San Borja Travel Guide
Cusco
Visit San Borja
Popular places to visit
Plaza de Armas
Cusco’s busy main square has been the center of public life for centuries. Enjoy its spacious layout, ancient churches and restaurants.
San Pedro Market
Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.
Sacsayhuaman
The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.
Cusco Cathedral
An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.
Coricancha
Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.
San Blas Church
Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at San Blas Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Machu Picchu Tour by Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Top hotels in San Borja
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
The hotel was excellent! I was impressed by how clean the room was. The cleaning staff has cleaned my room every day.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
The best staff!!!!. The hotel is absolutely wonderful and full of history, but the staff?, goes above and beyond to make you feel like royalty!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Great location only a block from the main square. Plenty of shopping and dining options nearby. You enter into the property and are instantly walking into a beautiful and peaceful courtyard which our room was accessed from. This property was built in the early 19th century as a wealthy Spanish family’s ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Great value, beautiful property and lots of amenties
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Union Hotel Cusco
Many of the rooms have limited windows. They lack AC or heat so there’s minimal fresh air exchange unless a window is open. But then the street noise and exhaust fumes can be a serious issue. Very limited western outlets, no mini fridge, no coffee maker. Beds are hard but we slept well. Location ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Tierra Viva Cusco Centro
Quiet room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Borja
Progreso
When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Huayruropata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Huayruropata and surrounding area, you can visit National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
Ttio Sur
Though Ttio Sur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
Ttio Norte
Ttio Norte might not have many top sights, but National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Primavera
Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.
Coripata
While Coripata may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha.
