Arequipa travel guide
Arequipa Tourism | Arequipa Guide
You're Going to Love Arequipa
With a population of 841,130, Arequipa is the largest city in Arequipa, Peru by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Arequipa has to offer.
When to visit Arequipa
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Arequipa in January, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 68 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 57.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 1.6″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Arequipa, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Arequipa
Plane
When flying to Arequipa, you’ll arrive at Arequipa Rodriguez Ballon (AQP), which is located 7 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Arequipa from the United States departs from Denver and takes around 23h 25m.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Arequipa, including Oltursa, Cruz del Sur and Transportes Cruz del Sur. From Cusco, the bus ride to Arequipa takes 966 km and will cost you around $23. From Lima, the ticket costs about $69 for a journey of 1738 km. The most popular bus station is Arequipa Terrapuerto, located 3.0 km from downtown Arequipa. Arequipa Estación Ormeño is also a commonly used station, and is 1.1 km from the city center.
Airports near Arequipa
Airlines serving Arequipa
Where to stay in Arequipa
From 5-star hotels such as the Wyndham Costa del Sol Arequipa to great affordable options like the La Maison d'Elise, Arequipa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $42 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $62 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Gran Hotel and Bon Repos Arequipa. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Arequipa, with prices from $8 to $520 per night. Historical Centre is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Arequipa are about 4% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Arequipa
Most booked hotels in Arequipa
Renting a car in Arequipa
Renting a car in Arequipa costs $38 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Arequipa.
Expect to pay $4.96 per gallon in Arequipa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $59.51 and $79.34. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Arequipa, while also 72% cheaper than other types, on average.