Santa Cecilia 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
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.
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.
Catholic University of Santa Maria
Explore the campus of Catholic University of Santa Maria during your stay in Arequipa. 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.
Things to do
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Top hotels in Santa Cecilia
qema Arequipa
We had a great time. The shower is fabulous!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Loved the hotel, the free buffet was great. All the personal was very attentive. Rooms very spacious, and there are many amenities for the whole family.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
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 2 Jan 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Awesome
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
Excellent service! Clean, great food and perfectly located.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The restaurant was great and the room was very large and quiet.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cecilia
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Atlas
When in Atlas, you can plan a visit to Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Arequipa Plaza de Armas or Arequipa Cathedral while you're exploring the area.
Santa Rosa de Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
