Vallecito Travel Guide
Arequipa
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.
Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum in Arequipa. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
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.
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 Vallecito
Mint Hotel
Excellent Breakfast, Super Clean, Staff helped us book a taxi. Worth the $$
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Posada Toulouse Arequipa
Casa Arequipa
Great staff. Lovely decor. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Casa de Avila Hotel
Decent place to stay close to the main plaza and sights. Nice and quiet with a beautiful garden space. Staff were fantastic!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2025
hotel florez boutique
Las Mercedes Hostal Residencial
We enjoyed a pleasant three night stay at this character filled hotel. We really enjoyed its cleanliness, parking, breakfast and staff. It’s very convenient for accessing the historic downtown and Plaza Vea grocery store.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vallecito
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.
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.
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.
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.
