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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.

P1,417
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

P14,118
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
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/
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour

P848
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

P1,369
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
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
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Top hotels in Santa Monica

Polo Santa Monica

Polo Santa Monica

3 out of 5
Jiron Ricardo Palma 3 distrito wanchaq, Cusco, Cusco
The price is P3,999 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
P3,999
P3,999 total
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (199 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

Polo Santa Monica
Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

3 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is P4,308 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P4,308
P4,308 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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! (117 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 P18,551 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P18,551
P25,531 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
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! (914 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 P8,741 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P8,741
P9,615 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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 P16,453 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P16,453
P20,441 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Un hotel muy bonito"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 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 P9,998 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
P9,998
P10,998 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
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! (1,003 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Hilton Garden Inn Cusco. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. We took advantage of the free filtered water station and refilled our water bottles there. The buffet breakfast was incredible - tons of options including local foods, omelets, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
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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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La Florida

La Florida might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

La Florida
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Huayruropata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Huayruropata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.

Huayruropata

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