Title: Historical Center Travel Guide: Best of Historical Center, Arequipa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Historical Center](https://expedia.co.uk/Historical-Center-Hotels.d553248635939578833.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Arequipa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Arequipa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Historical Center Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Historical-Center.d553248635939578833.Car-Hire-Guide)[Historical Center Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Historical-Center.d553248635939578833.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Historical Center Travel Guide ## Arequipa ![Historical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/a69ff51a-a87a-4977-90c0-2a74a01d96cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/c4b3f1d3-69df-49a6-9f0e-6afd38693eff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/307d0f3a-90fd-49ef-ae66-919068c04210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/96492891-fc0a-46c7-8e3a-f4dc181d7743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/2b1b1d5c-037b-4c1e-8c49-cea046487827.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Historical Center Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Arequipa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa.dx410) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 5/5(5 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.co.uk/Arequipa-Plaza-De-Armas-Historical-Center.d6116916.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 5/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Camilo-Market-Historical-Center.d6335248.Attraction) ![Arequipa Cathedral](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(4 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-Cathedral-Historical-Center.d6116918.Attraction) ![Santa Catalina Monastery](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(4 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.co.uk/Santa-Catalina-Monastery-Historical-Center.d6116920.Attraction) #### Casa Ricketts Find out about the history of Arequipa with a stop at Casa Ricketts. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-Ricketts-Historical-Center.d553248621532374837.Attraction) #### Puente Grau Find out about the history of Arequipa with a stop at Puente Grau. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Puente-Grau-Historical-Center.d553248621532465127.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2725076/803681cd-5ad9-4dc9-b11a-d81ac00f00c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs £16 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sillar-route-and-culebrillas-petroglyphs.a2725076.activity-details) ![Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48270990/5beca799-811d-4415-8b21-5623cd0f44ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest £33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arequipa-tour-to-the-pillones-waterfalls-and-stone-forest.a48270990.activity-details) ![2-Day Tour to the Magical Colca Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47003659/220d5021-c38b-415c-8a32-f90435b2b172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Day Tour to the Magical Colca Canyon £62 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-day-tour-to-the-magical-colca-canyon.a47003659.activity-details) ![Condor the biggest bird in Colca Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2134505/c70e5ff6-343c-4b6e-8250-50c70cf328a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Trip to Colca Canyon from Arequipa £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-trip-to-colca-canyon-from-arequipa.a2134505.activity-details) ![Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47099956/e9cc4015-3540-4283-b8b6-51b2fdef4039.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-10-hours-pillones-waterfall-and-puruna-stone-forest.a47099956.activity-details) ![Route of the Sillar | Quarries of Añashuaycos | Half day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48102657/df8443cc-f226-4ca3-923f-86a3c2e5f463.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Route of the Sillar | Quarries of Añashuaycos | Half day £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/route-of-the-sillar-quarries-of-anashuaycos-half-day.a48102657.activity-details) [See all activities in Arequipa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Historical Center ![Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31717800/31717706/c4ed7785_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa Plaza Bolivar S N Urb Selva Alegre Arequipa Arequipa £118 11 Apr - 12 Apr 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! (314 reviews) Excellent hotel Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=31717706&PinnedHotelID=31717706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578833) ![ARIQUEPAY HOTEL](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98500000/98498600/98498516/efa8852e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ARIQUEPAY HOTEL 211 Calle San Francisco Arequipa £94 17 Apr - 18 Apr 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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (196 reviews) Everything excellent Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=98498516&PinnedHotelID=98498516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578833) ![Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11830000/11828900/11828834/2281f362_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas Portal de la Municipalidad 126-128 Arequipa £96 28 Apr - 29 Apr 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! (301 reviews) llegué al hotel y no me dieron mi cuarto sino hasta las 6:00 pm porque no habia agua en todo el hotel, no se podia ni usar el baño del lobby. ni siquiera me compenaron por las horas perdidas. la zona del bar / mirador estaba en reparaciones y no es nada de lo que ofrecen en las fotos. Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F04%2F2026&endDate=29%2F04%2F2026&selected=11828834&PinnedHotelID=11828834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578833) ![Hampton by Hilton Arequipa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63660000/63650300/63650278/81c1ba73_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton Arequipa Calle Puente Grau 205 Arequipa £87 11 Apr - 12 Apr 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! (121 reviews) The breakfast was absolutely amazing! So many choices, and so good! I ate enough that I didn’t need lunch :) staff was so nice and the property was immaculately maintained. Would definitely recommend. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=63650278&PinnedHotelID=63650278&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578833) ![Los Tambos - Boutique](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3019500/3019439/aeb0ea74_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Los Tambos - Boutique Puente Bolognesi 129 Arequipa Arequipa £67 18 Apr - 19 Apr Stay at this hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (510 reviews) Basic but nice Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F04%2F2026&endDate=19%2F04%2F2026&selected=3019439&PinnedHotelID=3019439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578833) ![Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4690000/4685800/4685710/c14ebad7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza Calle Jerusalen 202 Arequipa Arequipa £52 6 Apr - 7 Apr Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (465 reviews) 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. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-San-Lazaro.dx944521192728035328) ![Reise Auf den Weg zum Kreuz des Condors hoch in den Anden in Peru ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964996947/354a1d97-64ad-4edb-b8cf-cb4afa7c8021.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vallecito While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like San Camilo Market and Arequipa Plaza de Armas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-Vallecito.dx553248635964996947) ![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 4/5(1 area review) While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-Yanahuara.dx553248635973463259) ![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) ### El Lago If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Lago and surrounding area, you can visit Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-El-Lago.dx553248635976400480) ![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) ### Santa Rosa de Lima Santa Rosa de Lima might not have many top sights, but Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arequipa-Santa-Rosa-De-Lima.dx553248635976400860) ![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) ### 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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