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 find the perfect gifts to bring home 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 when you stop by 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 storied past, during your trip 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
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
Colca Canyon Full Day Tour from Arequipa to Puno
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs
Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest
Top hotels in Historical Center
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
My flight was cancelled because there was a heavy rain and the hotel did not honor us to get reimbursed for our purchase. There were other several airlines that the flight was also cancelled. They closed the airport and they knew about it but still did not help us at all.
Reviewed on 14 Feb, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Muy buen hotel, el desayuno es excelente.
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The staff were excellent lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 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 12 Jan, 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 15 Feb, 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
The staff were excellent and very eager to help when my flight was cancelled.
Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2026
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.
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.
Santa Rosa de Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
