Historical Center Travel Guide
Arequipa
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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 when you stop by Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
San Camilo Market
During your trip to Arequipa, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Mario Vargas Llosa Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Casa Ricketts
Find out about the history of Arequipa with a stop at Casa Ricketts. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
From Arequipa: Pillones Waterfall and Stone Forest Day Trip
Top hotels in Historical Center
qema Arequipa
Had a great stay. Private room was super spacious and clean. And public areas were well taken care of and had great amenities. Also are on site and the food was really tasty as well.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
The property is very nice. The staff provided good service.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Lovely staff, super clean and in a great spot
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
La Hostería
Quick
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
Everything was great ! Clean rooms, friendly, helpful staff, great location, great food and view from rooftop bar, can't say enough
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
HOTEL AREQUIPA INN
Everything was exceptional.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vallecito
While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and San Camilo Market.
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.
El Lago
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Lago and surrounding area, you can visit Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Santa Rosa de Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint are two attractions nearby that you can check out.