Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide

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

Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas featuring a park and a church or cathedral

Plaza de Armas

4.5/5(22 reviews)

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 which includes food and markets as well as a small group of people

San Pedro Market

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.

San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral

Cusco Cathedral

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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 featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Coricancha

4/5(12 reviews)

Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.

Coricancha
Twelve Angled Stone

Twelve Angled Stone

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at Twelve Angled Stone. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Twelve Angled Stone
Cusco which includes a city and street scenes

San Pedro Church

4/5(2 reviews)

Step inside “the Sistine Chapel of the Andes,” a richly decorated 17th-century church full of carvings and religious paintings.

San Pedro Church

Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is ₹9,287 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
₹9,287
₹10,215 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Incredible hotel, from the moment we walked in we immediately felt taken care of. The staff is so friendly and so attentive. The buffet breakfast is top notch! The rooms are spacious and beds are large and comfortable. We highly highly recomend for anybody staying in Cusco!"

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is ₹7,796 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
₹7,796
₹8,575 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Volvería
"Volvería sin dudarlo!"

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol 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 ₹20,959 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
₹20,959
₹26,574 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
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 their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"The pool and spa area was amazing. The view from our room was excellent"

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco
3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
The price is ₹8,269 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
₹8,269
₹9,095 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free airport pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (855 reviews)
"The perfect place, location, and personel are simple excelent."

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2024

Union Hotel 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 ₹26,723 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
₹26,723
₹32,667 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (843 reviews)
"Great hotel and good location"

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2024

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is ₹7,913 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
₹7,913
₹8,705 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Very comfortable and convenient"

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2024

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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 Museo de Arte Precolombino.

San Cristóbal
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Coripata

While Coripata may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha.

Coripata
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Santa Ana

While Santa Ana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza El Regocijo and San Pedro Church.

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 San Blas and San Blas Church.

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 Church and Plaza San Blas.

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 San Blas and San Blas Church.

Zaguan del Cielo

Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide