Yanahuara 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.
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.
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.
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.
Yanahuara Viewpoint
Learn about the local history of Arequipa when you take a trip to Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Top hotels in Yanahuara
Posada Nueva España
Hotel Andenes Arequipa
Hotel San Felipe Suites
Excellent Customer service
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Samana Hotel
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
The rooms are extremely quiet and luxurious. The spa was not run well — no one was there. The breakfast was amazing, but the restaurant's service was on the slow side. The neighborhood is in the business district and boring.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yanahuara
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yanahuara Plaza and Santa Catalina Monastery.
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.
El Lago
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Lago and surrounding area, you can visit Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
Vallecito
While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and Museum of Andean Sanctuaries.
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.
San Francisco de Asis
San Francisco de Asis might not have many top sights, but Mario Vargas Llosa Palace and Mario Vargas Llosa House Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
