Walking Tour Arequipa: Explore the Rich History of the White City on Foot
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Arequipa
The Walking City Tour, alternatively known as the pedestrian tour, allows you to discover the iconic locations of Arequipa city by foot. It offers the chance to delve into the roots of the acclaimed ‘White City’, exploring the historical, artistic, and cultural treasures within its structures.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Plaza de Armas - visitaremos la plaza de arma, donde podemos apreciar las bóvedas del centro y la arquitectura colonial predominante
- Museo de la Catedral de Arequipa - los claustros de la Compañía de Jesús
- Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery) - We will visit the Casa Tristán del Pozo, a building whose facade is the recognition as the center of creation of Peru and Latin America.
- Historic Centre of Arequipa - - Plaza e Iglesia San Francisco
What's Included
- Experienced and knowledgeable guide
What's Not Included
- Food
- Drinks
- Tickets
Location
Plaza de Armas
09:00 A.M We will start the City Tour from the Plaza de Armas of Arequipa where the history of the Cathedral of Arequipa and the portals that surround it will be explained with details.
Next, we will go to the Church of the Company where we will comment on the history of the church and its construction.
We will move to the left side of the Church of the Company to visit the Cloisters of the Society of Jesus, a place that has sculpted ashlar arches, beautiful corridors; currently occupied by small restaurants, cafes and commercial establishment.
We will visit the Casa Tristán del Pozo, a building whose façade is worthy of recognition as the center of creation of Peru and Latin America.
Finally, we will go to Plaza and Church of San Francisco, also known as the San Francisco Complex, where the church, the monastery and the mestizo-style square converge.
11:00 A.M - End of the City Tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Casamare16
Apr 23, 2024
Walking tour well worth the walk! - Excellent walking tour of Arequipa with Ronald. He provided interesting history on the city and Peru. We visited some interesting sites in the city. A great introduction to this wonderful city.
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