Timeline
07:30
Walk off the sleep at Plaza Sargento Lores. The park is filled with trees and bushes, perfect for a quiet stroll or jog before the heat sets in. You might spot locals having a picnic in the fields.
07:45
Head to Huasaí Restaurant for lunch. It is one of the best values in Iquitos and very popular with local business people. Order the lunch menu and enjoy their famous tropical fruit juices.
08:15
Walk down to Plaza 28 de Julio and sit at Amazon Bistro. Located just one block from the square and in front of the river, this French old-style brasserie offers a relaxing atmosphere. It is an excellent spot to enjoy a drink or a light bite with a view.
Local tip
Huasaí Restaurant closes at 15:30 on weekdays and Sundays, so aim for lunch before then. Amazon Bistro is open early, so you can stay as long as you like.
Check before you go
- Huasaí Restaurant: Mo-Fr,Su 07:45-15:30
- Amazon Bistro: Mo-Su 06:00-24:00
Worth knowing
- Huasaí Restaurant is open at 07:45 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Su
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