Arequipa Walking Tour: Historic Center and Santa Catalina

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Arequipa, Peru

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Arequipa on foot in a small group of a maximum of 8 travelers. Tour its historic center, see the colonial architecture built in sillar and visit the emblematic Monastery of Santa Catalina accompanied by a professional guide. Tickets are included, so you can enjoy the experience without worrying about additional payments.

What's Included

Entrance tickets to tourist places.
Professional Tourism Guide
Private transportation
Pick up from the hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Plaza de Armas Arequipa

Central part of the Plaza de Armas of the city of Arequipa.

End point
Santa Catalina Monastery

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa

    We begin our tour in San Lázaro, the oldest neighborhood in the city, characterized by its charming narrow streets and majestic mansions built with ashlar.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery)

    An outstanding example of the typical architecture of Arequipa, which dazzles with its ornamentation.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Plaza de Armas

    We continue our walk in the Plaza de Armas, where you will receive a detailed explanation about the history of the Cathedral. You can admire the impressive bronze fountain and the portals that surround the square.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus

    We will explore the dome and the interior of the temple, adorned with carved wooden altarpieces covered in gold leaf. A church that resembles an art gallery with paintings from the Cusqueña and Arequipeña school.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Historical Centre of the City of Arequipa

    We will continue our tour in the Traditional Neighborhood of Solar and the Tambo El Matadero, places that were epicenters of various commercial activities, including the famous barter of products from the coast and the mountains.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Monasterio de Santa Catalina

    We will end our visit at the Monastery of Santa Catalina, an authentic jewel of colonial architecture dating back to the 16th century. This monastery housed hundreds of nuns and is distinguished by its narrow alleys and cloisters adorned with colorful flowers, as well as walls decorated with frescoes. The narrow corridors will take you to different parts of the convent, offering you a journey in time through picturesque corners.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can carry a baby stroller
Supplied by PERUVIAN CULTURE TRAVEL

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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