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

Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

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.

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

San Pedro Market

Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.

San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral

Cusco Cathedral

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

Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.

Coricancha
Twelve Angled Stone

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
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

Machu Picchu: Full-Day tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch

Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco

NZ$575
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco
Rainbow Mountain in Quad Bike Vinicunca Cusco 1 day

From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals

NZ$143
per adult
From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

NZ$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Machu Picchu Full Day

Machu Picchu full day Tour

NZ$535
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Machu Picchu full day Tour
OLLAMTAYTAMBO TRAIN - MACHUPICCHU

Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

NZ$627
per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
6-Day Special Peru

6-Day Extraordinary Peru: Lima, Cusco & Machu Picchu

NZ$1,597
per traveller
6-Day Extraordinary Peru: Lima, Cusco & Machu Picchu
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Our pick of the best Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$196 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Wonderful choice in Cusco
"Probably one of the best options for those staying in Cusco. They will arrange transfer to the train depot to Machu Picchu. Great option and wonderful breakfast buffet spread. The entire staff was super warm to our family and made our stays (we stayed before and after our journey to Machu Picchu) ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2025

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$175 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and location."

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$207 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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! (1,004 reviews)
The service stands out
"I want to start by mentioning the service-my favorite thing about Hotel Novotel. The staff is very attentive and goes out of their way to help. And they do it very quickly and with a smile. The lobby is beautiful and historic. A lively place to hand out and drink mate which is provided nearly 24 ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Novotel 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$639 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
NZ$639
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
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! (849 reviews)
"This is the best hotel ever! The staff is impeccable and we felt really well taken care of. They remember what you did the day before, ask you how it was, and the concierge service is amazing. If you need transportation you must hire Authoro, he drove us to different historical sites, different little ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jan. 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Union Hotel Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$179 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free airport pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (868 reviews)
"The perfect place, location, and personel are simple excelent."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Union Hotel Cusco
Antigua Casona San Blas
Antigua Casona San Blas
4 out of 5
Calle Carmen Bajo 243, San Blas, Cusco
The price is NZ$278 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff service and great location"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

Antigua Casona San Blas
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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 Museo de Arte Precolombino.

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 Coricancha and Santiago Plaza.

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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Quinta Toccocachi

While there might not be top attractions in Quinta Toccocachi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de las Nazarenas and San Blas Church.

Quinta Toccocachi
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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 San Blas and San Blas Church.

Lucrepata
San Blas showing a city

San Blas

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

San Blas

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

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