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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
Sacsayhuaman featuring heritage elements and a ruin 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 when you spend time 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.

P1,409
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
OLLAMTAYTAMBO TRAIN - MACHUPICCHU

Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

P19,733
per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

P14,038
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

P24,187
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

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

P4,792
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch

P2,999
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch
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Top hotels in Santa Monica

Kantu Hotel
Kantu Hotel
3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
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! (92 reviews)
"good value great amenities. little walk from town square"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

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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 P18,334 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P18,334
P22,335 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (905 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 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 P8,588 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P8,588
P9,446 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Service was really good and location is very near to the main square"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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 P16,769 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
P16,769
P20,760 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
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)
"This beautiful hotel was built around an historic cloister and ancient walls and items were preserved, even a historic walking tour of the property was complimentary. It is located in the heart of Cusco, two blocks from the main square. The staff made our stay so memorable. They were efficient, friendly ..."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Santa Ana, Avenida Abancay 207, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P8,085 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P8,085
P8,894 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The location is great and the staff is polite and accommodating. I like that this hotel has heat. However, the restaurant prices are outrageous; there is no way to just order a cup of coffee and an individual item for breakfast without paying for one of their three more inclusive and quite expensive ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P10,112 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P10,112
P11,123 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Good location and overall environment matches expectation"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica

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Magisterio Technico del Cusco

While Magisterio Technico del Cusco might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.

Magisterio Technico del Cusco
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Ttio Norte

While Ttio Norte isn't home to many top sights, Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ttio Norte
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Ttio Sur

When in Ttio Sur, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ttio Sur
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Progreso

While there might not be top attractions in Progreso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market.

Progreso
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Mariscal Gamarra

While there might not be top attractions in Mariscal Gamarra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Plaza Tupac Amaru.

Mariscal Gamarra
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San Borja

When in San Borja, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

San Borja

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