Title: Visit Independencia: 2026 Travel Guide for Independencia, Ancash Region | Expedia.com

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# Independencia

## Travel Guide

![Independencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131223/d3849c20-bddd-4547-b48e-d3eecad96767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Independencia

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Independencia

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### Palmira

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Palmira and surrounding area, you can visit Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Belen Plaza. 

[](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Palmira.dx553248635976400337)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Vichay

 Vichay might not have many top sights, but Baños Termales Monterrey and Wilcahuaín are two attractions nearby that you can check out. 

[](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Vichay.dx553248635976398514)

![Paria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131223/d3849c20-bddd-4547-b48e-d3eecad96767.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Paria

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paria and surrounding area, you can visit Wilcahuaín and Baños Termales Monterrey. 

[](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Paria.dx553248635976399558)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Shancayan

 While Shancayan might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Belen Plaza. 

[](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Shancayan.dx553248635976398270)

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- Independencia Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Independencia

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Hostel Climbing Point

Av. progreso N 307, Nicrupampa Independencia Ancash

Stay at this guesthouse in Independencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum ...

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

Unfortunately they couldn't honour our full booking due to the person in charge having an emergency but let us stay the first night as it was late in the evening. The price was different to what was booked on hotels.com and there wasn't the stated free breakfast. Maybe this was because the person ...

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2024

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Hotel El Patio de Monterrey

Av. Monterrey S/N Km 206 Independencia Ancash

$85 nightly

$85 total

Apr 5 - Apr 6

Stay at this hotel in Independencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Baños Termales Monterrey and Baños Turcos Sauna are ...

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Los Andes

Av. Confraternidad Internacional Independencia ANCASH

Stay at this hotel in Independencia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum ...

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Hermoso Departamento de Estreno en Huaraz - Perú

 Huaraz Áncash

Stay at this apartment in Independencia. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wilcahuaín and Huaraz Plaza de Armas are located nearby.

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3 RB, Fast Wi-Fi, mountain view, barbecue area, garage. elevator.

 Huaraz Áncash

Stay at this apartment in Independencia. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum of ...

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3 bedroom cottage in huaraz

 Huaraz Ancash

Stay at this cottage in Independencia. Popular attractions Huaraz Plaza de Armas and Regional Museum of Ancash are located nearby.

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### Popular places to visit

#### Huascaran National Park

5/5(8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Huascaran National Park, a lovely green space in Independencia. Discover the area's glaciers and countryside. 

[](https://expedia.com/Huascaran-National-Park-Independencia.d6116908.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Baños Termales Monterrey

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Baños Termales Monterrey during your travels in Independencia. 

[](https://expedia.com/Banos-Termales-Monterrey-Huaraz.d553248635976194275.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Lake Churup

5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Churup during your travels in Independencia. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside. 

[](https://expedia.com/Lake-Churup-Independencia.d553248621532465059.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Wilcahuaín

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Independencia when you take a trip to Wilcahuaín. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside. 

[](https://expedia.com/Wilcahuain-Paria.d553248621532465058.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Llaca Lagoon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llaca Lagoon during your travels in Independencia. 

[](https://expedia.com/Llaca-Lagoon-Huaraz.d553248635998074188.Vacation-Attraction)

#### San Pablo Clinic - Huaraz

Though San Pablo Clinic - Huaraz might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Independencia while you are here. 

[](https://expedia.com/San-Pablo-Clinic-Huaraz-Independencia.d736329601682644992.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![From Huaraz: Tour to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48332231/0ae1d6ae-f72a-4b00-bf80-ccd5df4be77c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Huaraz: Tour to the Pastoruri Glacier and Puya Raimondi

$32

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-huaraz-tour-to-the-pastoruri-glacier-and-puya-raimondi.a48332231.activity-details)

![Huaraz Pastoruri Glacier Day Tour of Ice and Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49776144/80805f8a-4ea4-4489-8961-d04e85b4b63e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Huaraz: Pastoruri Glacier - Day Tour - Ice and Adventure

$29

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/huaraz-pastoruri-glacier-day-tour-ice-and-adventure.a49776144.activity-details)

![From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48228373/89658616-7334-4cfc-8d5a-5a8b54e25cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### From Huaraz: Hike to the Lagoon 69

$35

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-huaraz-hike-to-the-lagoon-69.a48228373.activity-details)

![3 Days Wilcacocha Frozen Lagoon and Churup A Unique Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51286071/263e4a6c-8102-49b3-83db-6593075f1df5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 3 Days Wilcacocha Frozen Lagoon and Churup A Unique Experience

$250

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-days-wilcacocha-frozen-lagoon-and-churup-a-unique-experience.a51286071.activity-details)

![Tour to Laguna 69 From Huaraz Trekking and Spectacular Views](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50711483/e0c879e0-ff7c-4931-ad6f-61cffd8ffeb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tour to Laguna 69 From Huaraz Trekking and Spectacular Views

$30

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-to-laguna-69-from-huaraz-trekking-and-spectacular-views.a50711483.activity-details)

![Chavin Ruins Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4222965/17a02ab1-e7ce-41d2-9399-bbcbd78f22d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Chavin Ruins Day Trip (UNESCO Heritage Site)

$23

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chavin-ruins-day-trip-unesco-heritage-site.a4222965.activity-details)

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## Cities near Independencia

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### Huaraz

- Cities near Independencia
- Places of interest

[Huaraz](https://expedia.com/Huaraz.dx6131223)[Jangas](https://expedia.com/Jangas.dx553248635973462528)[Tarica](https://expedia.com/Tarica.dx553248635973462803)

- [Huascaran National Park ](https://expedia.com/Huascaran-National-Park-Independencia.d6116908.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Lake Churup ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Churup-Independencia.d553248621532465059.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wilcahuaín ](https://expedia.com/Wilcahuain-Paria.d553248621532465058.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Palcacocha Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Palcacocha-Lagoon-Independencia.d553248635998074182.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aguak Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Aguak-Lagoon-Independencia.d553248635998074282.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tullpacocha Lake ](https://expedia.com/Tullpacocha-Lake-Independencia.d553248635998074283.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Huaraz Plaza de Armas ](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Plaza-De-Armas-Huaraz.d6116972.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Huaraz Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/Huaraz-Cathedral-Huaraz.d6116974.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Chancos Thermal Baths ](https://expedia.com/Chancos-Thermal-Baths-Marcara.d656778969691029504.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Belen Plaza ](https://expedia.com/Belen-Plaza-Huaraz.d553248621592189647.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Huascaren National Park ](https://expedia.com/Huascaren-National-Park-Ancash-Region.d6350891.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Chavin de Huantar Archaeological Site ](https://expedia.com/Chavin-De-Huantar-Archaeological-Site-Chavin-de-Huantar.d6116914.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Plaza de Armas ](https://expedia.com/Plaza-De-Armas-Carhuaz.d553248621585431964.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Regional Museum of Ancash ](https://expedia.com/Regional-Museum-Of-Ancash-Huaraz.d553248621532375310.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Honcopampa ](https://expedia.com/Honcopampa-San-Miguel-de-Aco.d656779244293099520.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Chavín de Huántar ](https://expedia.com/Chavin-De-Huantar-Chavin-de-Huantar.d553248621532351498.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Shallap Lagoon ](https://expedia.com/Shallap-Lagoon-Huaraz.d553248635998073808.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Maparaju ](https://expedia.com/Maparaju-Ancash-Region.d553248635998074189.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Archaeological Site of Chavin ](https://expedia.com/Archaeological-Site-Of-Chavin-Chavin-de-Huantar.d553248621532465063.Vacation-Attraction)

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