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4-Hour Arequipa Walking Tour with Santa Catalina Convent

4 Hours Round trip from Alameda San Lázaro Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire the Basilica Cathedral amid scenic mountain views
  • 02 Stroll along San Francisco Street lined with beautiful colonial architecture
  • 03 Explore the charming neighbourhoods of San Lázaro and Tambos
  • 04 Visit the beautiful Santa Catalina Convent

Discover the rich culture and history of Peru's former capital on this 4-hour experience in Arequipa. Admire the Basilica Cathedral set against scenic mountain views, stroll along San Francisco Street as you take in beautiful colonial-era buildings, and explore the charming neighbourhoods of San Lázaro and Tambos. The tour concludes with a visit to the beautiful Santa Catalina Convent.

The beautiful portals and church cloisters of the cathedral create a magnificent architectural complex that is truly a sight to behold.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Arequipa
Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Arequipa's Historic Neighbourhoods and Landmarks

  • Meet your tour guide at your accommodation in Arequipa and begin your journey.

  • Stroll through the traditional neighbourhood of San Lázaro.

  • Make your way to the San Francisco area and visit its pretty plazas and churches. Walk along San Francisco Street as you admire the beautiful colonial architecture and large, elegant houses.

  • Continue to the main plaza and visit the Basilica Cathedral. The beautiful portals and church cloisters of the cathedral create a magnificent architectural complex that is truly a sight to behold.

  • Walk around the old, charming neighbourhood of Tambos and conclude your tour with a visit to the Santa Catalina Convent.

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa against mountain views, San Francisco Street colonial houses, Santa Catalina Convent cloisters

Where this trip takes you

Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa against mountain views, San Francisco Street colonial houses, Santa Catalina Convent cloisters

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Alameda San Lázaro 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Peruvian tour guide

  • Entry tickets

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips and gratuities

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Arequipa, Peru
Tour start
Alameda San Lázaro, Arequipa 04001, Peru
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Alameda San Lázaro.

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