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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour from Cusco – Skip the Hike
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: #1 Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
South Valley Tipon, Pikillacta and Andahuaylillas Half Day Tour
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
We had some initial issues with our room - smell of sewage and poor functioning shower. Staff helped us to move to another room but this one did not have air-conditioning. Third time luckily we were fine. Staff at the hotel, were good. Special thanks to Josver who was excellent.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Kantu Hotel
The best was the restaurant around corner and being so close to the Market.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Loved the hotel! Excellent customer service The food at the restaurant was very good. Only thing our room felt warm even with the AC on. But we showered at night and that cooled us down. Besides that have nothing else to say. It’s walking distance to the main attraction areas and shopping. Liked ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Disappointed with our room on our first stay before we did the Inca Trail 2nd stay room slightly better but not great. For what we paid we felt that we didn’t get get 4 star accommodation.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Excellent location, unique property with great service, and an outstanding breakfast!
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Novotel Cusco
I loved the terrace
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Museo de Arte Precolombino and Pre-Columbian Art Museum.
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 Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales and Museum of Contemporary Art.
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 San Blas Viewpoint and Plaza San Blas.
