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
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.

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.
Catholic University of Santa Maria
Explore the campus of Catholic University of Santa Maria 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.
Top hotels in Vallecito

Las Mercedes Hostal Residencial
The service and care was beyond amazing and the courtyard is beautiful!
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2023

Mint Hotel
El hotel muy limpio, la atención fantástica . Si lo recomiendo, el desayuno delicioso y el restaurante muy lindo en el quinto piso , tiene una vista muy bonita y la comida muy buena. Me encantó!!!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Dreams Boutique Hotel
We really enjoyed our stay at Dreams! The best part was the staff. They were so helpful and friendly even when they had to climb three flights of stairs to reach our room. They also surprised my boyfriend (and me) with a chocolate cake dessert with a candle for his birthday and all gathered around ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2017

HOTEL BOUTIQUE AREQUIPA VIVE

Casa Arequipa
Great staff. Lovely decor. Nice breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

Hotel Hanan Deluxe
Convenient
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Vallecito

Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Arequipa Plaza de Armas or Arequipa Cathedral 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.

San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Santa Rosa de Lima
Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.
Vallecito Travel Guide
- Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum
- Arequipa Plaza de Armas
- Santa Catalina Monastery
- Arequipa Cathedral
- San Camilo Market
- National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
- Molino de Sabandia
- El Misti
- Casa Goyeneche
- Casa Ricketts
- Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
- Claustros de La Compañía
- Yanahuara Viewpoint
- Arequipa's Historical Museum
- Museo Histórico Municipal
- Mundo Alpaca
- Patio del Ekeko
- Iglesia de San Francisco
- Society of Jesus Architectural Complex
- Museo de la Universidad Nacional de San Agustín
- Melgar Stadium
