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 Pedro Church
Step inside “the Sistine Chapel of the Andes,” a richly decorated 17th-century church full of carvings and religious paintings.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco
2-Day Tour: Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu by Train
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
Full-Day Tour in Machu Picchu with Pick Up
Cusco City Tour & Nearby Inca Sites
Cusco: Sightseeing Tour of the City on an Open-Top Bus
Cusco Historic Center Hotel Deals
Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2024
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2024
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2024
Reviewed on May 25, 2024
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2024
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Cusco Historic Center
Ramiro Priale
While Ramiro Priale might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Santiago Plaza and San Pedro Market.
San Antonio
When in San Antonio, you can plan a visit to Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Las Joyas
While Las Joyas isn't home to many top sights, Agua Buena Recreational Park and Real Plaza Cusco are some notable places to visit nearby.