Tacna

Tacna is a city in southern Peru, near the Chilean border. The central Paseo Cívico de Tacna promenade is home to the neo-Renaissance Tacna Cathedral. Nearby is the Parabolic Arch monument, dedicated to soldiers of the War of the Pacific, and the Regional Historical Museum, with documents from that war. Just outside the city, the Campo de la Alianza complex has a war monument, a museum and a cemetery.
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Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
Tacna Cathedral is a stunning neo-renaissance edifice that was constructed in 1875 under the supervision of Gustave Eiffel, the renowned architect who designed the Eiffel Tower. Although it may not be as grandiose as some other cathedrals in Europe, it boasts an exquisite front facade that is particularly striking when viewed at night.
Beautiful Cathedral. Amazing plaza around it. Great tourist destination for some history and great photos.
JP Guarda — Google review
This church has history from decades, is made of volcanic rocks, so looks old. There are restaurants near, so eat and have time to look everything there is not a problem, hope you could enjoy your trip
Johann Cabrera — Google review
It's not so grateful as the others ones in Europe but it has a beautiful frontis. It's better to visit it at night.
Harold Rueda — Google review
Tacna wonderful lovely place beautiful friendly people and the city is very clean I love it. 100% recommended
Fabiola — Google review
This church is located right in the main plaza in Tacna.
Hey Planet Earth — Google review
It's a nice place to visit surrounded by restaurants, resting places, casinos, banks, etc,
J C — Google review
Nice inner architecture and pieces of art.
Fernando Mora Olarte — Google review
It's a great place to be in a mass, however the cathedral needs maintenance.
Luis Anchorena — Google review
XPPX+67J, Av. San Martin, Tacna 23001, PeruTacna Cathedral reservations
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Market
Shopping
Flea & Street Markets
The Mercado Central is a bustling shopping hub that houses various vendors offering fresh fruit, meat and locally made handicrafts. In addition to this, it boasts of popular restaurants that serve delicious breakfast to visitors. The market is well-maintained and clean making it a preferred choice for shoppers who always buy here. One can also find quality Olive oil at the renowned vendor "Comercial Blanquita" G2.
This market is clean ... Neat , I would definitely buy here ALWAYS!
Sisa Waylla (Kusi) — Google review
Its a place where we can experience local food at a fraction of the price compared to tourist restaurants. Very competitive on that matter because there's many Chileans also working there. You can compare it to a huge grocery store and bargain store all in one. Fruits and vegetables are very cheap and they bring them in large quantities, what's favorable to tourists looking for local fruits or veggies because they sell it buy the kilo. I myself got 5 mangoes for a dollar (3.80 soles) and broccoli for 50 cents (about a pound) - that's just a small example. Its not really a touristic place, its a local community commercial center. Still, great to find amazing bargains!
Fernando de Sousa — Google review
Good fresco drinks and breakfast
Tariq Bajwa — Google review
the market the food is expensive and it is messy in terms of stall locations.
Javier Lafuente — Google review
We bought some Olive oil from "Comercial Blanquita" G2
Ricardo E. Unzueta Caycho — Google review
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Neftali Rafael Castillo Vasquez — Google review
Loved it there. When all the ladies come to you to get you to eat at their cafe. Ask for Olga. She is the most friendly, kind and sweetest of them all. I'm the tired one in peach.
Johanna Gierke — Google review
Decent food but way too pricey considering the surroundings inside the market aren't very nice or appealing. Would have rather gone somewhere nicer for the same price
Omar Cardenas — Google review
A traditional place, recently refurbished, with many different things, starting for small convenience stores, with local products, milk, chocolates and any sort of thing for cooking or cleaning. LOL. In the second floor you cand find a nice display of natural juice makers, who tempt you with fresh fruit slices for free like mangoes and melons. It is very cheap and juices are awesome because of the quality of the organic local fruits, tasty and aromatic. And for less than a dollar you can drink the WHOLE BLENDER. Yes, the whole blender. There's a hidden sublevel where you can buy alcohol and cigarrettes from all around the world for very good prices (JW black for $40 bottle) and also there's nice cheap place to get a manicure or pedicure with nail design for less than $3 dollars. In the surroundings you can find pirate buses to Arica, most of them, chilean. Good option to avoid crowded buses at the international station.
Víctor Manuel Merida Huerta — Google review
C. Francisco Cornejo Cuadra 809, Tacna 23003, Peruhttps://www.facebook.com/CENTRALTOYSTACNA/Mercado Central reservations
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Sights & Landmarks
Park
Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Paseo Cívico de Tacna is a well-designed square featuring a bronze fountain and an impressive arch built in 1957 to pay tribute to the victims of the War of the Pacific. This paved plaza offers a beautiful environment with its clean surroundings, pleasant weather averaging around 65 degrees Fahrenheit, and friendly locals. It serves as an excellent venue for socializing and enjoying the city's charm, offering a serene atmosphere filled with light and beauty.
Wonderful place to meet friends in the midst of light and beauty
Marianela Soto — Google review
Located at the center of the city, it is sorrounded by: - The Cathedral - Arch of alliance - Historic Museum of Jorge Basadre Grohmann - Goverment palace of the city - Police station. Accesibility: how to get there? - By taxi or private transport - Public transport (1 Block away) Activities: What to do? - Photography - Cultural activities - Museum - Bird watching Schedules: what time? - 24/7 Facilites sourrunding: are there? - Restaurants - Entertainment: Casinos - Banks and ATM's - Stores - Drugstore Average stady: - Min : 10 minutes - Máx: 45 minutes Recommendations: should or shouldn't do - Be careful with parking, it is not allowed - Bring sunscream, sunglasses and water ( specially in summer) Extra: - There are exchanges money on the street. - You can book a bus city tour
Jesus Huallata Lipe — Google review
This plaza is a super chill place to hangout in Tacna.
Hey Planet Earth — Google review
Go for a walk ... and just ... let yourself enjoy ... just that ...
Sisa Waylla (Kusi) — Google review
Beautiful plaza, everything perfect, people really nice and the city ,clean and whether about 65 farenheit well recommends...
Enrique Reyes — Google review
Historic centre of Tacna. Beautiful architecture and design. (The front of the cathederal is "mirrowed" in the stone pavement in front of it.) The arch is in the form of a bullet and has statues of Grau and Bolognesi on either side. This commemorates the War of the Pacific.
John Brew — Google review
It is a beautiful place to go for a walk because it has a picturesque architecture and a charm environment.
Luis Miguel Medrano — Google review
Nice photo taking place
bajabltz — Google review
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Rail museum
Museums
Locating the entrance to the National Railway Museum proved to be a challenge. The admission fee covered a guided tour, which enhanced our experience of exploring this noteworthy establishment. It was an enjoyable visit overall, filled with intriguing exhibits and fascinating insights into the history of railways.
Wasn't easy to find the entrance. Price included a guided tour. Enjoyed my visit.
Amitanshu Chugh — Google review
Nice place to visit, very good destination for tourists
Dattatray Kharmate — Google review
Wasn't easy to find the entrance. Price included a guided tour. Enjoyed my visit.
Anthony Di Marco — Google review
This was the best railway museum.....looking good and peacefull
Bharath M — Google review
Under construction now. Don't go there
Eunjin Kim — Google review
Good place
Ankit Dubey — Google review
Ok
Elvis Huarcaya Coronado — Google review
Ok
Juancho Tico — Google review
(Translated by Google) The entrance is through the side street... A museum that transports you back in time... Small but interesting... At the moment it is free, with a guide included where it explains the history of the railway in Peru... Very friendly staff, you cannot get on the carriages. (Original) La entrada es por la calle lateral... Un museo que te transporta en el tiempo... Pequeño pero interesante... Por el momento es gratis, con guiado incluido donde explica la historia del ferrocarril en el Perú... Personal muy amable, no se puede subir a los vagones.
Clari “Bell” — Google review
(Translated by Google) The museum is very beautiful, the locomotives and carriages are in a very good state of conservation, as well as the rest of the pieces in the exhibition, it is larger than it seems, it has several exhibition rooms. Exceeded my expectations, highly recommended. (Original) El museo está muy bonito, las locomotoras y vagones están en muy buen estado de conservación, así como el resto de piezas de la exposición, es más grande de lo que parece, tiene varias salas de exposiciones. Superó mis expectativas, altamente recomendable.
Belissa Salinas Najarro — Google review
XPPW+Q58, 2 De Mayo, Tacna 23001, PeruNational Railway Museum reservations
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Park
Outdoor Activities
The Bosque Municipal de Tacna in Peru is a park that has limited space for animals, but it is hoped that the local government will provide more support for the project. It is not an accessible location for those with mobility or wheelchair disabilities, but it provides affordable admission and parking facilities. Visitors are advised to arrive early as the entrance closes at 3pm.
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Zoila Maguiña Ramirez — Google review
Disgusting. Animals treated like prisoners in torturous conditions, nothing natural or humane at all. This place needs to be shut down and the owners put in jail!
David — Google review
(Translated by Google) Timely if you visit Tacna, it seems to me that the animals have little space, but I hope the municipality supports this project more. Not suitable for people with mobile disabilities or wheelchairs, economical and with a parking area, entry is until 3pm so come early (Original) Oportuno si visitas Tacna, me parece q los animales tienen poco espacio, pero espero la municipalidad apoye más este proyecto. No apto para personas con discapacidad móvil o con silla de ruedas, económico y con zona para parquear, el ingreso es hasta las 3pm así q ven temprano
Lizeth Janneth Pinzón Enciso — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very cute......we saw the lion, the zebra, monkeys, Humboldt penguins, macaws etc...recommended so that our little ones can get to know these little animals up close (Original) Muy lindo ......vimos al león , la cebra, monos, pingüinos de Humboldt , guacamayos etc ...recomendable para que nuestros peques conozcan de cerca a estos animalitos
karina maldonado cevallos — Google review
(Translated by Google) It was beautiful but they could take better care of their animals, the poor ones full of flies and the heat is killing them (Original) Fue hermoso pero podrían ocuparce mejor por sus animales los pobres llenos de moscas y el calor los está matando
Kimberly Nicole — Google review
(Translated by Google) When I was younger it was open, then they closed it and many years passed and it is still closed, very good place but. ..... (Original) Yo cuando era más niño estaba abierto luego los cerraron y paso muchos años y sigue cerrado, muy buen lugar pero. .....
Rene Aguilar — Google review
(Translated by Google) They are making improvements in the forest this year 2024 (Original) Están haciendo mejoras en el bosque éste año 2024
Freddy de la Rosa — Google review
(Translated by Google) Zoo of the city of Tacna, a cozy place, recreation and rest Take a walk. (Original) Zoológico de la ciudad de Tacna, un lugar acogedor, esparcimiento y descanso Date una vuelta.
Johon FLORES — Google review
(Translated by Google) Closed today 07/08/23 for maintenance, the page does not indicate that!!!!, it only talks about the hours...it even stated that it was open and operating today. We went with the family, we arrived at the door and we were surprised. A lack of respect for the tourist!!!! How do they not do maintenance on a weekday? The manager is not very discerning. (Original) Cerrado hoy 08.07.23 por mantenimiento, la página no indica eso!!!!, solo habla de los horarios ...inclusive salía que hoy estaba abierto, operando. Fuimos con la familia, llegamos a la puerta y nos llevamos la sorpresa. Una falta de respeto con el turista!!!! Cómo no hacen el mantenimiento un día de semana? Poco criterioso el encargado.
Leonel Freddy Vargas Zavaleta — Google review

Top places to eat

1Restaurant Urus

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Restaurant
Restaurant Uros in Peru offers an exceptional dining experience. The food is excellent, with a wide range of options and high-quality ingredients. The restaurant maintains a clean environment while offering reasonable prices. Customers can choose from various meats, such as steak, ostrich, chicken, and grilled shrimp. Diners have reported that their meals were delicious and well-prepared. For added flair, the staff even lights the shrimp on fire at the table for a visually impressive effect.
The 3 meats plate I tried (lamb, alpaca, beef) was very good, and fairly priced. They serve grilled meat on a hot stone, which is very useful if you want your meat cooked a little bit more without damaging its quality.
Виктор — Google review
Honestly, one of the best eating experiences I've had in Peru. Great food, very clean, decent prices and a wide variety of foods. My friend had steak and ostrich, I had steak and chicken and my other friend had grilled shrimp. All reported the their food was very good! They even light the shrimp on fire at your table for effect lol. The steaks come out on a very hot brick so they're sizzling hot at your table. Highly recommended!!
J Centavo — Google review
Had an amazing dinner at Uros. Service and attention to detail was top shelf. Looking forward to my next visit.
Gary Hendricks — Google review
Very cool place to eat for the meat lovers! Also tasty drinks
BORSHCH — Google review
Wide variery of meat. Very tender! Very attentive and helpful staff.
Lukas Felber — Google review
Av. Augusto B Leguia 1105, Tacna 23001, Peruhttp://www.restauranteuros.com/+51 952 213 301

2La Plaza Bar & Grill Tacna

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Restaurant
La Plaza Bar & Grill Tacna is a highly recommended establishment, whether you are a hotel guest or not. The restaurant offers excellent customer service and delectable cuisine. Additionally, the ambiance is pleasant and inviting. However, there may be room for improvement in terms of promptness in order delivery. Overall, La Plaza Bar & Grill Tacna presents itself as a must-visit dining option, providing great food and attentive service to all patrons.
A must visit if you are staying at the hotel or not. Great service and food!
Carmen Trigoso — Google review
Great enviroment , they just need to get orders quiclkly
Eduardo Leon — Google review
Ok
Victor Saud Molina — Google review
(Translated by Google) Cozy place, good service. I return after a couple of years and see that the menu has been reduced, the dishes are decent! If you are looking for something super top, this is not the place. Good presentation but in terms of flavor, I don't stand out at all! (Original) Lugar acogedor, atención buena. regreso después de un par de años y veo que la carta ha sido reducida, los platos cumplidores! Si buscas algo súper top, no es el lugar. Presentación buena pero en sabor, no destaco nada!
Cristhian Acosta Bedoya — Google review
(Translated by Google) The service was super fast and friendly. There wasn't much variety on the menu, but I guess that was because of the time. The lamb burger was delicious, a good size and good ingredients. (Original) La atención fue super rápida y amable. No había mucha variedad en el menú, pero supongo que fue por la época. La hamburguesa de cordero estuvo deliciosa, tenía un buen tamaño y buenos ingredientes.
Adriana Carbonel — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent service, my mother was having a birthday and we asked if they could bring us a cake or something similar so we could sing to her, they brought a dessert very well decorated with a candle and several rockers even came up to sing "happy birthday" to her. In addition to that, the food was really delicious. (Original) Excelente atención, mi madre estaba de cumpleaños y preguntamos si podían traernos un pastel o algo similar para poder cantarle, trajeron un postre muy bien decorado con una vela y hasta se acercaron varios meceros para cantarle "cumpleaños feliz). Además de eso la comida estuvo realmente deliciosa.
nicole peralta muñoz — Google review
(Translated by Google) We ordered two dishes, the seafood rice was delicious, but the vegetarian option was not very tasty, the frozen packet fries. There was no chili. Price/quality ratio, it's not worth it that much. (Original) Pedimos dos platos, el arroz con mariscos estaba deli, pero la opción vegetariana no muy rica, las papas fritas de paquete congeladas. No había ají. Relación precio/calidad, no lo vale tanto.
Karen Ardiles — Google review
(Translated by Google) We were recommended by Tripadvisor as No. 1 in Tacna, and we were very happy with the experience. On a business day, there were very few people and therefore the service was very fast, and also very friendly from the staff. Prices well in line with quality/quantity. Excellent atmosphere, and with good background music! (rock). We went to the hotel Spa and then had lunch there. A recommended experience! The pisco sours are simply delicious, and the main dishes are also very delicious, and especially the desserts. We will return without a doubt. (Original) Fuimos recomendados por Tripadvisor como el N°1 de Tacna, y quedamos muy contentos con la experiencia. En un día hábil, había muy poca gente y la atención por ende fue muy rápida, y también muy amable por parte del personal. Los precios bien acordes a la calidad/cantidad. Ambientación excelente, y con buena música de fondo! (rock). Fuimos al Spa del hotel y luego a almorzar en el mismo. Una experiencia recomendada! Los pisco sour simplemente buenísimos, y los platos de fondo también muy ricos, y especialmente los postres. Volveremos sin lugar a dudas.
Piero Brondi — Google review
Av. Billinghurst 170, Tacna 23003, Peru+51 52 580340

3Restaurant Muelle Sur

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Restaurant
Restaurant Muelle Sur is an exceptional dining establishment in Tacna, Peru that comes highly recommended. Renowned for its delicious Peruvian cuisine, it is a must-visit spot while in town. Despite its popularity and frequent crowds, the restaurant efficiently handles the influx of customers with a well-trained team of servers. It shines brightly among other establishments in Tacna and offers not only delectable meals but also impressive cocktails.
One of the best peruvian restaurants in town, a must go while in Tacna, usually crowded because of it, nevertheless, an army of waiters and waitresses are there to get your order.
Eric Schmidt — Google review
Nice and clean, good service.
Diego Gutiérrez — Google review
This restaurant was the shining star of Tacna. We had a great meal, and wonderful cocktails. Our waiter was very friendly and professional. Be sure and get your photo with wings.
cathy baerny — Google review
I have been twice in the last few days. El Cebiche Sureño is to die for. Didn't care much for El Arroz con Mariscos. Ovetall a good culinary experience.
Sergio Rocha — Google review
Great experience, never crowded. Just the right number for the right day of the week ! Try the different drinks they serve there 🍹🍹🍹
Sandro D Flores — Google review
Excellent restaurant at the south of Peru! The ceviche was the start while the fish and the pasta complemented the night!
Juan Brandenburg — Google review
nice place, good taste but lots of people
Donny — Google review
Excellent service....very friendly!
Bernd Green — Google review

4Restaurante Mar Adentro

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Restaurant
Restaurante Mar Adentro offers delectable cuisine with slightly elevated prices. The establishment boasts a spacious and inviting atmosphere, complemented by attentive staff members. It is an ideal destination for those seeking Peruvian food, as the restaurant excels in this culinary genre. Guests have praised the cozy ambiance and delightful dishes served here. While some noted that the ceviche could be slightly tangy, overall, patrons highly recommend Restaurante Mar Adentro for its fresh ingredients and cleanliness.
Great atmosphere... Very clean, awesome service, and Very delicious food.
Steve A. Barces — Google review
Good
Juan J. Vargas — Google review
Very nice place for Peruvian food. I really enjoyed it. Cozy place and the food was amazing! Just came here for a business trip and colleagues where happy with this place too.
Lih chen — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good food prices a bit high, the place is very spacious. Good attention from your staff. (Original) Buena comida precios un tanto altos, el lugar es muy espaciosos. Buena atención de su personal.
Jorge Salcedo — Google review
(Translated by Google) Recommended! (Original) ¡Recomendado!
Fredd Quenaya — Google review
Good peruvian Cuisine! Everything is fresh and clean, the ceviche I found a bit sour but it's fine, I recommend this place if you want to enjoy a good meal!
Simon KC Yeung Liu — Google review
A jewel in Tacna. I went there with my daughter by a recommendation from a friend. We opted for a "fountain". We tried 5 five different plates in one fountain, I do recommend the ceviche, the olive octopus and the bonito's chicharron. I wanted a brewed coffee and I asked the waiter "make it double"... So I met the strongest Peruvian coffee I ever had, I almost couldn't sleep that night (lol)... I loved it and I want to go back again the first chance I may have.
Julio Riquelme — Google review
Had a lovely lunch here! Food was great and the staff was even better. Beautiful restaurant too!
Caroline Kirby — Google review
A cery nice gourmet experience, with very elaborate dishes, tasty cocktails and very quick and kind service. Highly recommended!
Francisco Piña — Google review
Good food, but need to be within the timeframe for lunch or dinner. If you arrived late may not get what you wanted.
Jorge Potes — Google review
The drinks and dinner were spectacular! I definitely recommend it for your next trip to Tacna.
Viviana Evangelista — Google review
Alto De Lima 2069, Tacna 23001, Peruhttp://facebook.com/maradentrotacna+51 52 426027

5Entre Masas Cafe Restaurant

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Restaurant
Entre Masas Cafe Restaurant offers excellent service and top-quality products. The ambiance is cozy, and they serve delicious desserts. Although the prices are fair, the experience is definitely worth it. The staff provides good service, and the food is decent. They consistently offer very tasty dishes that are always prepared with fresh ingredients. Overall, Entre Masas Cafe Restaurant delivers a satisfying dining experience that combines great service, delectable food, and a comfortable setting for its customers to enjoy.
The service is just perfect and they have good products!
Auky Gonzales Gysin — Google review
Good service, the food was ok
Ma Yu — Google review
Very good food, always fresh.
eric ridenour — Google review
Good and affordable lunch. Very friendly staff.
Christian Lamker — Google review
Cosy and good deserts. Fair price but it's worth it!
Carla RL — Google review
Very Central and delicious food and suits
Erika Sila Soto Alatrista — Google review
Not enough food but very good
Justin Perry — Google review
Pizza was great
Eduardo Del Valle — Google review

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