of the city built with white volcanic stone (ignimbrite) and the most important thing: its Culture and especially its gastronomy.
We will visit:
- Arms square
- old colonial neighborhood
- Typical house of the colony
- The 1st hotel in the city
- 2nd colonial jail
- The Temple and Cloisters of the Society of Jesus
...also we will have a viewpoint to observe the Volcanoes of the White City.
The tour is lived and recommended.
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On this free tour of Arequipa, you'll discover the most alternative part of Peru's Ciudad Blanca while strolling and learning about its traditions and cuisine.
City bike tour in small groups. A minimum of 2 participants is required to conduct the tour. IF YOU ARE TRAVELING ALONE, PLEASE CHECK IF THERE IS A GROUP.
We visit the historic center of Arequipa by bicycle and learn about the history and culture of Arequipa in a different way. We can take photos of the volcanoes from the viewpoints and traditional neighborhoods. We also visit the Chilina Valley and pass through the agricultural area.
This tour requires a minimum of two participants and can be conducted at two times: in the morning from 08:30 am - 11:30 am and in the afternoon from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
IMPORTANT: The cost of renting the bicycle is $32 USD per person.
We start in front of the Andean Sanctuaries Museum. (La Merced Street 125 Office 138)
Includes professional guide, mountain bikes, helmets, gloves, and a bottle of water.
Suitable for those over 14 years old. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by their parents.
Passengers must bring a copy of their passport, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a hat.
Through our tour you will be able to discover some hidden places in the city and its beautiful architecture, terraces with an impressive view of the city, the volcanoes, in addition to learning about the history, culture, traditions and gastronomy of the city, as well as legends, mysteries and anecdotal data of Arequipa that will surprise you.
If you want to enjoy a free walking tour different from the others, join us
