San Cristóbal
Cusco
Visit San Cristóbal
Popular places to visit
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.
San Pedro Market
Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.
Cusco Cathedral
An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.
Sacsayhuaman
The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.
Coricancha
Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.
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.
Things to do
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Adventure with ATV
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Tour EN Cuatrimoto POR la Montaña 7 Colors Hike 5 Minutes
Sacred Valley of the Incas–Discover 5 Iconic Sites +Maras & Moray
Top hotels in San Cristóbal
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Rumi Wasi
Really beautiful historical building. Great location!
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Hotel Rumi Punku
The rooms and the facility was clean, the staff was amazing. It’s near a lot of shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Ayenda Casa Escondida San Cristobal Premium
Proximity to Saqsaywaman is great .. simple place that matches the cost .. breakfast variety could improve .. I had some concerns with altitude and the staff were excellent at helping me out.
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
Staff was incredible and very helpful booking cabs, trips and anything we needed. Food was outstandinf
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Incredible! Highly recommend the BELMOND experience for Cusco. It is right in the city centre and has such great history attached to it. I also recommend the spa, we did the three hour mother / daughter experience and loved it.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Cristóbal
Quinta Toccocachi
Though Quinta Toccocachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Museo de Arte Precolombino and Plaza de las Nazarenas.
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.
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.
Cusco Historic Center
A noteworthy feature of Cusco Historic Center is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Plaza de Armas and Santa Catalina Convent.
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.
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.
