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$177
per adult
Best Inca Trail To Poc Poc Waterfalls From Cusco - Private Tour
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Half day tour to the: Inca Museum, Koricancha (Sun Temple) and San Pedro Market

AU$144
per adult
Half day tour to the: Inca Museum, Koricancha (Sun Temple) and San Pedro Market
Machu Picchu: Full-Day tour from Cusco with Optional Lunch

Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco

AU$516
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Machu Picchu tour from Cusco
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.
Machu Picchu Full Day

Machu Picchu full day Tour

AU$497
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Machu Picchu full day Tour
Machu Picchu - Day Trip From Cusco withThe Voyager train

Machu Picchu - Day Trip From Cusco with The Voyager Train

AU$486
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Machu Picchu - Day Trip From Cusco with The Voyager Train
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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$649 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$649
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (436 reviews)
"Fabulous stay at Belmond Monasterio! Check in was easy and the staff were personable and professional. We felt welcomed and valued as a client. Our room was upgraded to a suite with a semi-private courtyard. Fabulous room. Great amenities in room. Music in the bar in the evening with a wood fire ..."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Rumi Wasi
Rumi Wasi
3.5 out of 5
Calle Suecia No. 499, Cusco, Cusco
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! (752 reviews)
"Nice to stay"

Reviewed on 14 Jan. 2025

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Rumi Wasi
Hotel Rumi Punku
Hotel Rumi Punku
3 out of 5
Calle Choquechaca 339, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$156 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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
Casa Cusco guest house
Casa Cusco guest house
2.5 out of 5
Calle Suecia, 480, Cusco, Cusco
Stay at this hostal in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and Plaza Sán Cristobal are ...
7.8/10 Good! (38 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

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Casa Cusco guest house
Hotel Boutique Gold Garden
Hotel Boutique Gold Garden
3 out of 5
Calle Pumacurco 490, Cusco
The price is AU$69 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$69
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews)
"Beautiful views from my room. Good showers with hot water and comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

Hotel Boutique Gold Garden
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$174 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (286 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
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Other neighbourhoods around San Cristóbal

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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 Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales and Plaza El Regocijo.

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 Church and Plaza San Blas.

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 Museo de Arte Popular and Calle Marquez, 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 San Blas and San Blas Church 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 San Blas and San Blas Church.

Lucrepata
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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.

Zaguan del Cielo

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