Cusco Historic Center
Cusco
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.
San Blas Church
Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at San Blas Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus
Machu Picchu Tour by Vistadome Panoramic Train from Cusco
Sacred Valley: Ollantaytambo, Chinchero and Yucay With Lunch
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo fortress
Top hotels in Cusco Historic Center
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Great hotel to stay at. It was centrally located and very walkable to most things. The staff was friendly and multilingual. The restaurant was fantastic and the beds were comfortable. The room was very clean, had a great view and the amenities were on point. I would stay here again when returning. ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Great hospitality and welcoming staff, good food and service, very good location and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Great place loved the location! Wonderful food and staff !
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Kantu Hotel
Every nice staff.
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Union Hotel Cusco
The Hotel staff went out of theircway to make adjustments when my travel was delayed. Very clean and staff professional. Breakfast in morning outstanding.
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Tierra Viva Cusco Centro
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Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Pre-Columbian Art Museum and Museo de Arte Precolombino.
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.
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 Market.
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 Viewpoint.
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.
Tahuantinsuyo
When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
