El Lago
Arequipa
Popular places to visit
Arequipa Plaza de Armas
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Plaza de Armas. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Santa Catalina Monastery
Santa Catalina Monastery is just one of the places to see in Arequipa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
San Camilo Market
During your trip to Arequipa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Arequipa Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
Walk around the campus at National University of St Augustin of Arequipa as part of your travels around Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mall Aventura Porongoche
During your trip to Arequipa, you can do some window-shopping at Mall Aventura Porongoche. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Things to do
Arequipa: Sillar Route and the Petroglyphs of Culebrillas
From Arequipa: Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals
Laguna de Salinas and Salar de Salinas with panoramic views of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.
Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Arequipa: Full-Day Tour to Salinas Salt Lake
Top hotels in El Lago
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Beautiful hotel and grounds. The llamas and tortoise were an extra, my family enjoyed them very much.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Such a pretty hotel, nice beds, and bathrooms, very clean. Huge breakfast buffet. Staff was incredibly helpful. Even made bud reservations for us. Great location, six minutes from main square.. tons of restaurants close by
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
qema Arequipa
Tout était parfait et l'habitation super confortable.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Nice clean room, great location and nice rooftop bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The service is excellent, in all departments
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Excellent hoyel good location 10 minutes out of the city rooms 5 star ..good massage had by both of us
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Vallecito
Vallecito might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Piedra Santa
Though Piedra Santa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historic sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.
San Lázaro
Though San Lázaro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
Huaranguillo
Huaranguillo might not have many top sights, but Casa Goyeneche and Umacollo Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
