Historical Center
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 search for that perfect souvenir at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
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 with a trip to Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
You can browse the exhibits at Museum of Andean Sanctuaries, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
You can browse the exhibits at Mario Vargas Llosa Palace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Colca Canyon Tour Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint Condor Watching
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Pillones Waterfall Tour with Stone Forest in Arequipa
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Gorge Tour from Arequipa
Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half day Tour
Historical Center Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
My room was perfectly located, clean, and comfortable.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The staff were excellent lovely place to stay
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Beautiful hotel, the staff is super friendly and went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The room was very clean and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel is in the center of restaurant and bars but the room was quiet enough to relax and sleep well. The rooftop view is amazing, ...
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Muy buen hotel, el desayuno es excelente.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
qema Arequipa
The poolside al fresco dining and bar was so great. The river rafting tour they arranged was super fun, with convenient pickup from the hotel. The staff are all so nice. The room was cleaned well and was quite comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
The staff were excellent and very eager to help when my flight was cancelled.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Historical Center
San Lázaro
Though San Lázaro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral.
Vallecito
Vallecito might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia might 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.
Santa Rosa de Lima
While Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium.
José Luis Bustamante y Rivero
Though José Luis Bustamante y Rivero might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Porongoche and Parque Lambramani.
