Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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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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Twelve Angled Stone

Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at Twelve Angled Stone. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Twelve Angled Stone
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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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From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals

NZ$132
Per adult
From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals
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Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

NZ$657
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
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Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

NZ$578
Per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
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Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

NZ$27
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
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Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

NZ$41
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
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Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

NZ$64
Per adult
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic
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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
The price is NZ$199 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,016 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with a fabulous courtyard. Perfect after a busy day to relax and have a pisco sour!"

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$220 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable room, good location and breakfast. Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 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 NZ$460 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 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! (1,004 reviews)
"aaaamazing!! the fact that it used to be a convent is in itself a marvel. it is simply oozing in history but they have made it so modern as well that the atmosphere is just so cozy, comfortable and super fine. the decor is magnificent, and really makes an impression. their courtyard in the center ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

JW Marriott El Convento 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 NZ$615 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$615
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (830 reviews)
"I spent only 4 nights here. This hotel is one of the best Marriott hotels I’ve been. Placio Del Inka is a very unique, charming, elegant property at a perfect location. It’s close to everywhere you want to go in downtown Cusco. I would definitely come back to this hotel."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$223 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (1,000 reviews)
"i stayed 1 night after i get back from Michu picchu t was nice stay, the outside ambiance was nicer than the rooms."

Reviewed on 15 Oct. 2024

Novotel Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$179 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free airport drop-off. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (826 reviews)
"Great check in process, felt very welcomed."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Union Hotel Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center

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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 Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha.

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 El Regocijo and San Pedro Church.

Santa Ana
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San Blas

San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to San Blas Viewpoint and San Blas Church while you're in town.

San Blas
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Tahuantinsuyo

When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tahuantinsuyo
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Rosaspata

Though Rosaspata may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Tupac Amaru and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.

Rosaspata
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Primavera

Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.

Primavera

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