Cusco Historic Center

Cusco

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

Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas featuring 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 food and markets 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 when you spend time at Plaza San Blas. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Plaza San Blas
Cusco featuring a city and street scenes

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.

P1,417
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/

P4,819
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

P2,646
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

P2,211
per adult
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

P2,154
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch

Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch

P2,438
per adult
Cusco : full day 7 lagoons with lunch
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Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is P4,397 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P4,397
P4,397 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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! (125 reviews)
"We loved the location close to the San Pedro Market. Everything was very close. The breakfast provided was wonderful. We also liked there was a variety of tea options offered throughout the day. The beds were comfortable and the shower had plenty of hot water."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Kantu Hotel
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P8,847 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P8,847
P9,731 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice and friendly staff,helpful when in need. Breakfast is excellent."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P17,275 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P17,275
P21,387 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Without a doubt it’s the best hotel in the historic center of Cusco. Have been in Cusco more than 10 times and have stayed in many other hotels and this is definitely the best! Very friendly staff, very clean, delicious breakfast and very convenient location."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 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 P18,887 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P18,887
P23,009 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
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! (915 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 Jul 24, 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P10,083 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P10,083
P11,092 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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! (1,045 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in the middle of Yucay, staff was for the most part very friendly, just one time we encountered an unfriendly waiter during our dinner service. Breakfast was amazing!! A lot of options including an egg station. There was a wedding during our stay which made it noisy that one night ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Antigua Casona San Blas

Antigua Casona San Blas

4 out of 5
Calle Carmen Bajo 243, San Blas, Cusco
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Best hotel that we’ve ever stayed in. Period."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 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 Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.

San Cristóbal
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Coripata

When in Coripata, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Coripata
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Santa Ana

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Museum of Contemporary Art.

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