Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Merced Church showing a city
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral, street scenes and religious elements
La Merced Church showing a city
La Merced Church as well as a small group of people
Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$248 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$248
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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 helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,080 reviews)
"Merci. Excellent service"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol 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
The price is AU$616 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$616
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (952 reviews)
"It’s a nice property but not 5-star quality. Rooms and property are old and looks dated, smells of mildew and musty. Location is close to plaza. Staff was friendly but service quality was mixed."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$243 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$243
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,019 reviews)
"This hotel exceeded our expectations. All staff were kind, helpful and went above and beyond. The breakfast was amazing and a had a huge selection. Rooms were quiet and clean. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Sonesta Hotel 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$564 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$564
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Amaizing place , extremely good service."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is AU$81 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$81
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
9/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay close to everything. Very good breakfast!"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Kantu Hotel
Antigua Casona San Blas

Antigua Casona San Blas

4 out of 5
Calle Carmen Bajo 243, San Blas, Cusco
The price is AU$367 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$367
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Look no further. Architecture is gorgeous. Every single staff member is helpful and pleasant. Food was perfect. Location sublime. Could easily have spent entire here and never left. I never stay in the same place twice but I would stay here again, without hesitation."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Antigua Casona San Blas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center

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San Cristóbal

While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.

San Cristóbal
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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 Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

Coripata
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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 de Armas and Museum of Contemporary Art.

Santa Ana
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Lucrepata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucrepata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Lucrepata
San Blas featuring a city

San Blas

San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Viewpoint and San Blas Church.

San Blas
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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 de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Zaguan del Cielo


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