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.
Things to do
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Machu Picchu Day Trip From Cusco in Vistadome Train
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Guided Day with Meals
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Pisac Indian Market and Ollantaytambo fortress
Top hotels in Santiago
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
Union Hotel Cusco
Truly an amazing place to stay in Cusco. From the people to Kiki the rescue alpaca if you are going to stay anywhere no place is even comes close at this price point.
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
clean room . upgraded my room due to gold expedia status . good breakfast . great location . will stay there again .
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Well located hotel. Proper 5 star. Breakfast excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
We love the colonial style of the rooms and of the courtyard absolutely beautiful! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location is ideal for walking around the plaza de Armas area.
Reviewed on 14 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 Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.
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.
