Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

Cusco

La Merced Church showing a city
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and street scenes
La Merced Church featuring a city
La Merced Church as well as a small group of people
Plaza de Armas featuring a park and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas featuring a park and a church or cathedral

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.

Plaza de Armas
Cusco San Pedro Market which includes food and markets as well as a small group of people

San Pedro Market

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

San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral

Cusco Cathedral

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

Cusco Cathedral
Cusco - Machu Picchu featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Coricancha

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

Coricancha
Plaza San Blas

Plaza San Blas

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

Plaza San Blas
Cusco which includes a city and street scenes

San Pedro Church

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

San Pedro Church

Things to do

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Rp412.825
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

Rp1.403.605
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

Rp878.492
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Rp6.974.682
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Rp398.624
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Rp627.494
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is Rp1.230.163 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.230.163
Rp1.230.163 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
"Todo el staff my atento, muy cercas de el mercado San Pedro y como a 8 min caminando de plaza de armas el lugar muy limpio y como un plus tiene elevador..."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Kantu Hotel
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp2.621.419 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.621.419
Rp2.883.561 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"This is the most amazing place to stay. The food is amazing and the staff are welcoming and kind. It was like a family. The place is beautiful. It’s like an experience in itself."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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 Rp4.825.062 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
Rp4.825.062
Rp5.973.654 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Close to everything we wanted to see! Very nice hotel with great facilities. Best parts were the breakfast in the morning and the pisco sour class at the bar!!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

JW Marriott El Convento 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 Rp5.275.401 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp5.275.401
Rp6.475.200 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (923 reviews)
"Luxury property with all the amenities and fabulous staff."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is Rp2.709.451 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.709.451
Rp2.980.380 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,056 reviews)
"Great location. Staff was amazing. The room is a bit dark, but comfortable. Great breakfast buffet spread. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco

Union Hotel Cusco

3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free airport pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"Union Hotel Cusco truly felt like a home away from home. The property has a cozy, homey vibe and is perfectly located—just steps from San Pedro Market and within easy reach of shops and restaurants in the area. The staff were amazing—warm, welcoming, and helpful in every way. We were celebrating ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center

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San Cristóbal

While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.

San Cristóbal
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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 Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

Coripata
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Santa Ana

While Santa Ana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza de Armas and Museum of Contemporary Art.

Santa Ana
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Lucrepata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucrepata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Lucrepata
San Blas showing a city

San Blas

San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Viewpoint and San Blas Church.

San Blas
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Zaguan del Cielo

While there might not be top attractions in Zaguan del Cielo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Zaguan del Cielo

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide