Santiago Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

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
Cusco San Pedro Market featuring markets and food as well as a small group of people

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
Sacsayhuaman featuring heritage elements and building ruins as well as an individual child

Sacsayhuaman

4.5/5(9 reviews)

The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.

Sacsayhuaman
Cusco Cathedral

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
Cusco - Machu Picchu featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
Plaza San Blas

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

Full Day Route of the Sun Tour from Puno to Cusco with Lunch

Puno: Scenic Sun Route to Cusco with Buffet Lunch

AU$76
per adult
Puno: Scenic Sun Route to Cusco with Buffet Lunch
Bus To Cusco From La Paz 8:30am

Cusco Bus Ticket from La Paz City 7:30 a.m.

AU$92
per adult
Cusco Bus Ticket from La Paz City 7:30 a.m.
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

AU$130
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

AU$381
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

AU$652
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
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Our pick of the best Santiago Hotel Deals

Torre Dorada

Torre Dorada

3 out of 5
Calle Los Cipreses N-5, Residencial Huancaro Santiago, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$83 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$83
18 July - 19 July
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (553 reviews)
"This was the second time we stayed at this property as we worked around a major travel event. The room for the second stay was not as good as the first stay as the bathroom needed so minor but significant repairs."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Torre Dorada
Casa Esmeralda By Katari

Casa Esmeralda By Katari

3.5 out of 5
Pasaje Esmeralda, 160, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$114 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$114
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (248 reviews)
"Beautiful building on a quiet street near a bustling neighborhood. Excellent cooked-to-order breakfast included. Wi-Fi was included but didn't reach all parts of my room."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Casa Esmeralda By Katari
Cozy Room Cusco

Cozy Room Cusco

2 out of 5
Calle San Jose #100 - A, Cusco, CUSCO
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"This was good for one nights stay. But I will warn you it’s paper thin to the outside and you will hear cars and dogs all night and come 7 am you will hear terrible amounts of noise from outside. Other than that, the staff was nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2024

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Cozy Room Cusco
Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is AU$104 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$104
17 July - 18 July
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro Market are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews)
"Conveniently located near San Pedro Market in a more local part of town. The city center is about a 10–15 minute walk away. The breakfast was great, with variety of fresh fruit. The room did not provide a face towel. Overall a great stay."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Kantu Hotel
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$586 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$586
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (906 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
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$578 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$578
15 Aug - 16 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, well kept. Great service"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Santiago

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Primavera

Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

Primavera
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Ttio Sur

Though Ttio Sur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market.

Ttio Sur
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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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San Borja

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.

San Borja
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Ttio Norte

Ttio Norte might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ttio Norte
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Progreso

When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Progreso

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