Primero de Mayo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Twelve Angled Stone

Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at Twelve Angled Stone. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Twelve Angled Stone

Activities

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From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals

AU$119
Per adult
From Cusco: Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain ATV Tour with Meals
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Full day | Paracas- Huacachina ALL included | From Lima

AU$163
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full day | Paracas- Huacachina ALL included | From Lima
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Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco

AU$596
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Day Trip Tour to Machu Picchu from Cusco
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Cusco: Rainbow Mountain Day Trip and Red Valley (Optional)

AU$43
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Rainbow Mountain Day Trip and Red Valley (Optional)
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Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch

AU$43
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cusco: Humantay Lake with Breakfast and Buffet Lunch
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Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)

AU$523
Per adult
Machupicchu Tour - Cusco - Peru (Full Day)
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Our pick of the best Primero de Mayo Hotel Deals

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
4 out of 5
Santa Teresa N 344, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$175 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Centrally located this was a perfect hotel for us to link in with our tour guides. The staff are incredibly friendly and we enjoyed our stay. The local tradition of setting off fireworks took some getting used to (0430hrs on a Sunday!). The only negative comment for our stay was the room was quite ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
4 out of 5
Ave. El Sol 954, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$200 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel located in the heart of Cusco. Walkable to the Plaza de Armas! Highly Recommend!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

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$447 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$447
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,004 reviews)
"aaaamazing!! the fact that it used to be a convent is in itself a marvel. it is simply oozing in history but they have made it so modern as well that the atmosphere is just so cozy, comfortable and super fine. the decor is magnificent, and really makes an impression. their courtyard in the center ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

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$558 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$558
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (827 reviews)
"We had a lovely time at this hotel. It was about a 10 minute walk to plaza de Armas where there were lots of restaurants and shopping. The best part of this hotel was the 5 month old baby Alpaca on the hotel terrace. The staff were all super friendly. Couldn’t have asked for a more perfect stay."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2024

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Novotel Cusco
Novotel Cusco
4 out of 5
San Augustin 239 Esquina, Cusco, Cusco
The price is AU$202 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"i stayed 1 night after i get back from Michu picchu t was nice stay, the outside ambiance was nicer than the rooms."

Reviewed on 15 Oct. 2024

Novotel Cusco
Ureta Hotel
Ureta Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Barrio Profesional, Calle Lima C12, Cusco
The price is AU$80 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$80
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cusco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Ureta Hotel Cusco Peru
"Nothing but an awesome hotel. Very nicely located within walking distance to eating places and to Plaza de Armas at less than a mile away walking distance. Mr. Victor, owner of hotel, is nothing less than outstanding! Room are very comfortable, very clean, bathrooms are very clean. Breakfast is included ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Ureta Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Primero de Mayo

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Balconcillo

When in Balconcillo, you can plan a visit to San Blas Viewpoint and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Balconcillo
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Rosaspata

Though Rosaspata may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plaza Tupac Amaru and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.

Rosaspata
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Tahuantinsuyo

When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tahuantinsuyo
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San Blas

San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to San Blas Viewpoint and San Blas Church while you're in town.

San Blas
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Primavera

Though Primavera may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.

Primavera
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Coripata

While Coripata may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha.

Coripata

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