What to do in Andes

Activities, attractions and tours

Best. Mountain. View. Ever. The Huayhuash(Waiwash) mountain range are without a doubt the prettiest we have seen so far! If you're ever in Peru, you need to go there!
Best. Mountain. View. Ever. The Huayhuash(Waiwash) mountain range are without a doubt the prettiest we have seen so far! If you're ever in Peru, you need to go there!
So this is not really a tip as I'm sure everyone knows this location. Think of it more as me trying to encourage all of you who haven't been there already to go and see this magnificent place with your own eyes. It truly is a wonder of the world! A few things to keep in mind though. First of all, there are a limited number of entry tickets per day so it's essential to book ahead. Also, to maximize your chances of getting some nice weather on your visit you should come during winter (summer in the northern hemisphere) but be prepared for some cold nights. #goldenhour
Roman Catholic Church located in the historic center of Quito, Ecuador. It's the largest Neo-Gothic basilica in the Americas. The highlight is the basilica towers, which you can climb if you have the nerve - the ascent requires crossing a rickety wooden plank inside the main roof and climbing steep stairs and ladders to the top (where this picture was taken). You can also climb the spiral staircase and three sets of ladders into and above the clock tower. La Virgen de El Panecillo in the background, between the towers.
Quellacocha love in the Andean Mountains! What a magical place! #hiking #waterlust #troveon #red

Places to Visit in Andes

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1. Torres del Paine National Park

Among the most unspoiled parts of the Earth, the Torres del Paine National Park stuns visitors with its breathtaking natural beauty. Glaciers, snowy mountains, brilliant blue lakes and a plethora of exceptional wildlife can all be found within its boundaries. Trek along hiking trails and revel in the natural grandeur of its iconic granite pillars.
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Torres del Paine National Park featuring snow, a lake or waterhole and mountains

2. Costanera Center

Take a break from Santiago’s historic attractions and urban parks to enjoy some retail therapy at the Costanera Center. This commercial and business center is home to a modern shopping mall with floor upon floor of independent stores and internationally famous brands. The complex also encompasses four skyscrapers occupied by hotels and offices, including the sparkling 984-foot (300-meter) tall Gran Torre Santiago, one of the highest structures in South America.
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Costanera Center , es un proyecto inmobiliario ubicado en la comuna de Providencia en la ciudad de Santiago, Chile. Debe su nombre a que se sitúa cerca del río Mapocho. Consta de un conjunto de cuatro edificios (dos de ellos no construidos) ubicados en la intersección de Avenida Andrés Bello con Nueva Tajamar, a unos metros de la estación Tobalaba del Metro de Santiago. Su edificio central, la Gran Torre Santiago, cuenta con un área total de 128 000 m², tiene una altura de 297 metros incluida la espiral (300 m hasta el último de sus 62 pisos) y está equipado con 24 ascensores de alta velocidad que pueden alcanzar un máximo de 6,6 metros por segundo.1​ Con estas características, la Gran Torre Santiago se convierte en el rascacielos más alto de Latinoamérica. Las torres 1, 3 y 4 tienen una altura de 175, 175 y 105 metros, respectivamente.

3. Aguas Calientes Hot Springs

Aguas Calientes is not just the last train stop before the fabled Incan city of Machu Picchu. This memorable valley village, surrounded by mountains and forests, has enough going for it to keep you around an extra day or two – not least the hot springs that have given the town its name.
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Cusco featuring a small town or village and landscape views

4. Lake Titicaca

Lake Titicaca captivates with its archaeological ruins, breathtaking landscapes, centuries-old cultures and vibrant festivals. Visit altiplano towns, rural villages and islands, spot free-roaming llama and exotic birdlife and mingle with farmers dressed in traditional clothes and bowler hats.
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Lake Titicaca which includes a small town or village

5. Salar de Uyuni

Drive out onto the Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flats in the world. Vast plains of ethereal beauty stretch out as far as the eye can see and surreal geological formations seem to grow out of the ground. Come here during the rainy season to see the entire landscape covered in a thin layer of water that becomes a reflective surface.
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Salar de Uyuni which includes tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

What to do in Andes

Discover the most popular places to visit in Andes

Torres del Paine National Park featuring snow, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Torres del Paine National Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Marvel at the dramatic granite columns of the Paine Towers, hike through diverse landscapes and go wildlife watching in this spectacular national park.

Torres del Paine National Park
Costanera Center which includes a city and a bridge

Costanera Center

4/5(26 reviews)

Discover hundreds of retail outlets, cafés and restaurants, and see one of South America’s tallest buildings at this modern retail and business center.

Costanera Center
Cusco featuring street scenes and café scenes

Aguas Calientes Hot Springs

4/5(4 reviews)

More than just a stopover on the way to Machu Picchu, this charming valley village offers exceptional opportunities for hiking as well as its famous thermal baths.

Aguas Calientes Hot Springs
Lake Titicaca which includes general coastal views

Lake Titicaca

Sacred temples and pre-Incan ruins, highland cultures and fascinating floating islands await at the world’s highest navigable body of water.

Lake Titicaca
93 Park - Bogotá - Colombia - top touristic place

93 Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

93 Park is just one of the places to see in Bogotá, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.

93 Park
Salar de Uyuni featuring modern architecture

Salar de Uyuni

Step into an alien landscape where salt flats stretch for thousands of miles and rainfall turns the ground into a gigantic mirror.

Salar de Uyuni
I took this photo in April, the day that Bariloche had his giant letters on the shores of Lake Nahuel Huapi. Located between Playa del Centro and Puerto San Carlos are a new point of tourist interest in the city for photos of residents and tourists.

Civic Center Bariloche

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San Carlos de Bariloche with a visit to Civic Center Bariloche. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Civic Center Bariloche
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

Plaza de Armas

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Cusco’s busy main square has been the center of public life for centuries. Enjoy its spacious layout, ancient churches and restaurants.

Plaza de Armas
Colombia would be incomplete without its worldwide famous coffee, therefore visiting Colombia without seeing how the magic happens it's like not visiting it at all. El Parque del Cafe takes you right to it. Visiting tip: No matter if your foreign or native, make the show your top priority when you visit. It's only an hour, but it's spectacular! It's entertaining, cultural, beautiful. Pictured is one of the balconies from where you can view most of the park, which includes huge coffee fields #Architecture #Roadtrip #NationalPark #Golden #Goldenhour #Culture

Coffee Park

Bring your family to Coffee Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Montenegro. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the cafes.

Coffee Park

Explore areas of Andes

El Castillo Museum featuring heritage architecture and château or palace

El Poblado

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

El Poblado is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Golden Mile and Oviedo Shopping Center. See more of Medellín by jumping on the metro at Poblado Station or Aguacatala Station.

El Poblado
Miraflores showing a sunset, landscape views and general coastal views

Miraflores

4.5/5(46 area reviews)

Stroll romantic streets, explore lovely parks and gardens and savour the local food and drink culture in this affluent waterfront district of Lima.

Miraflores
Providencia which includes street scenes, a sporting event and cycling

Providencia

Elegant architecture, picturesque urban parks, shopping and nightlife make this one of Santiago’s most lively and popular suburbs.

Providencia
Jesus Nazareno Church In Medellin, Colombia; Shutterstock ID 357037127

Laureles

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Laureles is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Unicentro Shopping Center and Belén Andrés Escobar Sports Complex while in the area.

Laureles
La Merced Church showing a city

Cusco Historic Center

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

Cusco Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Basilica of La Merced and Santa Catalina Convent, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cusco.

Cusco Historic Center
Panoramic view of Las Condes and Providencia districts, Santiago, Chile, South America

Las Condes

Cafes, shopping and mountain views highlight some notable features of Las Condes. Make a stop by Alto Las Condes or KidZania Santiago while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hernando de Magallanes Station or Manquehue Station to get around town.

Las Condes

 

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