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Popular places to visit

Plaza de Armas showing a church or cathedral and a garden

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.

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

San Pedro Market

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

San Pedro Market
Sacsayhuaman featuring heritage elements and building ruins as well as an individual child

Sacsayhuaman

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

Sacsayhuaman
Cusco Cathedral

Cusco Cathedral

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

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

Coricancha

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

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.

AU$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day.
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru

AU$382
per adult
Half Day Private Tour Machu Picchu Cusco Peru
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/

AU$130
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
ATV tour through the 7 colors mountain /walk 5 minutes/
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

AU$657
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

AU$37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
Cusco: Chinchero, Moray, and Salt Mines Tour

From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Cusco: Chinchero Weavers, Moray, Maras Salt Mines Tour
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Our pick of the best Santa Monica Hotel Deals

Polo Santa Monica

Polo Santa Monica

3 out of 5
Jiron Ricardo Palma 3 distrito wanchaq, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$108 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$108
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (201 reviews)
"Located close to the airport. Due to flight delays we checked in to freshen up just 2 hours before checkout. The front desk staff was very accommodating. Helped us locate our taxi to Ollantaytambo as well. This is a great place for a overnight stay close to the airport."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Polo Santa Monica
Kantu Hotel

Kantu Hotel

2.5 out of 5
calle chaparro 121, Cusco, Cuzco
The price is AU$111 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$111
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Plaza de Armas and San Pedro ...
9/10 Wonderful! (154 reviews)
"The location is excellent for travelers without vehicles. The San Pedro market is just outside. The breakfast had a wide range of options including many local fruits. The staff were always pleasant and helpful. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Kantu Hotel
Sonesta Hotel Cusco

Sonesta Hotel Cusco

4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$273 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
AU$273
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Well-kept hotel with a great breakfast and attentive staff. It was a bit of a walk to the main area so access to restaurants required a bit of a walk. Rooms were large and clean but could get a bit stuffy… we opened the large window for a nice breeze but at the expense of noisy traffic we overlooked ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Sonesta Hotel Cusco
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco

5 out of 5
Esquina De La Calle Ruinas 432, y San Agustin, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$596 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
AU$596
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Close to everything we wanted to see! Very nice hotel with great facilities. Best parts were the breakfast in the morning and the pisco sour class at the bar!!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott

5 out of 5
Plazoleta Santo Domingo No 259, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$614 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$614
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cusco. Enjoy a full-service spa, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (925 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel, very helpful staff, amazing location. I would definitely come back."

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco

4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$263 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$263
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,058 reviews)
Excellent Service and Beautiful Accomodations
"We have stayed here twice and would again. The location is fantastic: near the square but with less noise and near some fantastic restaurants. The rooms are spacious and charming, but also clean and have everything you need plus some extra comfort and luxury like large tubs, facial tissues, etc. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica

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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.

Santa Rosa
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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.

Magisterio Technico del Cusco
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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.

Centro Social Quispicanchis
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Ttio Sur

Though Ttio Sur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market.

Ttio Sur
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Progreso

When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Progreso
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Mariscal Gamarra

While there might not be top attractions in Mariscal Gamarra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Plaza Tupac Amaru.

Mariscal Gamarra

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