iron house
A notable piece of colonial architecture in Iquitos, designed by Gustave Eiffel.
Main Square
The main square in Iquitos is a central point from which to begin exploring the city.
Tarapacá Boardwalk
The Tarapacá Boardwalk is an emblematic spot in Iquitos, featuring colonial architecture from the rubber boom era and murals.
Puerto Nanay
Puerto Nanay is a significant port in Iquitos, serving as a departure point for tours to indigenous communities like the Boras and for accessing the Bellavista Market.
Waterfront
A waterfront area in Iquitos that offers a quiet and colorful experience, especially on Sunday mornings before the city fully wakes up.
Plaza de Armas
The main plaza in Iquitos, which becomes busier with tourists and is generally safer than other areas, though pickpockets can be a concern.
Casa de Hierro
An iconic building from the rubber boom era, notable for its iron structure reportedly designed by Gustave Eiffel.
Ex Hotel Palace
A historic building that once served as a prominent hotel, representing the architectural style of Iquitos's rubber boom era.
Taza Morey
A notable building within the Iquitos Monumental Zone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the city from the rubber boom period.
Malecón
A scenic boulevard in Iquitos that borders the town, offering views of a tributary of the Amazon River and lined with colonial buildings and places to eat.
Casa de Fierro
A historic building in Iquitos, believed to have been designed by Gustave Eiffel, that likely served as a market in its past.