La Candelaria Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit La Candelaria
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Tour to the Salinas Lagoon and National Reserve in Arequipa
Laguna de Salinas and Salar de Salinas with panoramic views of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.
Arequipa: Chili River White Water Rafting & Snack + Pick Up
Hike to the Ashlar Route and Culebrillas in Arequipa
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Our pick of the best La Candelaria Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Beautiful hotel and grounds. The llamas and tortoise were an extra, my family enjoyed them very much.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
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
qema Arequipa
Tout était parfait et l'habitation super confortable.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Nice clean room, great location and nice rooftop bar/restaurant.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The service is excellent, in all departments
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Excellent hoyel good location 10 minutes out of the city rooms 5 star ..good massage had by both of us
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Candelaria
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.
Socabaya
While Socabaya may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Mansion del Fundador and Molino de Sabandia.
Paucarpata
Paucarpata might not have many top sights, but Mall Aventura Porongoche and Molino de Sabandia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Jacobo Hunter
While visiting Jacobo Hunter, you might make a stop by sights like La Mansion del Fundador and Kartódromo Cerro Juli.
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.
