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
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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.
Catholic University of Santa Maria
Walk around the campus at Catholic University of Santa Maria during your visit to Arequipa. 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.
Things to do
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Waterfall Hike & Hot springs (PRIVATE TOUR)
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Half Day Tour
Top hotels in El Lago
qema Arequipa
We had a great time. The shower is fabulous!
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Everything was excellent! Staff , food, room & location
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Clean room; nice and courteous and helpful staff; free garage parking is a plus since I rented a car. Modern and boutique type of hotel, with an old stone entrance area. Located in the old San Lazaro quarter of Arequipa at a walking distance from many restaurants and Plaza de Armas and main convents ...
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Awesome
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
Excellent service! Clean, great food and perfectly located.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The restaurant was great and the room was very large and quiet.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Atlas
While there might not be top attractions in Atlas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace.
Vallecito
Vallecito might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and San Camilo Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historic sites. Make a stop by Arequipa Plaza de Armas or Arequipa Cathedral 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 Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral.
