Historic Centre of Arequipa, Arequipa

Name: Historic Centre of Arequipa
Address: Arequipa, Peru

#16 among attractions in Arequipa

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In December 2000, UNESCO declared the historical center of Arequipa a World Heritage Site, stating the following: ()

Local name: Centro histórico de Arequipa Unesco: from 2000Area: 0.64 mi²Coordinates: 16°24'0"S, 71°31'60"W

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Historic Centre of Arequipa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Santa Catalina Monastery, Casa del Moral, Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, Claustros La Compañia.

0.4 miNW
Dominican monastery offering tours
Santa Catalina Monastery, Arequipa
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Arequipa, Peru, stands the serene and historic Santa Catalina Monastery. This sprawling religious complex, established in the late 16th century, is a stunning example of colonial architecture with a fusion of Spanish and indigenous influences.
~1920 ftNW
Museum, Architecture
Casa del Moral, Arequipa
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Arequipa, Peru, Casa del Moral stands as a testament to the city's rich colonial history and architectural grandeur. This 18th-century mansion, now converted into a museum, provides visitors with a glimpse into the life of the Spanish...
~1470 ftNW
Huge cathedral with a religious museum
Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, Arequipa
8 min walk • The Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, also known as the Cathedral of the White City, is an iconic symbol of the city of Arequipa, Peru. Constructed in the 17th century, this magnificent church stands out with its stunning architecture that combines neoclassical...
~1090 ftW
16°24'1"S • 71°32'11"W
Claustros La Compañia, Arequipa
6 min walk • Historic walking areas, Church, Architecture
~1510 ftNE
16°23'47"S • 71°31'52"W
Museo de Santa Teresa, Arequipa
8 min walk • Museum, History museum, Art museum
0.4 miW
16°24'5"S • 71°32'20"W
Iglesia de la Merced, Arequipa
10 min walk • Church
0.8 miSW
16°24'32"S • 71°32'30"W
Contemporary Art Museum, Arequipa
22 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1 miSE
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Estadio Monumental de la UNSA, Arequipa
26 min walk • Estadio de la UNSA is a multi-purpose stadium located in Arequipa, Peru. The stadium was built by the University of San Agustín in the early 1990s and named after the Virgin Chapi. Due to its size, the term Monumental is added to its name.
~1210 ftSW
16°24'8"S • 71°32'9"W
Mercado San Camilo, Arequipa
6 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Market
0.4 miSW
16°24'17"S • 71°32'16"W
La Barraca, Arequipa
12 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Department store
0.6 miS
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Estadio Melgar, Arequipa
16 min walk • The Estadio Melgar is a multi-use stadium in Arequipa, Peru. Its primary use is to host football games for Peruvian First Division team FBC Melgar and Peruvian Segunda Division team Sportivo Huracán and Copa Perú teams Senati FBC, FBC Aurora and FBC White Star.

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Which popular attractions are close to Historic Centre of Arequipa?

Nearby attractions include Claustros La Compañia, Arequipa (6 min walk), Basilica Cathedral of Arequipa, Arequipa (8 min walk), Museo de Santa Teresa, Arequipa (8 min walk), Museo de Arte Virreinal de Santa Teresa, Arequipa (8 min walk).

How to get to Historic Centre of Arequipa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Historic Centre of Arequipa:

Bus

Estación de buses La Joya (11 min walk)
Orquídeas Tours (12 min walk)

Train

South Peru Rail (22 min walk)