El Lago Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
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.
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.
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.
Parque Lambramani
During your visit to Arequipa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Parque Lambramani. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and temples.
Activities
Sillar Route in Arequipa and viewpoint of the Volcanoes
Sillar Route and Culebrillas Petroglyphs
Full Day Tour to the Salinas de Arequipa lagoon
Arequipa: Tour to the Pillones Waterfalls and Stone Forest
Tour 10 Hours Pillones Waterfall and Puruña Stone Forest
Pillones Waterfall Tour | Stone Forest | Arequipa
Our pick of the best El Lago Hotel Deals
qema Arequipa
Bar was an ok selection, food came out pretty fast. Rooms were sanitized daily. Staff was very helpful and attentive to any needs. Can't give an opinion on Breakfast as I didn't have any during the stay.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa
Loved the hotel, the free buffet was great. All the personal was very attentive. Rooms very spacious, and there are many amenities for the whole family.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton Arequipa
Clean room; nice and courteous and helpful staff; free garage parking is a plus since I rented a car. Modern and boutique type of hotel, with an old stone entrance area. Located in the old San Lazaro quarter of Arequipa at a walking distance from many restaurants and Plaza de Armas and main convents ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Sonesta Hotel Arequipa
Awesome
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Casa Andina Select Arequipa Plaza
Excellent service! Clean, great food and perfectly located.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Katari Hotel At Plaza de Armas
The restaurant was great and the room was very large and quiet.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Atlas
When in Atlas, you can plan a visit to Umacollo Stadium and Mario Vargas Llosa Palace, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vallecito
While there might not be top attractions in Vallecito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Umacollo Stadium and San Camilo Market.
Yanahuara
While visiting Yanahuara, you might make a stop by sights like Yanahuara Plaza and Yanahuara Viewpoint.
Santa Cecilia
Though Santa Cecilia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Umacollo Stadium and Yanahuara Plaza.
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.
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.
