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.
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, 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
Arequipa Walking Tour and Santa Catalina Monastery
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
From Arequipa: 8-hour tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve
Top hotels in Historical Center
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
qema Arequipa
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
QASA Arequipa by Nomad
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
qp Hotels Arequipa
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2024
La Hostería
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Reviewed on 31 Jul 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 Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Piedra Santa
Piedra Santa might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chilina
When in Chilina, you can plan a visit to Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.