Carmen Alto 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.
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.
National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
Explore the campus of National University of St Augustin of Arequipa during your stay in Arequipa. 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.
Things to do
From Arequipa: Excursion to the Colca Canyon ending in Puno
From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Day Trip from Arequipa: Explore the Majestic Colca Canyon
Top hotels in Carmen Alto
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
qema Arequipa
Tout était parfait et l'habitation super confortable.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Such a pretty hotel, nice beds, and bathrooms, very clean. Huge breakfast buffet. Staff was incredibly helpful. Even made bud reservations for us. Great location, six minutes from main square.. tons of restaurants close by
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
We stayed 4 nights, we really liked everything, very clean, the staff, the breakfasts, the food and everything was excellent. I would go back and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The service is excellent, in all departments
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Los Tambos - Boutique
A wonderful boutique hotel, a stone throw from the Main Plaza and great restaurants. The staff were exceptional- calling out Jose in particular who went above and beyond to ensure our party of 6 were comfortable and stress free! Definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carmen Alto
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.
Cayma
If you're spending some time in Cayma, Mall Aventura Plaza Cayma and Cerro Cueva de Orejones are top sights worth seeing.
Alto Selva Alegre
While Alto Selva Alegre may 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 Arequipa Cathedral.
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.
