San Cristóbal Travel Guide
Cusco
Visit San Cristóbal
Popular places to visit
Plaza de las Nazarenas
You can learn about the history of Cusco with a trip to Plaza de las Nazarenas. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
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.
Things to do
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Cusco: #1 Rainbow Mountain & Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Full Day Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Small Group
Full Day Group Excursion to Humantay Lake from Cusco
Top hotels in San Cristóbal
Ayenda Casa Escondida San Cristobal Premium
"Excellent! Wonderful staff"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Rumi Wasi
"Great! Comfortable and clean"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Kokoa Hotel Cusco
"The room is clean. The lady in the front desk was exceptional and so with the kitchen staff. Breakfast was good too. Very happy with the experience especially that the price is very minimal"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
"Amazing"
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
"Espectacular el lugar, la atención, la comida. Super recomendado!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in San Cristóbal
Cusco Historic Center
Cusco Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Santa Catalina Convent and Coricancha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cusco.
San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Church and Plaza San Blas.
San Antonio
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Antonio and surrounding area, you can visit Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market.
Santiago
If you're spending some time in Santiago, Santiago Plaza and "El Molino I" Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Santa Monica
While Santa Monica may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market.
