Pocollay District 3.5 km to the east of the city of Tacna in the district of Pocollay (9 min. by car). This agricultural town is known for its export products, such as vines, plums and apricots. The Our Lady of Mercedes Church is located in the main square. The Las Peañas site museum exhibits objects recovered during the excavation of 56 Pre-Inca and Inca tombs.
Pisco and Wine Trail Magollo, Cercado, Pocollay and Calana sectors. This is one of the country’s most traditional wine regions. On a tour of the vineyards the visitor can discover the process used in the making of wines, piscos, and infusions. This begins with the vine, the plums and the apricots, all used as ingredients, and culminates in the craft production of the beverages.
Calana District 10.3 km from the city of Tacna (15 min. by car). This region was an important trading center during the Viceroyalty and the first years of the republic. The traditional mansions of quincha and mud bear testimony to this old splendor. The Virgin of the Rosary church is located in Bolognesi Square.
Pachía District 11.3 km from the city of Tacna (17 min. by car). This town has a main street and a small plaza opposite the Church of San José, rebuilt in 1870 after being destroyed by the great 1868 earthquake. This modest church holds a splinter from Christ’s cross, a relic gifted by the Vatican. Corn and pumpkin are the most emblematic products of Pachía’s fertile soil.
Calientes Hot Springs 23 km to the east of the city of Tacna in the Calientes annex (30 min. by car). Ticket entry. These thermal water pools at an elevation of 1400 meters on the banks of the Caplina River reach temperatures of 39 °C. Many people visit them because of their medicinal properties. Others do so to relax, since the facilities include tourism services, including accommodation and restaurants serving traditional food.
Miculla Archeological Complex 25 km to the northeast of the city of Tacna (30 min. by car). Ticket entry. Petroglyphs are found throughout this 20 km2 area framed by the Wawapas and Miculla mountains. They portray hunting, dance, and fight scenes. It is believed that they were drawn between AD 500 and 1445. In addition to humans, they depict animals (Andean deer, pumas, suris, snakes, lizards and foxes), as well as animals, plants, fruits, and constellations. A hike through the area provides the perfect opportunity to view the animals represented on the rocks, as well as local species of flora such as pepper trees, yaro, and cactus.
Los Palos Beach 41 km to the southwest of the city of Tacna (25 min. by car). This open beach with peaceful waters has bungalows and restaurants during the summer.
Boca del Río Beach 52 km to the southwest of the city of Tacna (45 min. by car). This seaside resort is one of Tacna’s most popular because of its shallow waters. It has accommodation and restaurants.
