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Cusco

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
Sacsayhuaman which includes heritage elements and building ruins as well as an individual child

Sacsayhuaman

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

Sacsayhuaman
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

Things to do

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

€22
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

€214
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

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

€73
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

€21
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

€34
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour

€12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour
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Top hotels in Santa Monica

Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €52 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
€52
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
9/10 Wonderful! (195 reviews)
"Margarita and her staff went above and beyond the week I stayed there in September of 2025. Though she is a manager, she helped with my luggage upon arrival and departure. She knew I was traveling alone and would be without people I knew for my birthday, and she went out of her way to ensure I had ..."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Kantu Hotel
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €161 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
€161
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (1,072 reviews)
Central but peaceful
"A beautiful hotel walkable to everything & the staff were nice. A nice buffet breakfast that would appeal to everyone."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol 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 €317 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
€317
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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)
"A faultless hotel, they thought of everything and the room was beautiful. Great location and the staff were all amazing!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

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 €326 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
€326
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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! (935 reviews)
Beautiful Hotel
"A beautiful hotel in a prime location, near shopping and dining. The staff here is the best I have ever encountered with. Everyone was so kind and helpful. I used it as a base for many hiking excursions so I didn’t get to utilize all the amenities they have . Only about a 20 minute ride to ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 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 €158 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
€158
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Hotel Taypikala Cusco

Hotel Taypikala Cusco

4 out of 5
Calle Inticahuarina 620, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €78 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
€78
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (789 reviews)
"In general, the Taypikala hotel was good, there were only two details that particularly caught my attention: 1.- The absence of a soap disk in the bathroom. 2.- And the most important, the 6 days we were staying we had problems with the Internet connection, it became super slow or fell down especially ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Hotel Taypikala Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica

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Santa Rosa

While Santa Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Santa Rosa
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Magisterio Technico del Cusco

When in Magisterio Technico del Cusco, you can plan a visit to Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Magisterio Technico del Cusco
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Manuel Prado

While there might not be top attractions in Manuel Prado, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Real Plaza Cusco.

Manuel Prado
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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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Huayruropata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Huayruropata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.

Huayruropata

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