Arequipa Nights
Follow the smoky aromas of Arequipa's night food scene through markets, and generations-old family recipes.
Hosted by one of our Arequipa tastemakers
Experience hosted by Paola, Dario & other local tastemaker guides
What you can expect
Arequipa food tour - There’s something magical about Arequipa after sunset. The white volcanic stone of the historic centre glows beneath the streetlights, the surrounding volcanoes fade into the evening mist and the scent of charcoal grills, roasted meats and bubbling stews drifts through the cool mountain air.
The essentials
Destination
Arequipa, Peru
Duration
3.5-4 hours
Tastings
15+ tastings
Language
English
Days of the week
Mon–Sat
Group size
Small group up to 8 guests
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Transport
Walking tour
Included
- More tastings than any other Arequipa food tour
- Smallest group size in Arequipa
- Led by Arequipa tastemaker guides
- Bottled water and other drinks included
Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
Field archive
Route notes
Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.
Begin beneath the honey-white walls of Iglesia Santo Domingo. As the city begins to cool, the streets slowly come alive with the sounds and aromas of the evening ahead. It's the perfect place to step into the culinary heart of Peru's White City.
Tastemaker’s notes
“Almost every historic building in Arequipa is carved from volcanic stone.”
Start strong with crisp picarones. Fresh from the fryer, they're drizzled with warm spiced syrup while still piping hot. Crisp at the edges, soft in the middle, they're one of Peru's great street food classics.
You’ll try
Peruvian beignet
Tastemaker’s notes
“Picarones have been sweetening Peruvian streets since colonial times.”
Produce piled high. Vendors call across crowded aisles. Knives tap chopping boards. Locals stop for a bite and catch up over food. Beneath ironwork attributed to the workshop of Gustave Eiffel, Mercado San Camilo has been the beating heart of Arequipa's food scene for generations.
Tastemaker’s notes
“The best way to understand a city is to visit its market.”
Stop at a generations-old queso helado vendor. Churned the traditional way. Rich, creamy and finished with a dusting of cinnamon. Some things don't need improving.
You’ll try
Queso helado
Tastemaker’s notes
“Despite the name, there's not a gram of cheese in it.”
Field notes
Included
More tastings than any other Arequipa food tour, Smallest group size in Arequipa, Led by Arequipa tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.
Not included
Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.
Meeting point
Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.
Good to know
Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Dietary honesty
Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.
Cancellation
Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.
Meet your tastemakers
Paola
Paola P
Paola leads this tour in Arequipa — one of our chef-guides on the ground. Ask them anything: they've spent years finding the counters, kitchens and stalls behind the door.
Meeting point
Where the tour starts (and ends).
Iglesia Santo Domingo
Iglesia Santo Domingo, C. Santo Domingo, Arequipa 04001, Peru
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An evening of charcoal smoke, family recipes and the stories behind them. From US$59 per guest.