Morro de Arica
A 130 m high headland at the southern end of the city. From the top you can see the port, beaches, and desert. It is Arica's emblem.
Morro de Arica was a fortress fought over by Chile and Peru during the 1880 War of the Pacific. Today its summit has a huge national flag, a statue of Christ of Peace, and the Historical and Arms Museum (Museo Histórico y de Armas). From the city centre, a trail climbs for about 20 minutes to the top, or you can take a taxi up. The summit view covers the whole city, the port, and the Pacific. Sunset is the most beautiful time. The museum charges a small admission, and it may be closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
All day (museum approx. 08:00–20:00)
Nearby sights
- Museo de Sitio Colón 10
- Former Customs House of Arica
- Cathedral of San Marcos
- Península del Alacrán
- Playa El Laucho
- Playa La Lisera
- Playa Chinchorro
- Azapa Valley Geoglyphs