Cusco Historic Center 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.
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.
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.
Twelve Angled Stone
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.
Things to do
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Great hotel and wonderful staff!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
If submerging in the inka culture is what you’re looking for, Palacio del Inka will fulfill your desires. The property’s location is the best, right next door to the templo del sol, minutes from Plaza de Amara’s and the main avenue, full of history and incredible architecture. The hotel itself has ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Excellent hotel, excellent breakfast buffet with so many choices. Front desk and staff was very friendly and helpful. Free Shuttle from airport to the hotel. Definitely five star.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Union Hotel Cusco
Breakfast and kiki
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Tierra Viva Cusco Centro
Staff was super accommodating, location is super central and convenient to get anywhere. Room was clean and very spacious.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Museo de Arte Precolombino.
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 Cusco Craft Center and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.
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 Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales and Plaza El Regocijo.
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 San Blas and San Blas Church.
Lucrepata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucrepata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza San Blas and San Blas Church.
San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza San Blas and San Blas Church.
