Historical Center
Arequipa
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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.
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.
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.
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Puente Grau
Find out about the history of Arequipa when you take a trip to Puente Grau. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half Day Tour
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Full Day Arequipa Tour to Sillar and Canyon
Colca Canyon Tour Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint Condor Watching
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
From Arequipa Colca Trekking 2 Days with 1 Night
Top hotels in Historical Center
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
The hotel had excellent service. Very nice employees greeting you and taking your luggage. The food was good and the breakfast was abundant. I would recommend they have screens for their windows to prevent bugs from coming into the dining room. The king room we had was excellent. The atmosphere and ...
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
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Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
Exceptional room. Amazing staff. Excellent wifi and breakfast. The location on Plaza de Armas can’t be beat. So walkable. We loved our stay! We had one hiccup. We asked for early check-in. Reception said none was available. Upon arriving at approximately 5:30 AM after a 16 hour overnight bus ride, ...
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Muy buen hotel, el desayuno es excelente.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
The staff were excellent and very eager to help when my flight was cancelled.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
qema Arequipa
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Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center
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.
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.
Chilina
Though Chilina might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery.
José Luis Bustamante y Rivero
Though José Luis Bustamante y Rivero might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Porongoche and Parque Lambramani.
Miraflores
Miraflores might not have many top sights, but Arequipa Stadium and Parque Lambramani are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
