Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa

As a student I paid 5 sol, I got a guided tour of the cathedral, the museum and the bell tower. It was spectacular! No pictures were allowed in the museum but some pieces were breathtaking, I highly recommend. The bell tower had a fantastic view of the Plaza de Armas! Throughout the tour Percy, our tour guide, spoke Spanish to others in my group but changed to speak English to me and my sister. He was amazing!!

The Basílica Catedral de Arequipa is not just an architectural marvel — it’s a living monument to the city’s resilience, faith, and cultural identity. Whether you're a history lover, architecture enthusiast, or just wandering through Arequipa's beautiful center, this cathedral demands your time and admiration. It’s the heart of the White City — and it absolutely feels like it.

Beautiful church and plaza in the area. Recommend to go inside if you have the possibility.

This is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in the world. I must say the architecture is unique. All made in white volcano lava stone. I did not pay any money to enter but I just went to pray. I must say you can take a private tour and walk further down into the convent, I adore the sculpture of Lucifer.

Ten soles for the ticket and whatever you want to pay for the mandatory tour. The guide only delivered the tour in Spanish but he was immensely friendly, knowledgeable and humorous. They take you to the museum (no photos or videos) and the rooftop. Absolutely worth the time and money and then some.

Nice cathedral with good views from the rooftop. You must have a guide before you can enter so do have to wait for that but the guide is good. I’d prefer (and recommend) a fixed fee ticket price including the guide to make it more transparent.

Worth visiting. Not being used to hold regular mass except for special occassions, same as the Lima cathedral that been turned into a museum. Need to enter the museum to view the interior of the cathedral. The entrance is on the left side. The ticket to museum is accompanied by a guide. Beautiful architecture. No picture taking on the gold and silver collections at the exhibits. Youll be able to climb on the roof deck to see the bell towers and the views of the mountains and volcano surrounding Arequipa.

Unintentional visit/guided tour as our Tour Leader took us here. Very large pipe organ. Big bells close up!!!!!! Excellent view from roof, one way volcano, t'other the square. 10 sol entrance (+ compulsory tip for guide) Some old fancy robes and (as per usual in religious premises of ancient type)gold/silver and gems. Interesting carved pulpit