City tour Arequipa de medio día

Half-DayArequipa, Perú

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Our City Tour in Arequipa begins with pickup from your hotel in the historic center to visit the traditional neighborhoods of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, where you'll enjoy viewpoints overlooking the Misti volcano. Then, you'll visit the Church of the Society of Jesus, known for its colonial ornaments, and finally explore the Santa Catalina Monastery before returning to the city center with a warm farewell from our team.

General information

Partially refundableCancel up to 72 hours in advance to receive a 75% refund.

Duration Check availability for start times.

GuideEnglish, Español

Pickup service includedPickup is available from hotels in the historic center of Arequipa or from an agreed meeting point. Be ready 10 minutes early; the driver will wait only 5 minutes after the scheduled time.

from55.00 USDby person

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What will you do

The City Tour in Arequipa is a great way to begin discovering the city from its roots. During this tour, we’ll visit places that have preserved their history over time — traditional neighborhoods, colonial temples, and areas with unique views. Each stop reveals a different side of Arequipa's past and present, making this more than just a simple city walk.

Itinerary

On a very welcoming day, our team will pick you up from your hotel (within the historic center) between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to take you to our tourist transport.
Once on board, we’ll begin the City Tour in Arequipa by heading to the iconic neighborhoods of Yanahuara and Carmen Alto, considered among the oldest in the city.
As we walk, we’ll stop at some viewpoints perfect for those must-have photos with the Misti volcano in the background.
Then, we’ll visit the Church of the Society of Jesus, a historic temple where you can admire gold and silver treasures as well as paintings from the colonial era.
Afterward, our final stop will be at the Santa Catalina Monastery, one of the most emblematic landmarks in the city, also known for having some of the most beautiful cloisters in Arequipa.
To finish the tour, we’ll return to the city center of Arequipa, where our team will say goodbye with a warm farewell.

What includes

Hotel pickup (Historic center of Arequipa)
Tourist transport
Bilingual guide (English and Spanish)
Entrance tickets to all sites
Snacks and beverages
Tips
Services not mentioned

Important information

What to bring

Comfortable walking clothes
Light jacket or raincoat
Sun hat or cap
Sunscreen
Toilet paper
Water (reusable bottle)
Snacks (dried fruits, bars, etc.)
Original ID or passport
Cash (for purchases or emergencies)
Camera

Before travelling

Get your valid ID or passport ready
Get a good night’s sleep
Acclimate at least one day in Arequipa
Pack a light backpack with water, snacks, and comfortable clothing
Bring local currency in cash for additional expenses

Frequent questions

How long is the City Tour in Arequipa?

This tour usually lasts 4 hours — enough time to explore all the sites and take plenty of great photos.

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