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Plaza de Armas

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Plaza de Armas

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Plaza de Armas
4.5
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#2 of 76 things to do in Arequipa
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
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Serving as the focus of urban life and evening activities, this elegant grand square features graceful colonnades, swaying palms and lush gardens.
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Restaurants
632 within 5 kms
Mumis
155
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Peruvian • Latin
La Plaza Bar & Grill
640
19 m$$ - $$$ • Peruvian • Bar • Fusion
Sunset Rooftop Bar
150
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Peruvian • Bar • Pub
El Buda Profano
462
0.3 km$ • Japanese • Sushi • Vegetarian Friendly
Ocacao Chocolatería
197
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Belgian • Brew Pub
Alma Bar Restaurante
495
0.4 km$$$$ • Peruvian • Latin • International
Chaqchao Organic Chocolates
769
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Cafe • Gastropub
Dimas
549
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Peruvian • Latin • Vegetarian Friendly
La Despensa
303
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Italian • European
Zig Zag Restaurant
4,866
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
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Attractions
71 within 10 kms
Casa Museo Villalobos
71
57 mSpeciality Museums
Historic Centre of Arequipa
2,023
72 mHistoric Sites
Iglesia de la Compania de Jesus
594
60 mPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Historic Walking Areas
Museo Santuarios Andinos
1,560
0.1 kmHistory Museums
Museo de la Catedral de Arequipa
1,089
70 mSpeciality Museums • Churches & Cathedrals
San Francisco Plaza, Church and Monastery
292
0.1 kmLibraries • Religious Sites
Church of San Agustin
125
0.2 kmReligious Sites
Tristan del Pozo (Continental Bank Exhibition Gallery)
46
0.1 kmArt Galleries
Villa Fortuna Casino
5
0.1 kmCasinos
Pares y Nones
4
0.2 kmCasinos
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Popular mentions
4.5
3,842 reviews
Excellent
2,298
Very good
1,311
Average
213
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10
Terrible
10
Matt T
Lima, Lima, Peru15 contributions
Beautiful plaza with colonial era cathedral
Jan. 2022
Just relaxing to sit on one of the benches and watch life pass by. Lots of families and couples on the weekends, feels very safe.
Written 14 May 2022
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Tommy Patrick R
Michigan19 contributions
Pay the 10 soles for the Basilica Cathedral tour
Apr. 2022 • Solo
The tour let me see so much of this spectacular place, and it really is not even $3 US. I was overcome by the beauty and spiritual feelings while there. Even though raised Christian, I study Buddhism, Yoga, Druidry, and more, and I don’t care what your faith is, you will feel the presence of what I call The Force and most call God while in this place if you let yourself.
Written 26 April 2022
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Matars_Z
Washington DC, DC546 contributions
Magnificent Mayhem
Dec. 2021
Many may find the beauty in the structures and landscaping - and beautiful they are - but the real marvel of this place is the constant neverending human element - you don't quite know where to look, or what to look at, there is so much happening, and it is all beautiful and alive.
Written 9 January 2022
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becky n
Washington DC, DC12 contributions
Nice place !
Nov. 2021
We have been here for a few hours, we really enjoye to see the local people and the local birds!

There is people that sells food for the birds and you can feed them!
Written 30 November 2021
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lyncoutillon
New York City, NY23 contributions
Nice Plaza de Armas
Nov. 2021 • Couples
One of the most amazing plqza de armas in Peru, as nicest as the one located in Cusco city. surrounded by the cathedral and the portales
Written 25 November 2021
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RichardK938
West Palm Beach, FL663 contributions
Great City Plaza
Apr. 2021
This is a gorgeous city plaza filled with palm trees, fountains and surrounded by colonial Spanish buildings and cathedrals. Lots of people outside despite COVID but such a shame to see so many masks instead of faces. These people don't realize that the virus is not contagious outdoors. Very sad.
Written 5 May 2021
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GrahamP113
Witham, UK1,530 contributions
Part of city tour
Feb. 2020 • Couples
What a beautiful square in the old town. A peaceful area to sit and enjoy the world go by. The area is well laid out and plenty of space to chill
Written 29 February 2020
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Jorit N
West Melton, New Zealand111 contributions
Very nice plaza
Jan. 2020 • Family
This is one of the most beautiful places we have visited in our time in South America. Great central place to get back to and head out for the next stop. Lots of restaurants and shops to rest as well.
Written 21 February 2020
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Nancy G
Winnipeg, Canada18 contributions
A perfect place to stay and explore when in Arequipa!
Feb. 2020 • Friends
So much to see and do! Shopping, tours, spa? A perfect getaway from the hustle of big city Peru! Very relaxing, lean and friendly. A must on your Peru itinerary!
Written 20 February 2020
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DonCesar
Nuremberg, Germany2,030 contributions
Arches
Feb. 2020 • Couples
Interesting and one of the few landmarks on the city, the church with its arches give it personality, with stores and restaurants around.
Written 15 February 2020
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