Overview
The Yanahuara Viewpoint, about a 20-minute walk from central Arequipa, features white sillar stone arches that frame iconic views of Misti Volcano and the city below. Each arch bears an inscription from notable Arequipeño figures. On clear days, three volcanoes — Misti, Chachani, and Pichu Pichu — are visible at once. The Yanahuara Church (1750) nearby is another fine example of sillar architecture. A sunset visit paints the volcanoes in stunning red tones. Free entry. About 20 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by taxi from the center.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Travel Tips
Visit at sunset for the best photos of the volcano bathed in red light. Ice cream vendors nearby sell queso helado (traditional Arequipa ice cream) — try one.
Hotels near Yanahuara Viewpoint (Mirador de Yanahuara)
Hotels and guesthouses in Arequipa, Yanahuara, Arequipa
Other attractions in Arequipa
Colca Canyon
A canyon deeper than the Grand Canyon, where you can watch Andean condors soar.
Santa Catalina Monastery
A 16th-century monastery the size of a small town, striking for its vibrantly coloured buildings.
Misti Volcano
Arequipa's guardian — a 5,822m cone-shaped volcano visible from anywhere in the city.
Plaza de Armas (Arequipa)
Arequipa's central square, framed by a white volcanic-stone cathedral and elegant arcades.
Museo Santuarios Andinos (Juanita Museum)
A museum displaying 'Juanita,' the Inca ice maiden sacrificed centuries ago.
Sillar Route (Ruta del Sillar)
A unique tour through the white volcanic-stone quarries that built Arequipa.
Chivay Hot Springs (La Calera)
Natural open-air hot springs near Colca Canyon, with Andean mountain views from the pools.