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

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
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
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

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

NZ$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

NZ$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
OLLAMTAYTAMBO TRAIN - MACHUPICCHU

Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

NZ$609
per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

NZ$68
per adult
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic
rainbow mountain Atv tour //zero hiking//

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

NZ$148
per adult
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch

Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch

NZ$75
per adult
Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch
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Our pick of the best Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals

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$680 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
NZ$680
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (865 reviews)
"The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. Daniel was especially helpful. This was a stay filled with history and luxury. I highly recommend this amazing location."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

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 NZ$291 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Very good hotel and excellent staff"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

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$682 per night from 2 May to 3 May
NZ$682
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Luxury and exceptional service in the heart of historic district of Cusco. Excellence at the highest level with attentional to details and friendly service. Courtyard, breakfast, spa, staff all stood out. Would highly reccomend to anyone staying in Cusco."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

JW Marriott El Convento 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$366 per night from 2 May to 3 May
NZ$366
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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! (1,011 reviews)
"The historical part of this property. A very well preserve Colonial House."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Kantu Hotel
Kantu Hotel
3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is NZ$119 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Disappointed in the stay
"The hotel room wasn’t ready until 1 hour after check in. In 5 days, my room was never cleaned. No new towels. No trash removal. No additional toilet paper and other toiletries."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Kantu Hotel
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$460 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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)
"Beautiful hotel centrally located near historical sites. Staff are courteous and helpful. I traveled solo and felt very safe."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Novotel Cusco
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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 Plaza Sán Cristobal.

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 Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

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 de Armas and San Francisco Church.

Santa Ana
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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 de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

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 San Blas Viewpoint and San Blas Church.

San Blas
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Zaguan del Cielo

While there might not be top attractions in Zaguan del Cielo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Zaguan del Cielo

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

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