Historical Center Travel Guide

Arequipa
Historical Center

Popular places to visit

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Arequipa Plaza de Armas

5/5(5 reviews)

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.

Arequipa Plaza de Armas
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Arequipa Cathedral

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Arequipa Cathedral
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Santa Catalina Monastery

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

Santa Catalina Monastery
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San Camilo Market

5/5(1 review)

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.

San Camilo Market
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Casa Ricketts

Find out about the history of Arequipa with a stop at Casa Ricketts. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Casa Ricketts
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Arequipa's Historical Museum

You can study the exhibits at Arequipa's Historical Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Arequipa's Historical Museum

Things to do

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4-day Arequipa and Colca Canyon Essential Tour Package

Rp10.120.843
Per adult
4-day Arequipa and Colca Canyon Essential Tour Package
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Arequipa Tour, Valley, ATVs and Canopy.

Rp1.159.725
Per adult
Arequipa Tour, Valley, ATVs and Canopy.
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Arequipa Food Tour Experience

Rp1.778.245
Per adult
Arequipa Food Tour Experience
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Arequipa City Tour with Santa Catalina Monastery

Rp1.494.808
Per adult
Arequipa City Tour with Santa Catalina Monastery
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Colca Canyon 2d / 1n and landing in Puno

Rp1.903.186
Per adult
Colca Canyon 2d / 1n and landing in Puno
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Day Tour to Colca Canyon from Arequipa

Rp5.102.635
Per adult
Day Tour to Colca Canyon from Arequipa
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Top hotels in Historical Center

ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
4 out of 5
211 Calle San Francisco, Arequipa
The price is Rp1.109.696 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp1.109.696
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Casa Ricketts ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Property I very well kept!! Enjoyed staying here! Room was very nice! We had balcony with city view! Staff was also very friendly!! Great location as well. Easy to walk to a few main points! Highly recommend!!"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
5 out of 5
Plaza Bolivar S N Urb Selva Alegre, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is Rp2.777.895 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
Rp2.777.895
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (205 reviews)
"Nice property, wonderful breakfast. The one thing we did not like was the shower. It is open on one end so cold air came in, water temperature was inconsistent and there was a puddle of water on the bathroom floor by the time we were done so we stood in a puddle of water to use the toilet. Seals ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Casa Andina Premium Arequipa
Casa Andina Premium Arequipa
4 out of 5
Ugarte 403, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is Rp2.830.980 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp2.830.980
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas ...
9/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"Marvelous! I loved everything about this hotel"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Casa Andina Premium Arequipa
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
4 out of 5
Calle Puente Grau 205, Arequipa
The price is Rp1.464.300 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
Rp1.464.300
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas ...
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Fantastic fusion of old charm and modern touches
"The reception staff were excellent, but the only slight negative was the lack of customer service by a couple of restaurant staff. Overall it was an extremely positive experience and I will stay here when I return to Arequipa."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
La Hostería
La Hostería
3 out of 5
Bolívar 405 - Cercado, Arequipa, Arequipa
The price is Rp1.788.724 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
Rp1.788.724
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Mundo Alpaca ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (125 reviews)
"Der ganze Gebäudekomplex ist wunderschön und das Highlight ist die Terrasse mit Blick auf den Vulkan. Das Frühstück war super lecker und das Zimmer sehr groß und ruhig. Die Dusche hat um die 10 min gebraucht um warm zu werden, das war vielleicht das einzig negative."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

La Hostería
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
3.5 out of 5
Portal de la Municipalidad 126-128, Plaza de Armas, Arequipa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.478.087 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp1.478.087
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
"Excellent view of the Plaza de Armas at the roof top. Top notch hotel!"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
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Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center

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Vallecito

While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and San Camilo Market.

Vallecito
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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.

Santa Cecilia
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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 La Mansión del Fundador.

El Lago
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Yanahuara

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.

Yanahuara
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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.

Santa Rosa de Lima
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Chilina

When in Chilina, you can plan a visit to Yanahuara Plaza and Arequipa's Historical Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chilina

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