Title: Visit Historical Center: 2026 Historical Center, Arequipa Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Historical Center](https://expedia.com/Historical-Center-Arequipa-Hotels.0-n553248635939578833-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Arequipa](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Arequipa](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Historical Center](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Historical-Center.d553248635939578833.Car-Rental-Guide)[Historical Center Vacations](https://expedia.com/Historical-Center.d553248635939578833.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Historical Center ## Arequipa ![Beautiful white city surrounded by three volcanoes ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/a69ff51a-a87a-4977-90c0-2a74a01d96cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arequipa cathedral, Peru #peru #southamerica #arequipa #architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/c4b3f1d3-69df-49a6-9f0e-6afd38693eff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lovely market, with very nice architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/307d0f3a-90fd-49ef-ae66-919068c04210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Una pequeña cuidad dentro de la cuidad. El monasterio me sorprendió y de buena forma. Se recomienda pagar por un guía ya que si haces el recorrido solo no entenderás nada. Lo que mas me gusto: los hornos, la cocina en general, y esta calle. Calle Córdoba, blanca con las características flores rojas. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/410/96492891-fc0a-46c7-8e3a-f4dc181d7743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arequipa Cathedral, Arequipa, Peru.](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.com/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 4.5/5(66 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.com/Arequipa-Plaza-De-Armas-Historical-Center.d6116916.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(54 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.com/Arequipa-Cathedral-Historical-Center.d6116918.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(34 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.com/San-Camilo-Market-Historical-Center.d6335248.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 4.5/5(54 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.com/Santa-Catalina-Monastery-Historical-Center.d6116920.Vacation-Attraction) #### Puente Grau 4.5/5(12 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Puente-Grau-Historical-Center.d553248621532465127.Vacation-Attraction) #### Casa Ricketts 4.5/5(8 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Casa-Ricketts-Historical-Center.d553248621532374837.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51288149/c676ab2b-7db7-4edc-a4a2-5b29bef9a618.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half Day Tour $24 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rafting-in-arequipa-chili-river-half-day-tour.a51288149.activity-details) ![Full Day Arequipa Tour to Sillar and Canyon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51290310/b726a2dc-89f7-4563-84a0-1ccb22e74e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Arequipa Tour to Sillar and Canyon $25 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-arequipa-tour-to-sillar-and-canyon.a51290310.activity-details) ![MAGICAL COLCA 2 DAYS AND 1 NIGHT](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47003659/487b24f9-9ebd-44fc-9538-f96c430a15b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Day Tour to the Magical Colca Canyon $83 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-day-tour-to-the-magical-colca-canyon.a47003659.activity-details) ![Colca Canyon Tour Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint Condor Watching](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50943728/581d02b7-434f-4cb7-ba9f-64fa08c2744c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colca Canyon Tour Cruz del Cóndor Viewpoint Condor Watching $52 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/colca-canyon-tour-cruz-del-condor-viewpoint-condor-watching.a50943728.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 $44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/arequipa-tour-to-the-pillones-waterfalls-and-stone-forest.a48270990.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 $29 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-10-hours-pillones-waterfall-and-puruna-stone-forest.a47099956.activity-details) [See all activities in Arequipa](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Arequipa.d410.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Historical Center Hotel Deals ![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 $127 nightly $127 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (311 reviews) Excellent hotel Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%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 $107 nightly $107 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 Book a stay at this spa hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (194 reviews) Great! 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Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%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 $113 nightly $113 total Apr 3 - Apr 4 Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Arequipa Plaza de Armas ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews) Muy buen hotel, el desayuno es excelente. Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F3%2F2026&endDate=4%2F4%2F2026&selected=63650278&PinnedHotelID=63650278&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 Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arequipa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (463 reviews) This is a great hotel. Unfortunately the room opposite mine had their tv on so load I could hear it despite being on the opposite side of the corridor, but I can’t blame the hotel for that. They asked them to turn it down but I could still hear it at 4:30am! I would nevertheless stay here again because ... 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[](https://expedia.com/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 Vallecito might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and San Camilo Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/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 4.5/5(7 area reviews) While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint. [](https://expedia.com/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) ### Piedra Santa Though Piedra Santa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza. [](https://expedia.com/Arequipa-Piedra-Santa.dx553248635976399268) ![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) ### Chilina Though Chilina might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery. 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