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.
Sacsayhuaman
The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.
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.
Activities
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Guided Day with Meals
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
1 day excursion to the Humantay Lake from Cusco.
Our pick of the best Santiago Hotel Deals
Torre Dorada
Beautiful
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Cozy Room Cusco
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
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Very nice hotel in a beautiful historic building
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Well located hotel. Proper 5 star. Breakfast excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Nice hotel with great breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Union Hotel Cusco
Absolutely amazing time. Rooms are fresh and clean. The hotel is close to everything with San Pedro market being the closest. Staff was extraordinary. Much love to Kiki and Veronica!!! We will stay here again on our next trip to Cusco.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santiago
Primavera
Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Wanchaq Market.
La Florida
La Florida might not have many top sights, but Ttio Market and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Wanchaq Market.
San Borja
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Ttio Market.
Ttio Norte
Ttio Norte might not have many top sights, but Ttio Market and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Progreso
When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Ttio Market and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
