Historical Center Travel Guide

Arequipa

A historic building with two towers and a central dome, surrounded by palm trees and a fountain.
A historic cathedral with two towers, a large mountain in the background, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees.
A plaza with palm trees, a large building with a tower, and people walking.
A historic church with two towers and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
A courtyard with a fountain, surrounded by arches and a large building with a dome.

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A historic building with two towers and a central dome, surrounded by palm trees and a fountain.

Arequipa Plaza de Armas

9.6/10 (509 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

From Arequipa: Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals

From Arequipa: Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals

฿1,092
per adult
From Arequipa: Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals
Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa

Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa

฿1,125
per adult
Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa
Arequipa: Tour Colca Canyon 2 Days Classic overnight in Chivay

Arequipa: Tour Colca Canyon 2 Days Classic overnight in Chivay

฿2,151
per adult
Arequipa: Tour Colca Canyon 2 Days Classic overnight in Chivay
From Arequipa: Sillar Route Trek

From Arequipa: Sillar Route Trek

฿496
per adult
From Arequipa: Sillar Route Trek
Laguna and Salar de Salinas with a panoramic view of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.

Laguna and Salar de Salinas with a panoramic view of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.

฿1,092
per adult
Laguna and Salar de Salinas with a panoramic view of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.
Offer Price Tour Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve 8 hours

Offer Price Tour Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve 8 hours

฿794
per adult
Offer Price Tour Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve 8 hours
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Top hotels in Historical Center

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

4 out of 5
Calle Puente Grau 205 Arequipa
The price is ฿3,397 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,397
฿3,737 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Museo ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
"Beautiful property, fits perfectly with the Arequipa vibe"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
qema Arequipa

qema Arequipa

3 out of 5
Calle Jerusalen 606 Arequipa Arequipa
The price is ฿1,126 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿1,126
฿1,238 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Puente Grau ...
qema Arequipa
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa

Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa

5 out of 5
Plaza Bolivar S N Urb Selva Alegre Arequipa Arequipa
The price is ฿4,754 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿4,754
฿5,230 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stay at this luxury hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (330 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL

ARIQUEPAY HOTEL

4 out of 5
211 Calle San Francisco Arequipa
The price is ฿3,880 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿3,880
฿4,268 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Stay at this spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Los Tambos - Colonial

Los Tambos - Colonial

3.5 out of 5
409 C. Mercaderes Arequipa Arequipa
The price is ฿1,629 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿1,629
฿2,338 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Really attentive and helpful staff. Lovely rooms."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Los Tambos - Colonial
Los Tambos - Boutique

Los Tambos - Boutique

3.5 out of 5
Puente Bolognesi 129 Arequipa Arequipa
The price is ฿2,041 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
฿2,041
฿2,245 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (537 reviews)
"We’ve been hotel hopping all over South America and this hotels is easily one of the best we’ve stayed at. The breakfast was made to order and amazing. The staff are great and the location works well."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Los Tambos - Boutique
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Where to stay in Historical Center

Find the best Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

salazar bondy

Though salazar bondy may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yanahuara Plaza and Arequipa Cathedral.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background.
Photo by James Pinkney
Open Photo by James Pinkney

Yanahuara

While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.

A historic church with two bell towers and intricate stone carvings.

Cayma

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

Aerial drone view of Arequipa main square and cathedral church, with the Misti volcano at sunset. Arequipa, Peru.

José Luis Bustamante y Rivero

Though José Luis Bustamante y Rivero may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Porongoche and Parque Lambramani.

A historic plaza with a fountain, palm trees, and a large building with two towers.
Photo by Always Wanderlust (Adonis V.)
Open Photo by Always Wanderlust (Adonis V.)

Cerro Colorado District

While Cerro Colorado District isn't home to many top sights, Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

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