La Candelaria 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: Countryside by Panoramic Bus
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Half Day Tour
From Arequipa: Two-day hike through the Colca Canyon
Top hotels in La Candelaria
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
qema Arequipa
The accomodation is super clean and lovely. Theres a bar, pool and restaurant with loads of options and breakfast. We booked a few tours through the agency here and it was fantastic, super easy and the tours were great. The room was clean and comfortable, can be a bit loud if they have events on ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Great location, clean and nice staff.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
The rooms are extremely quiet and luxurious. The spa was not run well — no one was there. The breakfast was amazing, but the restaurant's service was on the slow side. The neighborhood is in the business district and boring.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Los Tambos - Boutique
Los Tambos is in a great location close to the main Plaza. Rooms are on the smaller side and there is not much soundproofing between units.The upstairs rooftop patio was a great place to relax. Breakfast was great - order off a menu. All food fresh, flavourful and artfully presented. Water cooler ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 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
Other neighbourhoods around La Candelaria
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.
Socabaya
While Socabaya may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Mansion del Fundador and Molino de Sabandia.
Paucarpata
Paucarpata might not have many top sights, but Mall Aventura Porongoche and Molino de Sabandia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Jacobo Hunter
While visiting Jacobo Hunter, you might make a stop by sights like La Mansion del Fundador and Kartódromo Cerro Juli.
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.
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.
