San Lázaro 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 San Lázaro
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Great location, clean and nice staff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
ANDARI HOTELES
Good basic hotel close to historic center. Room was small, no view. But everything you need was there.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Hotel Fundador By Robles
Great room, spacious, lovely balcony with an awesome view.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Maison du Soleil
Hotel La Casa de Irma Arequipa
El Portal de San Lázaro
I almost don't want to leave a review so as not to further expose this adorable little gem. We didn't know what to expect, but were headed to Arequipa for a 9 day business trip and needed something affordable that we can call home base that was close to everything as well as a convenient taxi/uber ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Lázaro
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.
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.
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.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Piedra Santa
Piedra Santa might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Parque Lambramani and Arequipa Cathedral.
