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La Casa de Margott

La Casa de Margott

2.5 star property
Historical Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
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$40 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
La Casa de Margott
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Top landmarks in Historical Center

Night falling on the Plaza de Armas in the historic center of Arequipa, Peru

Arequipa Plaza de Armas

4.6/5 (203 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Arequipa Plaza de Armas— just one of the monuments in Historical Center. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the cathedral in the area.
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Charming cafe in the middle of Arequipa's biggest attraction. It's a great place to enjoy the atmosphere of the monastery and one of the amazing desserts made by the nuns themselves. They also have a very clean bathroom - just ask for the key!
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Santa Catalina Monastery

4.6/5 (158 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Santa Catalina Monastery— just one of the monuments in Historical Center. You could also start your cultural experience by heading over to the cathedral in the area.
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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 Histórico Municipal. 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
  • Santa Catalina Monastery
  • Claustros de La Compañía
  • Casa Ricketts

Things to Do in Historical Center

  • San Camilo Market
  • Patio del Ekeko
  • Arequipa's Historical Museum
  • Museo Histórico Municipal
  • Mundo Alpaca

Other Popular Historical Center Attractions

  • Monasterio de la Recoleta
  • Mario Vargas Llosa Palace
  • Museum of Andean Sanctuaries
  • Society of Jesus Architectural Complex
  • Museo de la Universidad Nacional de San Agustín (UNAS)

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)

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