Mariano Melgar Travel Guide
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.

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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.

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.
National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
Explore the campus of National University of St Augustin of Arequipa during your stay in Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mall Aventura Porongoche
During your trip to Arequipa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mall Aventura Porongoche. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Things to do

Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs

From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus

Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa

Route of the Sillar | Quarries of Añashuaycos | Half day

Arequipa: Chili River White Water Rafting + Pickup & Snack
Top hotels in Mariano Melgar

Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa

qema Arequipa
Tout était parfait et l'habitation super confortable.
Reviewed on 3 May 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 4 May 2026

ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
We stayed 4 nights, we really liked everything, very clean, the staff, the breakfasts, the food and everything was excellent. I would go back and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The service is excellent, in all departments
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Los Tambos - Boutique
We stayed two non-contiguous nights. We first was greeted by Milagros when we arrived early at 6:20 AM. She smiled and was very nice to help us store our luggage. We went out and came back around noon, and our room was ready. The room is very clean and updated, and the hotel is very close (less than ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mariano Melgar

Miraflores
While Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parque Lambramani and Arequipa Cathedral.

Paucarpata
Paucarpata might not have many top sights, but Mall Aventura Porongoche and Molino de Sabandia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alto Selva Alegre
While Alto Selva Alegre may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yanahuara Plaza and Arequipa Cathedral.

San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cayma
If you're spending some time in Cayma, Mall Aventura Plaza Cayma and Cerro Cueva de Orejones are top sights worth seeing.

Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.

