Things to do in Arequipa
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Tours & day trips
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Arequipa City Tour and food and drinks experience
Private & custom tours
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Arequipa: Private tour to the Ashlar Route
Water activities
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Rafting Arequipa - Chilli River Canoeing - Cusipata Rafting Arequipa
Wildlife & nature
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From Arequipa: Tour to Chivay & Colca Canyon
Classes & workshops
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Peruvian Cooking Class in Arequipa
What to do in 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.
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.
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.
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.
National University of St Augustin of Arequipa
Explore the campus of National University of St Augustin of Arequipa during your stay in Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Yanahuara Plaza
Explore the great outdoors at Yanahuara Plaza, a lovely green space in Arequipa. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Parque Lambramani
During your visit to Arequipa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Parque Lambramani. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
San Camilo Market
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.
Areas of Arequipa
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.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
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.
Cerro Colorado District
While Cerro Colorado District isn't home to many top sights, Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cayma
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cayma and surrounding area, you can visit Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery.
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.
