Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral, street scenes and religious elements

Popular places to visit

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Plaza de Armas

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Cusco’s busy main square has been the center of public life for centuries. Enjoy its spacious layout, ancient churches and restaurants.

Plaza de Armas
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San Pedro Market

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.

San Pedro Market
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Cusco Cathedral

4.5/5(22 reviews)

An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.

Cusco Cathedral
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Coricancha

4/5(7 reviews)

Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.

Coricancha
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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.

Plaza San Blas
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San Pedro Church

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Step inside “the Sistine Chapel of the Andes,” a richly decorated 17th-century church full of carvings and religious paintings.

San Pedro Church

Activities

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2-Day Tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train

AU$724
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Day Tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train
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Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

AU$60
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
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Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

AU$25
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
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Rainbow Mountain Tour by ATV (Quad) 1 day

AU$115
Per adult
Rainbow Mountain Tour by ATV (Quad) 1 day
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Full-Day Tour in Machu Picchu with Pick Up

AU$464
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Tour in Machu Picchu with Pick Up
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From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch

AU$68
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
From Cusco: Sacred Valley & Maras Salt Mines Tour with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals

Union Hotel Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$167 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$167
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free airport drop-off. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (724 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Good restaurant choices, good breakfast as well"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Union Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$225 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$225
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
5 out of 5
Plazoleta Santo Domingo No 259, Cusco, Cusco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$547 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$547
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (763 reviews)
"Very pleased with my stay there"

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2024

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$215 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$215
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"I left a water bottle in the room and it was not there when I returned. However, everything else was great about the the hotel. The greeting with coca tea, breakfast, we didn't have time to use our drink coupon but it was a nice touch and lovely place to have a drink. The location could not have ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
5 out of 5
Esquina De La Calle Ruinas 432, y San Agustin, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$494 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$494
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and WiFi. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (997 reviews)
"Great ambiance"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$225 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$225
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Excelente servicio y ubicación."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Novotel Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center

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Ramiro Priale

When in Ramiro Priale, you can plan a visit to Santiago Plaza and San Pedro Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ramiro Priale
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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 Antonio
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Las Joyas

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Las Joyas and surrounding area, you can visit Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco.

Las Joyas

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

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