San Cristóbal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

Plaza de Armas

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Cusco’s busy main square has been the center of public life for centuries. Enjoy its spacious layout, ancient churches and restaurants.

Plaza de Armas
Cusco San Pedro Market featuring markets and food as well as a small group of people

San Pedro Market

4.5/5(20 reviews)

Get caught up in the chaos of this intriguing attraction and enjoy a uniquely Andean experience.

San Pedro Market
Cusco Cathedral

Cusco Cathedral

4.5/5(22 reviews)

An imposing building constructed with stones from an Inca fortress is celebrated for its beautiful architecture and artwork that spans three centuries.

Cusco Cathedral
Sacsayhuaman featuring heritage elements and building ruins as well as an individual child

Sacsayhuaman

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Sacsayhuaman
Cusco - Machu Picchu featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Coricancha

4/5(7 reviews)

Discover the remains of an important Incan temple dedicated to the sun, admire its construction and learn about its fascinating history.

Coricancha
Plaza San Blas

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.

Plaza San Blas

Activities

Best Inca Trail To Poc Poc Waterfalls From Cusco - Private Tour

Best Inca Trail To Poc Poc Waterfalls From Cusco - Private Tour

AU$139
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Inca Trail To Poc Poc Waterfalls From Cusco - Private Tour
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

AU$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

AU$315
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
OLLAMTAYTAMBO TRAIN - MACHUPICCHU

Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

AU$553
per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic

AU$62
per adult
Maras salt mines & Moray - Fantastic
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Our pick of the best San Cristóbal Hotel Deals

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
5 out of 5
Plazoleta Nazarenas 337, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$805 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
AU$805
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
"Great hotel with a lot of history."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Rumi Wasi
Rumi Wasi
3.5 out of 5
Calle Suecia No. 499, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$153 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly inn in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (759 reviews)
"Very nice place"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Rumi Wasi
Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
4.5 out of 5
Quinta Qolqampata s/n San Cristobal, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$191 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (293 reviews)
"This is a beautiful hotel. The climb takes a bit of getting used to when you first arrive and need to acclimatize to the altitude. But it’s a cheap taxi up and a quick walk down. Good breakfasts"

Reviewed on 8 Feb. 2025

Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
Kokoa Hotel Cusco
Kokoa Hotel Cusco
3 out of 5
490 Tecsecocha, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is AU$100 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$100
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
"Very clean, the female receptionist is super nice. Great location. Very close to the historic center. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Kokoa Hotel Cusco
Hotel Rumi Punku
Hotel Rumi Punku
3 out of 5
Calle Choquechaca 339, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$157 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)
"Hermoso lugar cerca de todo"

Reviewed on 12 Jan. 2025

Hotel Rumi Punku
ARQUEOLOGO EXCLUSIVE SELECTION - Casa Peralta
ARQUEOLOGO EXCLUSIVE SELECTION - Casa Peralta
3.5 out of 5
Calle Pumacurco 408, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$112 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (428 reviews)
Amazing, unusual, thoughtful place
"This is a wonderful space, with large indoor and outdoor courtyards, lots of interesting areas, and a feeling of social awareness."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around San Cristóbal

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Bella Vista

Bella Vista might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and San Blas Viewpoint are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bella Vista
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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 de Armas and San Francisco Church.

Santa Ana
San Blas showing a city

San Blas

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

San Blas
La Merced Church showing a city

Cusco Historic Center

4.5/5(53 area reviews)

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

Cusco Historic Center
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Jardines del Incas

Jardines del Incas might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and San Blas Viewpoint are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jardines del Incas
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Lucrepata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucrepata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Blas.

Lucrepata

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