Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide
Cusco
Visit Cusco Historic Center
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Cusco: #1 Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
The staff was wonderful and attentive. Gary, Rose, Lucas, Marienela Bethi, Tania and Valeria were all lovely as was the rest of the staff. Hilda the lady who cleaned our room was excellent also. I would recommend this hotel and its staff.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Absolutely beautiful hotel in a lovely area. Sadly lacking a vanity kit in the bathroom eg no shower caps or ear buds, that type of thing. Fabulous breakfast too. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Kantu Hotel
We had room 209. I believe the reason this room smelled so bad was because the bathroom had a jacuzzi tub that did not fit the space and could not be cleaned properly. Stagnant water and mold was collecting in unseen areas. Also, loud. The breakfast was stale. The entry was very nicely done making ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
A beautiful property in a great location. Great service, breakfast was wonderful and very comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Union Hotel Cusco
Our stay was generally good but some things were off. We loved the location and style. Breakfast was decent and cleaning was excellent. An issue with our room was addressed right away, but we still had some trouble with hot water supply and staff attention towards one of our party when arranging ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Tierra Viva Cusco Centro
Great hospitality. Clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Pre-Columbian Art Museum 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 Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha.
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 El Regocijo and San Pedro Market.
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 Viewpoint.
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.
Tahuantinsuyo
When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
