Historical Center 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.
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.
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.
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
Arequipa: Fullday Colca Canyon + Lunch + Transfer to Puno
Arequipa: Tour Colca Canyon 2 Days Classic overnight in Chivay
From Arequipa: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
Day Trip from Arequipa: Explore the Majestic Colca Canyon
Top hotels in Historical Center
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
"todo muy bien!!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
qema Arequipa
"Lamentablemente, mi experiencia en este lugar fue muy decepcionante. Durante mi estancia, la música de la mini discoteca o centro de eventos en las instalaciones se mantuvo a un volumen extremadamente alto desde aproximadamente las 10:00 p.m. hasta las 2:00 a.m., acompañada de personas gritando y ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
"I had an excellent time at the hotel. The hotel was very clean, very well priced for a 5 star hotel. The breakfast was included and food was fresh!"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
"Brilliant hotel. Stay here if you can. Beautifully renovated colonial building. Rooms excellent. Very comfortable and clean. Safe and fridge in room. Daily water bottles. Hotel right in centre of city. Can walk everywhere. Breakfast buffet excellent. Staff lovely. Friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
"Good stay. A bit loud on the plaza"
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
"We spent three nights at Katari hotel in Arequipa (May 2026). You can't beat the location, right on the central plaza! They serve a very nice breakfast (made to order) on the open-air terrace overlooking the Plaza de Armas. It was so peaceful and lovely. We also had drinks at sunset from the same ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
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Where to stay in Historical Center
Cayma
If you're spending some time in Cayma, Mall Aventura Plaza Cayma and Cerro Cueva de Orejones are top sights worth seeing.
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.
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Casa Ricketts and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Miraflores
While Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arequipa Stadium and Parque Lambramani.
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 Casa Ricketts.
