Ica: Travel Information

Area code: 056

Police: 235421

Hospital: 23 47 98

*Emergencies 24 hours

Money

In Ica you will find a bank called BCP in the main square; they change traveler checks and cash. They also have a VISA ATM.

In Huacachina there is a Global ATM right next to El Huacachinero hotel, but it runs out of cash often.

In Nazca, you will find a bank called BCP at 495 Lima St; they change traveler checks and cash. They also have a VISA and MasterCard ATM.

Climate

Ica is dry and sunny even during the winter months, with an average temperature of around 22°C (72°F). Winter nights are cooler 8°C (46°F). Summers are warm and temperatures can reach 36°C (97°F) with presence of strong winds.

Where to eat?

Paracas – El Chaco

Delfin Dorado

Boardwalk in Paracas.

Budget: 30 – 60 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

"Expect decent portions, good presentation and great flavors at this seafront restaurant".

Ica

D’Lizia

155 Lima St.

Budget: 6 – 20 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

This casual cafeteria offers traditional food such as “causas”, “empanadas”, or “papa rellena” as well as set lunch menus for reasonable prices. Try their “cremoladas” and frozen lemonade.

Plaza 125

125 Lima St.

Budget: 15 - 35 Nuevos Soles (menu for 15 Nuevos Soles)

Lunch, Dinner

"This popular clean restaurant is best known for it’s efficient set lunches".

Y punto Restaurante

1266 Conde de Nieva Ave. Urb. Santa Elena

Budget: 30 – 60 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch

"Great atmosphere and top quality Italian food".

Nazca

La Encantada

592 Callao St.

Budget: 25 – 35 Nuevos Soles

Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

"The expression “value for money” best describes this Nazca favorite".