Santa Cecilia Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Cecilia
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
Arequipa: Chili River White Water Rafting + Pickup & Snack
Laguna and Salar de Salinas with a panoramic view of the Misti and Chachani Volcanoes.
Hike to the Ruta del Sillar and Culebrillas in Arequipa
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Our pick of the best Santa Cecilia 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
qema Arequipa
Tout était parfait et l'habitation super confortable.
Reviewed on 3 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
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
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 Santa Cecilia
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Piedra Santa
Piedra Santa might not have many top sights, but Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
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.
Challapampa - Santa Sofía
While Challapampa - Santa Sofía isn't home to many top sights, Yanahuara Plaza and Umacollo Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
