Santa Cecilia
Arequipa
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Trip to Colca Canyon from Arequipa
Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
From Arequipa: Salinas Lagoon Full-Day Trip with Hot Springs
Top hotels in Santa Cecilia
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
ARIQUEPAY HOTEL
Everything excellent
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
llegué al hotel y no me dieron mi cuarto sino hasta las 6:00 pm porque no habia agua en todo el hotel, no se podia ni usar el baño del lobby. ni siquiera me compenaron por las horas perdidas. la zona del bar / mirador estaba en reparaciones y no es nada de lo que ofrecen en las fotos.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
The breakfast was absolutely amazing! So many choices, and so good! I ate enough that I didn’t need lunch :) staff was so nice and the property was immaculately maintained. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Tierra Viva Arequipa Plaza
This is a great hotel. Unfortunately the room opposite mine had their tv on so load I could hear it despite being on the opposite side of the corridor, but I can’t blame the hotel for that. They asked them to turn it down but I could still hear it at 4:30am! I would nevertheless stay here again because ...
Reviewed on 15 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 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 Arequipa Plaza de Armas or Arequipa Cathedral 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 San Camilo Market and Arequipa Plaza de Armas.
San Lázaro
When in San Lázaro, you can plan a visit to Santa Catalina Monastery and Arequipa Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Huaranguillo
When in Huaranguillo, you can plan a visit to Casa Goyeneche and Arequipa Plaza de Armas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
