Balconcillo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Balconcillo
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.
Sacsayhuaman
The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.
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.
Activities
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus
Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q'enco
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Our pick of the best Balconcillo Hotel Deals
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
El servicio, el recibimiento, las atenciones fueron al 100%. Tuvimos una hermosa estadía. 😃❤️
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Kantu Hotel
Very spacious. Nice jaccuzzi in washroom. Felt really good hot tub fighting headache from high altitude. Staff ver helpful. Nice breakfast too. Didn't get to see the rooftop (sign being closed?) Overall recommend. So close to the market too.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Great location, very helpful and polite staff and awesome breakfast spread as early as 4 am. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Pleasant stay. Top location and very good service.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Staff was great but expected a more luxe experience
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Torre Dorada
Clean, cute space. Breakfast was good. In a quiet area, staff is helpful.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balconcillo
Tahuantinsuyo
When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Rosaspata
Though Rosaspata may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Tupac Amaru and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
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.
Mariscal Gamarra
While there might not be top attractions in Mariscal Gamarra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza Tupac Amaru and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
Ucchullo
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ucchullo and surrounding area, you can visit National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco and Plaza Tupac Amaru.
