Historical Center
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 search for that perfect souvenir at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Arequipa Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Arequipa with a trip to Arequipa Cathedral. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Santa Catalina Monastery
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.
Casa Ricketts
Find out about the history of Arequipa when you spend time at Casa Ricketts. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Puente Grau
Find out about the history of Arequipa when you take a trip to Puente Grau. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Route of the Sillar | Quarries of Añashuaycos | Half day
Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
Full Day Trip to Colca Canyon from Arequipa
Historical Center Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Everything excellent
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
Clean and spacious room. Very good breakfast and best location.
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Muy buena experiencia, buena comida, atención y el lugar muy limpio. Realmente un 10/10 vale completamente la pena
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Los Tambos - Boutique
Basic but nice
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
They had a wonderful breakfast where you had the buffet, but also can special order eggs your way and various items like pancakes and waffles. All the staff were super sweet and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center
San Lázaro
Though San Lázaro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Puente Grau and Santa Catalina Monastery.
Vallecito
Vallecito might not have many top sights, but San Camilo Market and Arequipa Plaza de Armas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
El Lago
While El Lago might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum.
Santa Rosa de Lima
While Santa Rosa de Lima might 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 Santa Catalina Monastery.
José Luis Bustamante y Rivero
Though José Luis Bustamante y Rivero might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Porongoche and Parque Lambramani.
