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

4.5/5(22 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(13 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(18 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 showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Coricancha

4/5(12 reviews)

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

4/5(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

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: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

€45
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch
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
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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 €58 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€58
3 Aug - 4 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! (101 reviews)
"Conveniently located near San Pedro Market in a more local part of town. The city center is about a 10–15 minute walk away. The breakfast was great, with variety of fresh fruit. The room did not provide a face towel. Overall a great stay."

Reviewed on 14 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 €329 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
€329
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! (911 reviews)
"Great spot. Central. Very helpful staff. Spa was great!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
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 €300 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€300
17 Aug - 18 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean, well kept. Great service"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €145 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
€145
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! (1,000 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
Novotel Cusco

Novotel Cusco

4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is €161 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€161
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Good location and overall environment matches expectation"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Novotel Cusco
Hotel Taypikala Cusco

Hotel Taypikala Cusco

4 out of 5
Calle Inticahuarina 620, Cusco, Cusco
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! (763 reviews)
"A great hotel in Cusco on a very quiet neighborhood about 10 min walking from the main square. The breakfast was included. The room was very comfortable, quiet and clean."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

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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 Pre-Columbian Art Museum and Plaza de las Nazarenas.

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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Quinta Toccocachi

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

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 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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