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.
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.
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: 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 Cusco Historic Center
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
Hotel Cusco La Paccha, Affiliated by Meliá
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 Plaza Sán Cristobal.
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 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.
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.
San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Church and Plaza San Blas.
Jardines del Incas
Jardines del Incas might not have many top sights, but Plaza San Blas and San Blas Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
