Vallecito
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
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.
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.
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

Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes

From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs

Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest

Route of the Sillar | Quarries of Añashuaycos | Half day

Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Top hotels in Vallecito

Mint Hotel
El hotel muy limpio, la atención fantástica . Si lo recomiendo, el desayuno delicioso y el restaurante muy lindo en el quinto piso , tiene una vista muy bonita y la comida muy buena. Me encantó!!!
Reviewed on 7 Nov, 2025

Casa Arequipa
Great staff. Lovely decor. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Nov, 2025

Dreams Boutique Hotel
We really enjoyed our stay at Dreams! The best part was the staff. They were so helpful and friendly even when they had to climb three flights of stairs to reach our room. They also surprised my boyfriend (and me) with a chocolate cake dessert with a candle for his birthday and all gathered around ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2017

Las Mercedes Hostal Residencial
We enjoyed a pleasant three night stay at this character filled hotel. We really enjoyed its cleanliness, parking, breakfast and staff. It’s very convenient for accessing the historic downtown and Plaza Vea grocery store.
Reviewed on 22 Nov, 2025

Apart Hotel Incamin
Agradable Comoda
Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2025

Hotel El Turista
The staff was very nice. Overall, the property was clean and walking distance to the Plaza de Armas. Also, there is a holistic medical facility across the street and I went in and used their services. I was pleasantly surprised.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vallecito

El Lago
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Lago and surrounding area, you can visit Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace.

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 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.

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.

Santa Rosa de Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
