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10-Day Adventure in Arequipa: Exploring the City's Hidden Gems

Elena Pizarro Cc.

3 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through Arequipa, Peru, discovering its vibrant culture, stunning architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. Join us as we explore the city's hidden gems, from charming plazas to delicious picanterias, and experience the true essence of Arequipa.

Trip to Arequipa

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$7

Quilla Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Plaza de Yanahuara

Peaceful park with palm & flower-lined paths, plus a viewpoint looking toward El Misti volcano.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Puente Grau

Built in the late 1800s, this elegant bridge is known for its unobstructed views of Misti volcano.

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Casta Fior

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$2

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Eco Brunch

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$3

Day 2

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$14

·

$ 1

Orgäanika Perú Coffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$5

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Plaza Umachiri

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Yanahuara Scenic Overlook

Viewpoint with a series of engraved arches & panoramic vistas of Arequipa city & the Misti volcano.

9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Picanteria La Dorita

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$7

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Picanteria Ocopa

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 3

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$15

·

$ 1

Juan valdez

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Zoo Mundo

Compact home to big cats, Andean condors & an aquarium, plus snack & souvenir stalls.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

11 - 14 min

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Directions

La Lucila

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$2

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Alla Bella Roma

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 4

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$15

·

$ 1

Picanteria El Sombrero Arequipeno

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Plaza de Characato

9:00 AM - 9:20 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Picantería "La Benita"

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Taqueria El Toro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$5

Day 5

+

$7

Los Balcones de Venecia

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Plaza de Armas Arequipa

Monumental plaza, home to Arequipa's cathedral & colonial buildings housing restaurants & cafes.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Cafés Valenzuela

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$2

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Cafe & Mas Aqp

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 6

+

$17

·

$ 1

San Guchito

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$3

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Sabandía mill

Picturesque attraction featuring a 17th-century flour mill in a tranquil, natural environment.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$6

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Fu Hua

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

8 - 10 min

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Directions

La Alemana

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$2

Day 7

+

$0

Day 8

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$14

Restaurante Los Robles

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Selva Alegre Park

Relaxing destination featuring an artificial lake for boating, kids' play areas & a small zoo.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Uno79

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Lakshmivan

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 9

+

$0

Day 10

+

$27

La Despensa

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Santa Catalina Monastery

This sizable 16th-century monastery of Dominican nuns is open to the public & has guided tours.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Tanta

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Pizzeria Marengo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$5

Budget breakdown: $117 In total

Activities & Food:$114

Transport:$3