San Borja Travel Guide
Cusco
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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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q'enco
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
From Puno: Colca Canyon 2-Day Tour, ending in Arequipa
Top hotels in San Borja
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
"This hotel stay was wonderful! The staff was so very welcoming and helpful. The property was beautiful and extremely cozy. I would definitely return and stay here again."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
"Very good"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Kantu Hotel
"It's good value for money and in a good location. The staff are also helpful."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
"Super convenient to everything. Great product."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
"The hotel was beautiful and the staff was wonderful. We did an in room massage that was perfect. Our room, bedding and shower was great. We did stay in a room with a balcony that was on the main road, which is a bit loud. Location was excellent and easy to walk to anything you need."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Torre Dorada
"Love my stay!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Borja
Mateo Pumacahua
While there might not be top attractions in Mateo Pumacahua, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Plaza Tupac Amaru.
Ttio Sur
Though Ttio Sur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ttio Market and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
Primavera
Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cusco Craft Center and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
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 Coricancha and Santiago Plaza.
Rosaspata
Though Rosaspata may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Tupac Amaru and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
Santa Beatriz
While Santa Beatriz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
