Cusco Historic Center

Cusco

La Merced Church showing a city
Plaza de Armas which includes street scenes, a church or cathedral and religious elements
La Merced Church which includes a city
La Merced Church as well as a small group of people
Plaza de Armas which includes a church or cathedral and a park

Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas which includes a church or cathedral and a park

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 showing 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
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
Cusco showing street scenes and a city

San Pedro Church

Step inside “the Sistine Chapel of the Andes,” a richly decorated 17th-century church full of carvings and religious paintings.

San Pedro Church

Things to do

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

€21
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/

€72
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

€364
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

€40
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

€33
per adult
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

€32
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is €64 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€64
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (114 reviews)
"Only a couple minutes from the major city spots like Mercado de San Pesro, Plaza de Armas, Avenida del Sol to exchange money and lots of food. Very friendly staff that even packed us our breakfast for our morning excursion."

Reviewed on 23 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 €336 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
€336
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! (913 reviews)
"This historic property is in fact a museum and a 5-star luxury hotel located across the street from the must see Qorikancha. Our experience was outstanding. Hot tea in the lobby. A baby lima in the plaza by the restaurant. Outstanding service with people waiting to assist you everywhere you go. The ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 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 €159 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
€159
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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)
"I stayed in three different hotels during my trip to Peru, and Sonesta was by far my favorite. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming throughout my stay. The location is about a 15–20 minute walk from the main plaza, which made it pleasantly quieter at night compared to more central hotels. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 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 €304 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€304
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, well kept. Great service"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Novotel Cusco

Novotel Cusco

4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €159 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€159
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great property, lovely staff, very attentive service, great buffet. Our rooms on the first floor were pretty loud from the walkway, well into the night and super early in the morning, especially if near the kitchen."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Novotel Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €156 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€156
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,041 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol 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 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 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 Plaza El Regocijo.

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 which includes 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

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