Santa Monica Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Activities
Excursion to Rainbow Mountain Full Day Optional Red Valley
Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day
Quad Bike Tour To Moray and Salt Mines in Sacred Valley
Full-Day Excursion to Sacred Valley, Pisac and Ollantaytambo from Cusco
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain and Red Valley Day Trip with Meals
Cusco: Humantay Lake Tour with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
Our pick of the best Santa Monica Hotel Deals
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
El Hotel en general es un Hotel bonito, bien ubicado. Lo que me pareció de muy mal gusto es que el señor que estaba en el turno de las 5;00 am. en recepción, durante el proceso que estábamos realizando el check out se acerco a nosotros mostrándonos una toalla de manos de la habitación diciéndonos ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
The staff was amazing! Concierge service was great, constantly asking if there was anything we needed! Had our lunch ready at 3am for a day of tours!
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Front desk was very Rouse very puntual the shuttle
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
JW Marriott El Convento Cusco
The hotel was the perfect location and choice for our Machu Picchu, Peru trip. The location, facilities were perfect. The staff, with their constant warm Peruvian smiles were amazing, they went above and beyond for us, tending to our every need. A lovely extra was when we visited the very cute and ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Kantu Hotel
The location was great, the staff were very friendly and helpful, the room was clean.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Hotel Taypikala Cusco
The hotel is old. The stay was mostly decent, but the wifi was basically nonexistent. Very frustrating in this day and age when internet connection is essential.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
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.
Manuel Prado
While there might not be top attractions in Manuel Prado, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plaza de Armas and Real Plaza Cusco.
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.
Progreso
When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Florida
La Florida might not have many top sights, but Plaza de Armas and Ttio Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Huayruropata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Huayruropata and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza de Armas and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
