Arequipa Walking City Tour & Juanita Mummy
Duration
3 hour(s)
Languages
English
Skip the line
Included
Explore historic streets of Arequipa old town
Discover colonial churches and traditional mansions
Learn about local history culture and traditions
Visit the renowned Andean Sanctuaries Museum
€ 91.49
€ 84.17
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Adult (17 - 99)
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This guided walking experience takes place in the historic center of Arequipa one of Peru most beautiful colonial cities. As you explore its UNESCO listed streets you will discover elegant mansions grand churches and buildings constructed from white volcanic stone reflecting the city rich history and architectural heritage. The tour offers insight into Arequipa cultural traditions local life and reputation as a center of Peruvian gastronomy.
A key highlight of the tour is a visit to the Andean Sanctuaries Museum where visitors learn about ancient Andean civilizations and their rituals. The museum houses remarkably preserved mummies including the famous Juanita or Sarita depending on the season. With expert commentary and carefully curated exhibits this experience provides a deep cultural and historical understanding of southern Peru.
Admission to Andean Sanctuaries Museum
Local museum guide in multiple languages
Guided walking tour in historic center
Hotel pickup from central Arequipa locations
Food & drinks
Gratuities
Weather-appropriate clothing
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Water Bottle
Camera
Not wheelchair accessible
Passport required
Public transportation nearby
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Activity Provider: Tangol Tours
Customer Reviews
Mag
I really enjoyed the visit- our guide expleined a lot of hypothesis-because it is not possible to find out the only story behind descovery. Nice artefacts say as much as hide. The exhibition is small but worth visiting. Do not have the problem with tip for guide- it is still not very expensive for all the information. And yes there is no real Juanita- just precise copy- frankly speaking what’s the difference? Unless you are a high class specialist
Aida
The entrance fee is 25 soles, and it’s mandatory to visit the museum with a guide. However, the guide is not included in the ticket price, you have to pay extra, which makes no sense if it’s a required part of the visit. The tour goes at the guide’s pace and in the order they choose, so you can’t really take your time to read or explore everything. The famous “Juanita” mummy is actually just a copy, and even though it’s not the real one, they still keep it inside a sort of freezer — which also doesn’t make much sense. Overall, it’s not worth it and feels like a robbery.
Rebecca
Don't be put off by the other reviews! We saw interesting artefacts, we weren't rushed, the lady who gave English tour was pleasant and the tip was only mentioned at the end. The fact that the 'mummy' is a real life replica is a good thing imo...I don't enjoy seeing real human dead bodies!
Cara
As mentioned, the guide is mandatory. Entrance fee is 25 soles plus tip. Our guide did not rush and left time for questions but we would have preferred to read the signs. The entire tour lasted only 20 minutes. The spiel did seem to gloss over what was effectively quite a brutal (I appreciate by modern standards) child murder and frame it as a privilege. But I guess that’s a matter of personal taste. I am quoting another reviewer below because I agree 100% with them. I found limited value beyond what's readily available online (like the Wikipedia article on Mummy Juanita). I understand why the actual mummy isn't displayed for preservation reasons, but paying 30 soles (25 + 5 tip) for pottery, dolls, and textiles felt excessive. I'm disappointed and feel robbed. In my opinion, not worth the cost for what's offered.
Thomas
Infos/Tips: - It is clearly forbidden to take pictures inside the museum - It cost 25 SOL (without guide tip) - When buying a ticket, you will be assigned to a specific hour and a group (Spanish, English or French) - You CANNOT visit the museum without a guide - The visit of the museum take approximately 1 hours (You have the guided tour for 45 to 50 minutes) and then there is another room you can do at your own pace without a guide The Museo Santuarios Andinos is most famous for housing the well-preserved mummy of “Juanita,” also known as the “Ice Maiden,” an Inca girl who was sacrificed around 500 years ago on the summit of Mount Ampato. The museum provides a fascinating insight into Inca rituals, beliefs, and the scientific discoveries related to the mummy, as well as a few others