Visit Ica
- Museums
- Art & Culture
- Desert
Ica: How to get there?
4hrs by bus from LimaIca: See when to go?
All year roundIca: For how long?
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Ica Holidays
The city of Ica tends to serve just as a place to stop and see on the way to the Huacachina oasis or Paracas National Reserve. Its colonial architecture does lend it a certain charm, but that's not enough to make you want to spend much time here.
Ica: What to see nearby?
What our travellers think of their stay
The main wine-producing city in Peru, lying 300 km south of Lima.
My suggestion
If you happen to be in Peru in March, try to visit Ica when the wine-harvest festival is taking place, which is normally the second week of the month.
The city of Ica tends to serve just as a place to stop and see on the way to the Huacachina oasis or Paracas National Reserve. Its colonial architecture does lend it a certain charm, but that's not enough to make you want to spend much time here.
My suggestion
It's enjoyable sampling and tasting the area's regional confectionery specialities. The chocotejas, tejas and pecanrolls – simply irresistible little chocolate treats – are frankly exquisite, and a pure delight for the taste buds!
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