One-day itinerary · Pérou et Andes centrales · Pérou
What to see in one day in Arequipa: 5 churches not to miss
Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of Arequipa in a single day.
1.5 km on foot · about 3 h with visits
Stop 1
Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa
Cathedral · Arequipa Province
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 2 · 0.2 km from the previous stop
Jesuit Church, Arequipa
Church · Arequipa Province
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 3 · 0.6 km from the previous stop
Santa Catalina Monastery
Church · Arequipa Province
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 4 · 0.2 km from the previous stop
Basilica and Convent of San Francisco de Arequipa
Sanctuary · Arequipa Department
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 5 · 0.5 km from the previous stop
Santa Marta
Church · Arequipa Province
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guide
Tips for the day
- Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
- Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
- Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.
Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.