Santa Cecilia Travel Guide
Arequipa
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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
Santa Catalina Monastery is just one of the places to see in Arequipa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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.
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 Santa Cecilia
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
"Such a pretty hotel, nice beds, and bathrooms, very clean. Huge breakfast buffet. Staff was incredibly helpful. Even made bud reservations for us. Great location, six minutes from main square.. tons of restaurants close by"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
"Tuvimos una estadia de 2 noches. Llegamos 11 am y nos permitieron um early check in lo cual fue fabuloso. La habitacion comoda y espaciosa. Cama comoda y aguas de cortesia. El desayuno buffet frente a la piscina , muy variado. En nuestra segunda noche habia una fiesta frente a la ventana de nuestra ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
"Super"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
qema Arequipa
"The staff was very personable and we loved the dance class by pool"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
"wow"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
"Excellent service at the hotel. The room was clean and comfortable! The amenities were great and the rooftop view was amazing! We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Where to stay in Santa Cecilia
Historical Center
Unique features of Historical Center include the mountain views and historical sites. Make a stop by Museum of Andean Sanctuaries or Arequipa Plaza de Armas while you're exploring the area.
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.
Cayma
If you're spending some time in Cayma, Mall Aventura Plaza Cayma and Cerro Cueva de Orejones are top sights worth seeing.
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Arequipa Cathedral and Arequipa Plaza de Armas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Miraflores
While Miraflores may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Petroglifos de Toro Muerto and Arequipa Stadium.
