Cusco Historic Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cusco Historic Center
Popular places to visit
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.
San Pedro Market
Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.
Cusco Cathedral
An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.
Coricancha
Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.
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.
Twelve Angled Stone
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.
Activities
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Quad Bike Tour To Moray and Salt Mines in Sacred Valley
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Full-Day Rainbow Mountain Adventure with ATV
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Our pick of the best Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Amazing hotel and incredibly friendly staff. Hotel is beautiful and is in the heart of Cusco's tourist district. Highly recommended and would stay here again.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
The staff was amazing! Concierge service was great, constantly asking if there was anything we needed! Had our lunch ready at 3am for a day of tours!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Union Hotel Cusco
The staff were very good.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
We had to get a breakfast to go as we were leaving at 3am. The packed breakfast was excellent and the hotel kept our luggage whilst we were in Machu Picchu at no extra cost. The room was immaculate and amenities great. A free pisco sour was a great touch too
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Staff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Hotel Hacienda Cusco Centro Historico
Good
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.
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.
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.
Quinta Toccocachi
While there might not be top attractions in Quinta Toccocachi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and San Blas Viewpoint.
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.
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.
