Arequipa: Travel Information

Area code: 054

Tourism Police: 20 12 58

Medical Services: Clinica Arequipa (25 34 24)

*Emergencies las 24 hours

Money

You will find Global ATMs inside Casona Santa Catalina and the bus terminal. Moneychangers are found east of the “Plaza de Armas” (Main Square).

Climate

During the year temperatures rarely rise over 25°C (77°F) or drop under 10°C (50°F). The rainy season lasts from December to March and is characterized by the presence of clouds in the afternoon and little rainfall. In winter (June and July) the temperature drops to an average of 10°C (50°F) but the dry climate helps to feel the cold less intensely.

What to do on your own?

• Visit San Camilo’s market, a place full of colors and tastes.
• Stroll by Mercaderes St. where commerce takes place in a beautiful environment full of colonial architecture.
• Walk through the peaceful Yanahuara district and discover why Arequipa is called “The White city”.

Where to eat?

Hatunpa

208 Ugarte St.

Budget: 10 – 20 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

"The flavors here are spot on; the combinations and the quality of this cozy restaurant will surprise you".

Crepisimo

208 Santa Catalina St.

Budget: 8 – 20 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

"A place to sit down and enjoy great crepes, good coffee and excellent service".

Picanteria “La nueva Palomino”

122 Pasaje Leoncio Prado St. Yanahuara

Budget: 15-35 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

Arequipa is known all over Peru for its food. This traditional restaurant known as “Pincanteria” offers all of the classic dishes.

Zig Zag

210 – 212 Zela St.

Budget: 15 – 40 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

"Recognized as one of the best restaurants in Southern Peru. Zig Zag delivers over the top food in an astonishing setting".