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.
Coricancha
Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.
Cusco Cathedral
An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.
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
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q'enco
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour from Cusco – Skip the Hike
Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
"Loved all the details including daily tours of the hotel and its history, the art, the pisco sour class, 24 hour access to cacoa tea and the wonderful concierge staff."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
"Everyone was nice and polite. The room was clean and I love that there's food availablity"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Kantu Hotel
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Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
"It was great!"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
"Such a wonderful experience at the Sonestra, close to food and pharmacies, as well as being able to call a taxi. The staff were incredible and friendly. Highly recommend staying here. The bed was a bit firm, and the pillows are only feathers and they have decent wifi and English Direct TV. The breakfast ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
"Everything was outstanding"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Cusco Historic Center
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.
San Antonio
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco.
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.
Santiago
If you're spending some time in Santiago, Santiago Plaza and "El Molino I" Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Monica
While Santa Monica 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 Ttio Market.
