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.
Plaza San Blas
Find out about the history of Cusco when you spend time at Plaza San Blas. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
San Blas Church
Find out about the history of Cusco when you spend time at San Blas Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Cusco: Half-Day City Tour with Sacsayhuaman and Q'enco
Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: #1 Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Convenient location!! Excellent stay!!
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Kantu Hotel
The staff were exceptional and made our stay very enjoyable
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Nice big clean rooms and bathroom, nice bed and sheets, huge breakfast, great location, hotel held our bag during our four day hike.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
The staff here is amazing! Helped us find great places to eat and an amazing store for Alpaca items. The breakfast was great. Rooms are clean and spacious. You are close to everything. Highly recommend
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
The room was very clean and the staff were helpful and friendly. I had trouble adjusting to the high altitude and the staff were so considerate and did that they could to help me feel better. A great place to start our trip to Peru!
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
The Marriot lives up to it name in spade. Friendly staff, helpful and goes above and beyond. Located right in the city centre and easily accessible to everythinf you need. Breakfest has an amazing spread, largest I have seen so far and tastes amazing
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
When in Coripata, you can plan a visit to Cusco Craft Center and Coricancha, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Quinta Toccocachi
Though Quinta Toccocachi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de las Nazarenas and San Blas Church.
Santa Ana
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales and Museum of Contemporary Art.
Zaguan del Cielo
While there might not be top attractions in Zaguan del Cielo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza San Blas and San Blas Church.
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.
