Huaraz
Top Places to Visit
Parque Nacional Huascaran
Huascarán National Park (Spanish: Parque Nacional Huascarán) is a national park in the Cordillera Blanca, a range of the Andes, in Ancash of central Peru. It ... more
Plaza De Armas
The Plaza de Armas (Literally "Weapons' Square" but better translated to Parade Square or Parade ground) is the name for the main square in many Hispanic ... more
Top Places to Eat
Chifas
Chifas, there are several in town. Their dishes are cheap and feed two. And in contrast to Peruvian cuisine they tend to sneak in some veggies.
La Brasa Roja
La Brasa Roja, Luzuriaga 919. Great place for meat lovers, highly recommended (and frequented) by locals. Slightly upscale. The roasted chicken (S./9.50) and ... more
Siam De Los Andes
Siam de los Andes. A traditional Thai restaurant in the middle of small-town Peru, serves up delicious curry and stir fry dishes. Price range: moderate: 15-50 ...
Jirón José Olaya
Jirón José Olaya, Jirón José Olaya is the only street that remained intact through Huaraz' various earthquakes. It gives a good indication of what the town once... more
Fuente De Salud
Fuente de Salud. Jose de la Mar 562, Very cheap, very tasty vegetarian food. Highly recommended for vegetarians and those who are feeling the effects of ...
Creperie Patrick
Creperie Patrick, Av. Luzurriaga 422. A well-known restaurant that serves up many different styles of sweet or savory crêpes, Creperie Patrick is also known to ... more
Top Places for Nightlife
13 Buhos Bar
Jose de la Mar & Simon Bolivar
, Huaraz
13 Buhos Bar, Jose de la Mar & Simon Bolivar (2nd floor, above Makondo's bar). The owner, Lucho (who bears an uncanny resemblance to George Clooney), brews ... more
California Café
California Café, Jr. 28 de Julio, 568. Café with a big book exchange, also doubles as library. The Californian owner organizes ultimate frisbee matches every ... more
El Tambo
El Tambo, 2 blocks from Plaza Ginebra. Popular weekend club (slow on Thursday) that plays mostly salsa with short sets of house, reggaeton, and American music. ...
Cafe Andino
Cafe Andino, 2 blocks from the Plaza de Armas, closed Mondays and January/ February. Delicious espresso and other coffee beverages. Can buy beans too. Excellent... more
Top Activity Places
Hotsprings
Hotsprings. There are two hotsprings nearby. The first one is called Monterrey which is about 10 km north of the center of Huaraz and accessible by Combi#1 ... more
The Santa Cruz Trek
The Santa Cruz Trek takes 3-4 days and can be done independently or with a guide. There are numerous places in Huaraz where one can rent equipment if need be. ... more
Visit Parks And Squares
Visit parks and squares, When the weather is good visit one of the nice squares (Plaza de Armas, Plaza de Belen) or parks (Park at Iglesia San Francisco). Just ... more
