What's Historical Center Like?
While in Historical Center, you can spend time appreciating the temples and historical sites. The neighborhood is surrounded by views of the volcano and mountains. Take in some culture at Arequipa's Historical Museum and Museo de la Universidad Nacional de San Agustín (UNAS). There's plenty more to see, including Arequipa Plaza de Armas and Arequipa Cathedral.
How to Get to Historical Center
Flying to:
- Arequipa (AQP-Rodriguez Ballon Intl.), 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Historical Center
Things to See and Do in and around Historical Center
What to See in Historical Center
- Arequipa Plaza de Armas
- Arequipa Cathedral
- Casa Ricketts
- Santa Catalina Monastery
- Claustros de La Compañía
Things to Do in Historical Center
- San Camilo Market
- Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
- Museo Santury
- Arequipa's Historical Museum
- Mundo Alpaca
Other Popular Historical Center Attractions
- Iglesia de San Francisco
- Puente Grau
- Monasterio de la Recoleta
- Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
- Iglesia de La Compañía
When Is the Best Time to Visit Arequipa?
- Hottest months: September, October, November, August (average 58°F)
- Coldest months: July, June, August, May (average 56°F)
- Rainiest months: February, January, March, April (average 3 inches of rainfall)