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Arequipa

Peru's second city, growing coworking, calmer than Lima

In Arequipa, a mid-range month runs about $596 (PEN 2,005), typical internet speeds are around 40–1500 Mbps and there is some violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very Low

Among the 5% cheapest cities day to day

Internet7.5/10

Faster internet than about 75% of cities

Visas6/10

Easier visas than about 55% of cities

Coworking7/10

Better coworking than about 65% of cities

English3.5/10

Less English-friendly than about 95% of cities

Walkability4.7/10

Harder to get around than about 60% of cities

Gyms & Wellness1.2/10

Among the 5% weakest cities for wellness

Getting There8.7/10

Easier to reach than about 85% of cities

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Everything we know

31 categories for Arequipa, grouped for quick scanning — coverage varies from city to city. Open any row for the full detail and any cited sources.

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Outdoor activities

  • Beaches: not available here. Nearest on Nomadr: Lima (~750 km)

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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