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Huaraz

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What to see in Huaraz

The trekking capital of the Cordillera Blanca, among glaciers and turquoise lakes.

Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides

  • 5 must-see places
Photo: Suizaperuana · CC BY-SA 3.0

Huaraz highlights

The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.

  1. Laguna 69

    One of the most famous day hikes.

  2. Huascarán National Park

    With Peru’s highest peak.

  3. Chavín de Huántar

    A pre-Inca temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  4. Pastoruri Glacier

    An accessible glacier.

  5. Santa Cruz

    A multi-day trek.

Day trips from Huaraz

We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.

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When to travel to Huaraz

Any time of year is good to travel to Huaraz: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

  1. Jan no warnings
  2. Feb no warnings
  3. Mar no warnings
  4. Apr no warnings
  5. May no warnings
  6. Jun no warnings
  7. Jul no warnings
  8. Aug no warnings
  9. Sep no warnings
  10. Oct no warnings
  11. Nov no warnings
  12. Dec no warnings

Where and what to eat

To eat like a local: the cevichería. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Peru guide.

Frequently asked questions about Huaraz

What to see in Huaraz?

Laguna 69, Huascarán National Park, Chavín de Huántar, Pastoruri Glacier and Santa Cruz.

What to see in Huaraz in one day?

Don’t miss Laguna 69, Huascarán National Park, Chavín de Huántar, Pastoruri Glacier and Santa Cruz. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.

What’s the best time to travel to Huaraz?

Any time of year is good to travel to Huaraz: our data shows no months with weather, closure or crowd warnings.

What day trips can you take from Huaraz?

Laguna 69.

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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.