Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

Cusco
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and street scenes

Popular places to visit

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Plaza de Armas

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Cusco’s busy main square has been the center of public life for centuries. Enjoy its spacious layout, ancient churches and restaurants.

Plaza de Armas
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San Pedro Market

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.

San Pedro Market
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Cusco Cathedral

4.5/5(18 reviews)

An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.

Cusco Cathedral
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Coricancha

4/5(12 reviews)

Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.

Coricancha
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San Pedro Church

4/5(2 reviews)

Step inside “the Sistine Chapel of the Andes,” a richly decorated 17th-century church full of carvings and religious paintings.

San Pedro Church
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Twelve Angled Stone

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at Twelve Angled Stone. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Twelve Angled Stone

Things to do

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Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco

Rp5.241.957
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco
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2-Day Tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train

Rp7.406.777
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Day Tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train
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Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

Rp255.140
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
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Full-Day Tour in Machu Picchu with Pick Up

Rp4.747.141
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Machu Picchu with Pick Up
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Cusco City Tour & Nearby Inca Sites

Rp1.206.114
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour & Nearby Inca Sites
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Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus

Rp185.556
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus
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Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp1.935.297 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp1.935.297
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Good location
"Friendly and helpful staff. We had a room with three beds and it was spacious. Great location being a short walk to both bus stations that took us to trains to Machu Picchu."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
5 out of 5
Esquina De La Calle Ruinas 432, y San Agustin, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp4.147.065 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
Rp4.147.065
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
awesome stay
"A beautiful hotel and conveniently located. We had an enjoyable stay in Cusco. highly recommend this property"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp2.810.246 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
Rp2.810.246
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Unique historic building in a convenient location. Staff was friendly & attentive."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
5 out of 5
Plazoleta Santo Domingo No 259, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp5.280.921 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
Rp5.280.921
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (776 reviews)
"Amazing historical hotel! All personnel are friendly and ready to help. Young gentleman Ronaldo does great hotel tours everyday at 5pm and after another great guy Manuel does Pisco Sour class in a bar."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp2.327.235 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
Rp2.327.235
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The staff were always professional and helpful. Hotel is situated in a very convenient location which is walkable to Plaza de Armas and other places. Breakfast spread was limited but decent. I felt shortchanged with only a day of bottled water provided despite me staying for 6 nights. The water pressure ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Novotel Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Santa Ana, Avenida Abancay 207, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp1.970.727 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
Rp1.970.727
per night
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff very friendly. Good location to walk around."

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center

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Ramiro Priale

When in Ramiro Priale, you can plan a visit to Santiago Plaza and San Pedro Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ramiro Priale
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San Antonio

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco.

San Antonio
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Las Joyas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Joyas and surrounding area, you can visit Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco.

Las Joyas

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide