Cusco Historic Center

Cusco

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

Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas which includes a garden and a church or cathedral

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 markets and food 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 featuring 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 with a stop at Plaza San Blas. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Plaza San Blas
Cusco showing 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.

RM107
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/

RM364
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

RM1,811
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

RM103
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour

RM163
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins Half-Day Tour
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day

RM200
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Sacred Valley of the Incas Tour - Full Day
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Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center

Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is RM319 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
RM319
RM319 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
9/10 Wonderful! (140 reviews)
"Overall good hotel...first night we stayed on the first floor which was loud but then they moved us to 2nd floor which was good, and rooms were spacious. Very good breakfast, staff is super helpful. location is good close to everything"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Kantu Hotel
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is RM642 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
RM642
RM706 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (1,004 reviews)
"This is the most amazing place to stay. The food is amazing and the staff are welcoming and kind. It was like a family. The place is beautiful. It’s like an experience in itself."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 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 RM1,216 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
RM1,216
RM1,511 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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)
"Close to everything we wanted to see! Very nice hotel with great facilities. Best parts were the breakfast in the morning and the pisco sour class at the bar!!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

JW Marriott El Convento 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM1,368 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
RM1,368
RM1,679 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (921 reviews)
"Beautiful, centrally-located hotel with the absolute best staff."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is RM749 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
RM749
RM823 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (1,055 reviews)
"Great location. Staff was amazing. The room is a bit dark, but comfortable. Great breakfast buffet spread. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Union Hotel Cusco

Union Hotel Cusco

3.5 out of 5
Calle Union 189, Cusco, Cusco
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free airport pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews)
"It’s like a secluded getaway that just appears behind a min descript door. Local shopping and entertainment is nearby, but you have to walk a few blocks of empty to get to it. But once you’re in the Union there isn’t a lot of reason to leave. Friendly staff, open design, and onsite restaurant and ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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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

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 Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

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 de Armas and Museum of Contemporary Art.

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 featuring 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