Santa Monica Travel Guide
Cusco
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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.
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.
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
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Sacred Valley: Chinchero, Moray, Maras, Ollantaytambo and Pisaq
Cusco: Sacred Valley - Included Maras, Moray, Urubamba &more
Sacred Valley Full Day with Buffet Lunch Group Tour
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Top hotels in Santa Monica
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Very nice hotel in a beautiful historic building
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Nice hotel with great breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Well located hotel. Proper 5 star. Breakfast excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Union Hotel Cusco
Absolutely amazing time. Rooms are fresh and clean. The hotel is close to everything with San Pedro market being the closest. Staff was extraordinary. Much love to Kiki and Veronica!!! We will stay here again on our next trip to Cusco.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
We really liked the breakfast and the staffs were very helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Cusco
Very clean, polite staff and good service. Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
Santa Rosa
While Santa Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Magisterio Technico del Cusco
When in Magisterio Technico del Cusco, you can plan a visit to Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Centro Social Quispicanchis
Centro Social Quispicanchis might not have many top sights, but Real Plaza Cusco 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.
La Florida
La Florida 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.
San Borja
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Ttio Market and Plaza Tupac Amaru.
