Vallecito Travel Guide
Arequipa

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.
Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum in Arequipa. 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

From Arequipa: Full Day Tour of Colca Canyon with Meals

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

Arequipa: Tour Colca Canyon 2 Days Classic overnight in Chivay

Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa

Offer Price Tour Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve 8 hours
Top hotels in Vallecito

Mint Hotel
"Excellent Breakfast, Super Clean, Staff helped us book a taxi. Worth the $$"
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Posada Toulouse Arequipa

Casa de Avila Hotel
"Decent place to stay close to the main plaza and sights. Nice and quiet with a beautiful garden space. Staff were fantastic!"
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2025

Casa Arequipa
"Helpful ataff"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

hotel florez boutique

Hotel Hanan Deluxe
"Convenient"
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Vallecito

Atlas
When in Atlas, you can plan a visit to Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Francisco de Asis
San Francisco de Asis might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.

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

Monte Bello
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Monte Bello and surrounding area, you can visit Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.

