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Juanita Mummy
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Arequipa Walking City Tour & Juanita Mummy

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Arequipa, Peru
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About this activity

Discover Arequipa's UNESCO-listed colonial heart on foot, then visit the renowned Andean Sanctuaries Museum to encounter Juanita, one of Peru's most famous ice mummies preserved for over 500 years. This 3-hour tour blends architectural history with world-class archaeology in Peru's second-largest city.


Visit the beautiful historic center of the city of Arequipa, and uncover its historical buildings and imposing colonial churches and mansions.

This walking tour will lead you to discover this impressive city, which holds much history, culture, and one of Peru`s finest cuisines.

Explore the Andean Sanctuaries Museum at the Catholic University of Santa María, and be amazed by its incredible collection of mummies, as well as their pristine state of preservation.

Highlights

  • ✓UNESCO World Heritage colonial centre with baroque churches and mansions
  • ✓Andean Sanctuaries Museum at Catholic University of Santa María
  • ✓Close encounter with Juanita, the 15th-century ice mummy
  • ✓Expert insights into Arequipa's cultural significance and Andean history
  • ✓Gateway to understanding pre-Incan and colonial Peru

Insider tips

  • ★The museum's preservation techniques are exceptional—ask your guide about the climate-controlled displays that keep the mummies intact
  • ★Arequipa's colonial architecture is best photographed in morning light; join early tours to capture the best shots of the plazas
  • ★The city's high altitude (2,335m) may affect some visitors; take it slow on the walking sections and stay hydrated

Good to know

  • •3-hour duration includes both walking and museum time; wear comfortable shoes with good grip
  • •Combination of outdoor walking and indoor museum visits; bring layers for temperature changes
  • •Meeting point and hotel pickup details provided upon booking confirmation
  • •Museum photography policies may restrict flash or tripods—confirm with your guide

Who it's for

History and archaeology enthusiastsCultural travellers interested in colonial PeruFirst-time visitors to Arequipa seeking an efficient overviewFamilies with school-age children (museum appeals to varied ages)

Best time to visit

Visit in the dry season (May–October) for clear skies and comfortable walking conditions. Morning departures are ideal to beat afternoon crowds at the museum and capture better light for photography.

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