Moquegua
Peru · Departamento de MoqueguaPE
City in Peru
Moquegua is a city in southern Peru, located in the Department of Moquegua, of which it is the capital. It is also capital of Mariscal Nieto Province and Moquegua District. It is located 1144 kilometers south of the capital city of Lima.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 69,882
- Coordinates
- -17.198, -70.936
- Timezone
- America/Lima
- Elevation
- 1410 m
Overview of Moquegua
Part of Departamento de Moquegua, Peru, Moquegua is a mid-sized city. Population figures land around 69,882. The altitude here is around 1,410 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. The activity mix leans towards nature, culture and nightlife. Sitting in the southern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Moquegua
Nature in Moquegua
(4)Looking for nature? Moquegua has Caves, National Parks, Nature Reserves and Volcanoes. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Moquegua.
Culture in Moquegua
(3)On the culture side, Moquegua offers Cathedrals, Mines and Monuments. All of it is drawn from Moquegua's recorded activities. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Nightlife in Moquegua
(3)The nightlife shortlist for Moquegua: Clubs, Disco and Wine Bars. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Moquegua. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Moquegua
For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
Getting there & around
Expect a regional connection into Moquegua, then short distances on foot. Moquegua runs on America/Lima time.
Similar destinations
Places near Moquegua that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Moquegua known for?
- In Departamento de Moquegua, Peru, Moquegua stands out for nature, culture and nightlife. That mix defines the typical visit to this 69,882-strong destination.
- What can you do in Moquegua?
- Options in Moquegua run to Caves, National Parks, Nature Reserves, Volcanoes and Cathedrals — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Moquegua?
- For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food.
- Where is Moquegua located?
- You will find Moquegua in Departamento de Moquegua, Peru. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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