Santiago Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q'enco
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco:Chinchero,Moray & Salt Mines drop-off in Ollantaytambo
Cusco:Sacred Valley Pisaq,Ollantaytambo,Chinchero with Lunch
Our pick of the best Santiago Hotel Deals
Torre Dorada
"Absolutely amazing accommodation in Cusco, on a quiet street with great staff and amenities. The rooms were modern and clean, breakfast was great and also homemade by the wonderful Karina and the staff were always ready to help with a smile. Taxis are always available in the area and would cost you ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Casa Esmeralda By Katari
"I would LOVE to stay here again. Such a beautiful place was fresh breakfast and wonderful views only the city! I can’t wait to come back !"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
"Beautiful hotel with very well appointed rooms, lovely communal areas with places to sit and friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast and lovely bar area. Location is excellent - you can walk to Cusco centre and around the area from the hotel. Only down side is the rooms are dark."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Kantu Hotel
"Staff not friendly or helpful. Our outlets didn’t work. Breakfast starts at 6:30 am which is late when people are doing tours and stuff."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
"This is a great property. The breakfast buffet was the best I’ve had in a hotel. The location was conveniently located and it felt completely safe."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
"Very good"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santiago
Primavera
Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cusco Craft Center and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
Mateo Pumacahua
While there might not be top attractions in Mateo Pumacahua, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Plaza Tupac Amaru.
Progreso
When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Ttio Market and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Santa Beatriz
While Santa Beatriz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
Santa Monica
While Santa Monica may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market.
Cusco Historic Center
Cusco Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Santa Catalina Convent and Coricancha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cusco.
