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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
Top hotels in Santa Cecilia
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Everything excellent
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
llegué al hotel y no me dieron mi cuarto sino hasta las 6:00 pm porque no habia agua en todo el hotel, no se podia ni usar el baño del lobby. ni siquiera me compenaron por las horas perdidas. la zona del bar / mirador estaba en reparaciones y no es nada de lo que ofrecen en las fotos.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
The breakfast was absolutely amazing! So many choices, and so good! I ate enough that I didn’t need lunch :) staff was so nice and the property was immaculately maintained. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
The rooms are extremely quiet and luxurious. The spa was not run well — no one was there. The breakfast was amazing, but the restaurant's service was on the slow side. The neighborhood is in the business district and boring.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Los Tambos - Boutique
Basic but nice
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cecilia
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
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 Santa Catalina Monastery 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 San Camilo Market and Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Puente Grau and Santa Catalina Monastery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
El Lago
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Lago and surrounding area, you can visit Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum.
