Historical Center Travel Guide

Arequipa

A historic building with two towers and a central dome, surrounded by palm trees and a fountain.
A historic cathedral with two towers, a large mountain in the background, and a well-maintained garden with palm trees.
A plaza with palm trees, a large building with a tower, and people walking.
A historic church with two towers and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
A courtyard with a fountain, surrounded by arches and a large building with a dome.

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A historic building with two towers and a central dome, surrounded by palm trees and a fountain.

Arequipa Plaza de Armas

9.6/10 (509 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.
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ARIQUEPAY HOTEL

ARIQUEPAY HOTEL

4 out of 5
211 Calle San Francisco Arequipa
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.045.908 ₫ per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
3.045.908 ₫
3.350.499 ₫ total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
qema Arequipa

qema Arequipa

3 out of 5
Calle Jerusalen 606 Arequipa Arequipa
The price is 920.325 ₫ per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
920.325 ₫
1.012.358 ₫ total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Puente Grau ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"Super cool hotel with hostal vibes, bar, food, live music, and diferent activities through the week. Also you can coordinate activities from the hotel. My favorite thing was the vibe and the spa"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

qema Arequipa
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa

4 out of 5
Calle Puente Grau 205 Arequipa
The price is 2.515.810 ₫ per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
2.515.810 ₫
2.767.444 ₫ total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Museo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (138 reviews)
"Todo excelente, un servicio de primera, a la altura de la infraestructura. Muchas gracias por sus atenciones."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
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 3.419.665 ₫ per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
3.419.665 ₫
3.761.763 ₫ total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Stay at this luxury hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (324 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, the staff is amazing and the food is absolutely fabulous. Looking forward to staying here again.!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza

Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza

3.5 out of 5
Portal de Flores 116 Arequipa
The price is 3.569.410 ₫ per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
3.569.410 ₫
3.926.351 ₫ total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Arequipa Cathedral ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"Very good location."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas

Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas

3.5 out of 5
Portal de la Municipalidad 126-128 Arequipa
The price is 3.169.993 ₫ per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
3.169.993 ₫
3.486.992 ₫ total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (312 reviews)
"We spent three nights at Katari hotel in Arequipa (May 2026). You can't beat the location, right on the central plaza! They serve a very nice breakfast (made to order) on the open-air terrace overlooking the Plaza de Armas. It was so peaceful and lovely. We also had drinks at sunset from the same ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
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Where to stay in Historical Center

Find the best Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

salazar bondy

Though salazar bondy may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Club Internacional Arequipa and Yanahuara Plaza.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain in the background.
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Yanahuara

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

Carmen Alto

While Carmen Alto isn't home to many top sights, Yanahuara Plaza and Arequipa Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

A mountainous landscape with terraced fields and a wooden viewing platform.

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.

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.

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