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

3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is P4,311 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P4,311
P4,311 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
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! (118 reviews)
"Nice breakfast very clean . employees very nice"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 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 P18,567 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P18,567
P25,552 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P8,723 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P8,723
P9,595 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Great stay. Would recommend highly"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 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 P16,057 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P16,057
P20,014 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
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! (1,007 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
Novotel Cusco

Novotel Cusco

4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P9,755 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P9,755
P10,730 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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)
"Very beautiful property with Spanish court yard, only 6-7 walk to the main square, breakfast and very friendly staff standing by 24 hrs. A lot of nice restaurants just around the corner."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 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 P9,333 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P9,333
P10,267 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
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! (1,042 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
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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 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 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