Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Arequipa Region March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Arequipa Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Arequipa Region Types of activities Where to stay [Arequipa Region travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Region.dx6235846) ![Terraced fields at Cabanaconde near the Colca Canyon in the Arequipa region of Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235846/3c3b28ec-ac88-4ed0-8719-257b9645e527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Terraced fields at Cabanaconde near the Colca Canyon in the Arequipa region of Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6235846/3c3b28ec-ac88-4ed0-8719-257b9645e527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Canyon de Colca Condor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6085471/1f59ec38-eaea-4215-8eb3-c0767be00711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I don't think my GPS location on this is correct, but it is off of the road between the sacred valley and Cuzco. Anyway, it's an ancient Incan terraced seed breeding farm for the royals. Evidently, they bred hundreds of varieties of potatoes alone. Terrific hike. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973465284/9b75bd50-c8e8-4277-9506-9ab4c5552d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colca Canyon in Peru should be on every hiker's bucket list. We spent two nights there during our visit a few years back and loved every moment. The best memory I have is of us watching the sun dip behind the mountains from a natural hot spring in Llahuar, a perfect ending to a long day of #hiking! #goldenhour #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973465584/b841ce05-c1c9-4247-b4ab-f1107c038e3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6235846) ## What to do in Arequipa Region --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Arequipa Region ![0_dv604044](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116916/796c11a5-1df8-428e-9ba0-99bfb64f626b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arequipa Plaza de Armas 4.5/5(27 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Plaza-De-Armas-Historical-Center.d6116916.Vacation-Attraction) ![Colca Canyon featuring landscape views, a river or creek and farmland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144504/d1e4db46-2669-4961-bb44-8ab952e1c545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colca Canyon Visit one of the world's deepest canyons, a geological landmark in southern Peru that is home to colossal birds, fascinating rock forms and ancient villages. [](https://expedia.ca/Colca-Canyon-Arequipa-Region.d6144504.Vacation-Attraction) ![Traditional Arequipenan hats for sale at a stall in the San Camileo central market in Arequipa, Peru. South America. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6335248/e2be64d0-1e9c-4581-870b-24d96cdece86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Camilo Market 4.5/5(12 reviews) During your trip to Arequipa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at San Camilo Market. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Camilo-Market-Historical-Center.d6335248.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pretty Cathedral in Arequipa at night ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/bf19118a-83e8-4fee-8463-43564e700714.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arequipa Cathedral 4.5/5(27 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Cathedral-Historical-Center.d6116918.Vacation-Attraction) ![Santa Catalina monastery a must see place in Arequipa. Peru. This is a detail from the multicoloured walls. Oranges,reds,blues, a fascinating wander through a large and impressive complex, founded in the 16th century.. #BVSBlue ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/da9b1b44-5ea2-4126-8931-8cc64861ff82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Catalina Monastery 5/5(20 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Catalina-Monastery-Historical-Center.d6116920.Vacation-Attraction) #### Parque Lambramani 5/5(4 reviews) During your visit to Arequipa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Parque Lambramani. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples. [](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Lambramani-Arequipa.d553248635142387380.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mall Aventura Porongoche During your trip to Arequipa, you can do some window-shopping at Mall Aventura Porongoche. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples. [](https://expedia.ca/Mall-Aventura-Porongoche-Paucarpata.d553248635142389981.Vacation-Attraction) #### National University of St Augustin of Arequipa 4.5/5(2 reviews) Walk around the campus at National University of St Augustin of Arequipa as part of your travels around Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/National-University-Of-St-Augustin-Of-Arequipa-Arequipa.d6116924.Vacation-Attraction) #### Catholic University of Santa Maria 5/5(3 reviews) Walk around the campus at Catholic University of Santa Maria during your visit to Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Catholic-University-Of-Santa-Maria-Arequipa.d553248628158496486.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Arequipa Region ![Beautiful white city surrounded by three volcanoes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/a69ff51a-a87a-4977-90c0-2a74a01d96cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historical Center 4.5/5(52 area reviews) Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historic sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Historical-Center.dx553248635939578833) ![Panoramic view to Picchu Picchu, Chachani and Misti mountains Arequipa, Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973463259/4040787e-aa98-47c6-afdd-cb1116b9662a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Yanahuara 5/5(3 area reviews) While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Yanahuara.dx553248635973463259) ![Plaza de armas cathedral. Also made of volcanic sillar.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/5db6ad12-ec92-4190-ba2b-8170d21d38cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cerro Colorado District While there might not be top attractions in Cerro Colorado District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Cerro-Colorado-District.dx553248635964830676) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jacobo Hunter While visiting Jacobo Hunter, you might make a stop by sights like La Mansion del Fundador and Kartódromo Cerro Juli. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Jacobo-Hunter.dx553248635973467835) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alto Selva Alegre Though Alto Selva Alegre might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Alto-Selva-Alegre.dx553248635973464459) ![Facade of the Cayma Church, in Arequipa city, Peru.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635973067293/0238f1e0-cdd9-4666-9148-d94c2d572cda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cayma Cayma might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Arequipa-Cayma.dx553248635973067293) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Arequipa Region ![Aerial panoramic view to Colca canyon Chivay, Arequipa, Peru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/bf0eab65-2f40-42c6-a92d-048598f2bd3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arequipa ![Original and funny vehicle, official taxi in Chivay. We took a ride on it!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051579/d1afef57-c93e-41da-ac50-cd2016eb9392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chivay ![Andes Mountain Landscape near Yanque, Colca Canyon, Peru in the Evening](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161762/cced1ab6-3703-4b9e-b512-772803c37d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yanque ![Condor house in Peru ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000446493/6cbda73d-f03a-4a49-b057-0701da65f4bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Majes ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app