San Cristóbal Travel Guide
Cusco





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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.

Sacsayhuaman
The colossal stones of Cusco’s hilltop fortress are a powerful testimony to the ingenuity of Incan construction techniques.

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.
Things to do

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley

Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day

Sacred Valley: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo and Pisaq

Cusco: Sacred Valley - Included Maras, Moray, Urubamba &more

Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals

Cusco City Tour – Half Day Shared Experience
Top hotels in San Cristóbal


Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
Beautiful accommodations, exceptional service
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Incredible! Highly recommend the BELMOND experience for Cusco. It is right in the city centre and has such great history attached to it. I also recommend the spa, we did the three hour mother / daughter experience and loved it.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Rumi Punku
Great place… great location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Expensive but worth every penny. Spectacular property. Impeccably maintained. Gave us an upgrade. Big, clean, attractive room. Super comfortable beds. Complimentary fruit, chips, chocolate, and drinks in room. Very good selection and quality at breakfast buffet. Free breakfast delivery to the room ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Hotel Boutique Gold Garden
Staff was super kind and helpful
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Cristóbal

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.

San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Viewpoint and Plaza San Blas.

Cusco Historic Center
Cusco Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Basilica of La Merced and Santa Catalina Convent, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cusco.

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.

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.

Tahuantinsuyo
When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
