Restaurant Recommendations & Guided Tour Options

1. Detrás de la Catedral (Jr, Jr. Ancash 335, Huancayo 12001, Peru)
• Cozy, atmospheric spot serving Peruvian and international dishes. The trout (trucha) dishes are especially popular.
2. Restaurante Olímpico (Av. Giráldez 199, Huancayo 12001, Peru)
   
• Central location, clean and efficient service. Offers a diverse menu in a casual setting—great for groups or families .
3. Huancahuasi (aka Restaurante Turístico Huancahuasi) (Av. Javier Prado Este 1405, Lima 15034, Peru)
• Traditional regional fare in a tourist-friendly setting; perfect for trying local specialties like pachamanca or trucha
4. Leopardo (Libertad y Huanuco, Huancayo 12000 Peru)
• Known for its consistent quality and local recognition among “best of” lists .
5. Café Colonial (Jirón Puno 482, Huancayo 12001, Peru)
   
• Ideal for breakfast/brunch. Charming ambiance with live music in the evenings.

Bonus: Want to try something truly local? Order papa a la huancaína—a creamy potato dish emblematic of the region .

A. The Best of Huancayo Walking Tour

• A private guided tour (up to 15 people) covering:
• Constitution Square
• Mercado Central
• Basilica Cathedral
• Sacred Heart Church
• Parque de la Identidad and Cerro Tambo views
• Includes cultural experiences like Andean music, crafts, and a chicha‑making demo
• Highly rated (4.8/5) by travelers 

B. Romantic/Private City Tour

• Tailored for couples — visits romantic spots, historic buildings, and hidden stories guided by a pro

C. Multi-Day Local Excursions by Civitatis

• Huaytapallana Hiking Tour – day hike in the snow‑capped Andes
• Huiscapuquio, Corivinchos & Shutjo Canyon – scenic day trip to hot springs and puya forests
• Nor Yauyos‑Cochas Landscape Reserve – waterfalls and lakes 
• Vilca, Moya & Ayhuicha Thermal Baths – cultural day trip with thermal pools 

D. Fertur Peru Travel Packages

1. 2‑Day / 1‑Night Mantaro Valley trip
• Includes visits to Laguna de Paca, Convento de Ocopa, trout farm, artisan villages (Hualhuas, San Jerónimo); transport, English‑speaking guide, lodging, and fees
2. 3‑Day / 2‑Night Greater Valley Tour
• Adds Ñahuimpuquio Lagoon, Warivilca ruins, etc.; fully guided and transported 

E. Off‑the‑Beaten‑Track Highland Expedition

Extended (12‑day) journey through Kotosh archaeological site, Lake Choclococha, rural valleys, crafts villages, and more — ideal for adventure travelers (Peru Highlands) amazingperu.com