Santiago Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas showing 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 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
Sacsayhuaman featuring heritage elements and building ruins 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 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

Activities

Cusco: Scenic Sun Route to Puno with Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Scenic Sun Route to Puno with Buffet Lunch

NZ$76
per adult
Cusco: Scenic Sun Route to Puno with Buffet Lunch
Full Day Route of the Sun Tour from Puno to Cusco with Lunch

Puno: Scenic Sun Route to Cusco with Buffet Lunch

NZ$76
per adult
Puno: Scenic Sun Route to Cusco with Buffet Lunch
Bus To Cusco From La Paz 8:30am

Cusco Bus Ticket from La Paz City 7:30 a.m.

NZ$102
per adult
Cusco Bus Ticket from La Paz City 7:30 a.m.
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

NZ$42
per adult
96% 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

NZ$422
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/

NZ$144
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
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Our pick of the best Santiago Hotel Deals

Torre Dorada

Torre Dorada

3 out of 5
Calle Los Cipreses N-5, Residencial Huancaro Santiago, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$94 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$94
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
"Very nice staff, great patio area for quiet reflection & breakfast included which you can request omelettes included in your stay. Great for a simple affordable Cuzco stay!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Torre Dorada
Cozy Room Cusco

Cozy Room Cusco

2 out of 5
Calle San Jose #100 - A, Cusco, CUSCO
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (39 reviews)
"This was good for one nights stay. But I will warn you it’s paper thin to the outside and you will hear cars and dogs all night and come 7 am you will hear terrible amounts of noise from outside. Other than that, the staff was nice and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2024

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Cozy Room Cusco
Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is NZ$116 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$116
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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! (185 reviews)
"Great but noisy"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Kantu Hotel
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is NZ$321 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$321
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (1,073 reviews)
Comfy, Convenient and Welcoming Stay
"Very convenient location close to city square. Staff are very friendly and helpful. We were also able to store our luggage here when going to Machu Picchu."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

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 NZ$631 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$631
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful building and grounds. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Close to downtown square. Amazing hotel overall."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 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
The price is NZ$647 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$647
20 Sept - 21 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! (932 reviews)
Incredible hotel in central Cusco!
"Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel By Marriott in Cusco is a first class hotel with first class service and within walking distance to all of the central Cusco attractions. They also have a baby Alpaca that you can pet each day in the hotel courtyard! 😁 We stayed in room 462 which has a ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
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Other neighbourhoods around Santiago

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Primavera

Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas and Cusco Craft Center.

Primavera
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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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San Borja

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.

San Borja
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Ttio Norte

Ttio Norte might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ttio Norte
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Progreso

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

Progreso
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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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