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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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
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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

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$68
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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Cusco City Tour & Nearby Inca Sites

AU$77
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour & Nearby Inca Sites
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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
Fully refundable
The price is AU$198 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
AU$198
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

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$519 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$519
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (769 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with every amenity you would hope for. The rooms are spacious and include all toiletries. Convenient for walking. The restaurant is top notch. Highly recommend staying here if you like comfort and convenience. -and the art is great too!"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

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$213 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$213
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"The buffet breakfast was incredible. It was the most extensive one I've ever seen for breakfast."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

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$447 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$447
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
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! (998 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Excellent food. Great staff."

Reviewed on 8 May 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$250 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
AU$250
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location if you’re looking to stay around the historic center/Plaza de Armas. You can walk easily to many museums, restaurants, and parks. The hotel staff are very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet and the hotel restaurant are both wonderful."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Novotel Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Santa Ana, Avenida Abancay 207, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$210 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$210
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very easy to get to the center of town and the rooms were clean"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn 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

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