10 Romantic Places to Visit in Arequipa

We know one of the best travel companies is your partner. They get to know each other much better, share wonderful bonds and anecdotes that unite them and help them grow as a couple.

Therefore, we tell you about the best romantic places in Arequipa so that you can learn more about the white city while you get to know each other.

Alameda of the Bolognesi Bridge and the Misti Volcano

This beautiful boulevard has an impressive view of the Bolognesi Bridge and the Misti Volcano, and belongs to the historic center of the white city.

Formerly, in this place there were chicherías, gambling houses, and a large ship. This boulevard was built due to the need to have public recreational areas for the people of the time.

Los Claustros de La Compañía

It is one of the most beautiful religious monuments in the city and one of the busiest places to visit in Arequipa. The temple itself has great architectural art that keeps and shows a lot of history. These environments are full of charm and stand out for their originality and decoration.

This setting is so beautiful that it has been chosen many times by newly married couples for their post-wedding session due to the charming background they provide for this type of photo session.

The charm of the place also endows it with a certain romanticism that makes it the perfect place for a fairy tale proposal that will give the bride the feeling of being in the courtyard of her own palace.

Monasterio de Santa Catalina

It is one of the most important viceregal architecture monuments in Arequipa and the oldest, since it was open to the public since the 1970s. The visits allow you to discover the site museum and the history that the complex has been built for more than 400 years. It is open to the public in the mornings and afternoons from Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from 10 am to noon.

In addition, we all know that one of the best moments to share is during food, for this reason, we tell you that the Trattoria del Monasterio is one of the best in the whole place and has the most exquisite Italian food but with a lot of Arequipeño flavor.

Viewpoint of Carmen Alto

The Carmen Alto viewpoint is located a few kilometers from the city of Arequipa and allows one of the most privileged views of the city and the Misti volcano. This moment is one of the most special when seeing the immensity of the city next to your favorite person. As in the Monastery, there are places with delicious food very close to it and there are for all kinds of healthy and tasty tastes.

The Yanahuara Viewpoint

It is the most privileged place in the area for being central and allowing you to see the Misti in all its splendor. If you have planned your trip ahead of time, you can stay in one of the best hotels in the capital with your partner just a few minutes from the Plaza de Armas.

The highlight of staying at the Libertador hotel is that for an unforgettable stay you can have one of its suites that stand out for luxury and elegance.

We like this hotel because it is a complete establishment that has its own restaurant and bar, so in addition to spending the night there, you could plan a perfect dinner with comforting drinks in the comfort of your suite.

Sabandia Mill

If you don’t know what to do in Arequipa, you can seek inspiration by going to the Sabandia mill; a jewel of the rural architecture of the city. This is located just 20 minutes from the city of Arequipa and is a magical place for couples who love outdoor spaces.

Colca Canyon

The Colca Canyon is one of the favorite tourist places in Arequipa for visitors; and no one can deny that its charm can be seen for miles. It is perfect for couples who love trekking and who seek to see its beauty more closely.

Pasaje de La Catedral

This small passage that goes from Santa Catalina street to San Francisco street, borders the back of the cathedral. In this you will find many bars, as well as places to spend time as a couple or with friends, which tell a lot of history and memories of the locals. It is the ideal place to spend a good evening, a place of recreation for a weekend.

Chachani volcano

It is located 55 kilometers from the city of Arequipa. It is considered one of the easiest mountains to climb over 6,000 meters and for this reason, it is one of the favorites for lovers of trekking. Although the safest thing is to do this activity in a group and with guides, since we are not talking about something simple, but about a mountain of more than 6,000 meters.

Chilina Bridge


The Chilina Bridge has many obstacles in its history but today it has a length of 562 meters, making it the largest bridge in Peru. But hey, what’s so special about a bridge? Its secret is that it was declared a cultural heritage of humanity and the visitor who arrives at the place will be able to verify it by the beautiful countryside and the volcanoes that distinguish the white city.

What are you waiting for? There are no excuses to deprive yourself of these wonderful places and even better if it is in the company of your partner. Do not forget to share this information with the people you love the most and who are lovers of this type of place.