Cusco, Peru

A high-altitude Peruvian city of Inca foundations, cobblestones, and Sacred Valley access.

cusco and plaza de armas in Cusco, Peru

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Cusco

  • Machu Picchu — is a 15th-century Inca citadel located in the Eastern Cordillera of southern Peru on a mountain ridge at 2,430 meters (7,970 ft). It is situated in the Machupicchu District of Urubamba Province about 80 kilometers northwest of Cusco, above the Sacred Valley and along
  • Sacsayhuaman — Sacsayhuamán or Saksaywaman is a citadel on the northern outskirts of the city of Cusco, Peru, the historic capital of the Inca Empire. The site is an important example of Inca architecture and sits at an altitude of 3,701 metres (12,142 ft).
  • Plaza de Armas — Plaza de Armas is Cusco's main square, built on the site of the Inca Huacaypata. Surrounded by the Cathedral, the Church of the Society of Jesus, and arcaded colonial buildings, it is the heart of the city and a gathering place for festivals and events.
  • Cusco Cathedral — The Cathedral of Cusco on the Plaza de Armas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site built on Inca foundations from 1559-1654, with a Baroque façade, a cedar choir, and paintings of the Cusco School including a Last Supper with guinea pig.
  • San Pedro Market — San Pedro Market is Cusco's main local market, with stalls selling fresh produce, bread, cheese, juices, and hot meals, plus souvenirs and textiles. A lively, authentic market popular with locals and tourists.
  • Tambomachay — is an archaeological site associated with the Inca Empire, located near Cusco, Peru. An alternate Spanish name is El Baño del Inca.
  • Puka Pukara — is a site of military ruins in Peru situated in the Cusco Region, Cusco Province, Cusco District, near Cusco. This fort is made of large walls, terraces, and staircases and was part of defense of Cusco in particular and the Inca Empire in general.
  • Qenko — Q'enqo, Qenko, Kenko, or Quenco is an archaeological site in the Sacred Valley of Peru located in the Cusco Region, Cusco Province, Cusco District, located about 6 km north east of Cusco and to the east of Sacsayhuamán. The site was declared a Cultural Heritage (Patrimonio Cultur
  • Pisac Ruins — is an ancient or historic site with archaeological remains and cultural heritage.
  • San Cristobal Church — San Cristobal Church on the Plaza San Cristobal in Cusco is a 16th-century church built on the palace of the Inca ruler Wayna Qhapaq, with a baroque altar and views over the city from its hilltop location.
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Cusco

  • Sacred Valley bike route — Sacred Valley bike route is a cycling route that passes through parks, riverbanks, or city streets with bike-friendly lanes.

🍽️ Restaurants in Cusco

  • Inka Grill — A popular restaurant in cusco, serving local and international dishes in a casual setting.
  • MAP Cafe — MAP Cafe is a café serving coffee, pastries, and light meals in a relaxed setting.
  • Jack's Cafe — Jack's Cafe is a café serving coffee, pastries, and light meals in a relaxed setting.

🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Cusco

  • Paddy's Irish Pub — Paddy's Irish Pub is a pub or beer-focused bar with a selection of local and craft beers on tap.
  • Republica del Pisco — Republica del Pisco is a pub or beer-focused bar with a selection of local and craft beers on tap.
  • Norton Rat's Tavern — Norton Rat's Tavern is a pub or beer-focused bar with a selection of local and craft beers on tap.
  • Pariwana Rooftop — Pariwana Rooftop is a rooftop bar with open-air seating, cocktails, and views over the surrounding cityscape.

🎯 Activities & Tours in Cusco

  • Cusco City Tour in Half Day — On our Cusco guided tour you can see why the United Nations has designated Cusco to be part of the Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Come with us and experience the incredible mixture of both incan and spanish-style. You will also have the opportunity to explore Cusco’s main streets
  • Cusco City Tour Four Ruins in Half-Day — Enjoy the Ancient Inca Capital of Cusco .This Tour is half a day that includes a visit to the main square , the Temple of Sun Koricancha nearby ruins around this city such us The fortress of Sacsayhuaman, Qenko, Puca Pucara and finally we will visit Tambomachay.
  • Cusco: Cultural & Historic Walking Tour with Local Drinks — Join an expertly guided journey through Cusco’s fascinating history, magnificent architecture, and enduring traditions with this immersive tour. Explore iconic landmarks, including a traditional chicheria and an authentic luthier’s workshop, where you'll gain exclusive insights i
  • City Tour in Cusco & visit Museum South American Camelid — The imperial city of Cusco has a series of Inca buildings and places that deserve to be traveled. And this fabulous tour takes you to the most important sites in Cusco. Since it really is a fascinating place to visit; Providing a mixture of the two cultures (Inca and Spanish), th
  • Traditional Peruvian Cooking Class and Market Tour in Cusco — This activity is directed by an original chef from the city of Cusco, who has grown up among the traditions and stories of local cuisine and who, due to his passion for cooking, has been able to work with the best chefs in the country, to now present an experience that combines I
  • City Tour in Cusco Half Day — This is the destination that you should visit in Peru, in this tour you will find the most important buildings all over the Inka Empire, like the king's house (the highest architecture technic), Sacsaywaman, the temple with the biggest stones and everything in this tour is more i
  • Cusco Open Top Bus Tour: City Highlights & Inca Archaeological — This Cusco SightSeeing is one of the best things to do in Cusco while you are acclimatizing. We have carefully curated the itinerary to give you the best orientation of the city and tradition. This tour takes you to all the major highlights in and around Cusco. We start the tour
  • Free Walking tour in Cusco — Join a free walking tour of Cusco and enjoy a journey through the ancient Inca capital. Starting in the historic center of Cusco, in the Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city, in the square you will see a lot of colonial architecture that reflects the era of the Spanish conquista
  • City tour in Cusco + Income — This City tour in Cusco is a complete tour that includes all the entrance costs, so that you can know some of the most attractive places in Cusco. An ideal tour to start your visit in Cuzco, where you will be able to visit archaeological temples, military fortresses and more att
  • City Tour in Cusco — The tour in Cusco takes you to all the most important sites in the city. This includes visits to the Temple of the Sun (Qoricancha) and various Inca sites located outside the city. You'll witness an incredible blend of Inca and Spanish styles, with the Qoricancha being a perfect
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Cusco

  • Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco — Belmond luxury hotel in a former palace with oxygen-enriched rooms, outdoor heated pool, spa, and fine dining near Plaza de Armas.
  • Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco — Belmond hotel in a 16th-century monastery with courtyard, restaurant, and oxygen-supplemented rooms near Plaza de Armas.
  • JW Marriott El Convento Cusco — Luxury hotel in a 16th-century convent with indoor pool, full-service spa, rooftop garden, and 153 rooms near Coricancha.
  • Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel — Luxury Collection hotel beside Coricancha temple with 203 rooms, spa, Inti Raymi Restaurant, and colonial courtyard with Inca heritage.
  • Tierra Viva Cusco Centro — Boutique hotel in central Cusco with modern amenities, free breakfast, and comfortable rooms near Plaza de Armas.
  • Pariwana Hostel Cusco - Adults only — Popular adults-only backpacker hostel near Plaza de Armas with bar, restaurant, garden, terrace, and daily social activities for travelers.
  • Viajero Cusco Hostel — Social hostel 5 minutes from Plaza de Armas with bar, events and dorms plus private rooms in a colonial building.
  • Dragonfly Hostels Cusco — Highly-rated hostel 2 blocks from Plaza de Armas with clean dorms, social atmosphere and excellent location.
  • Hotel Midori — Central hotel 656 feet from Main Square with modern amenities, excellent location score of 9.6.
  • Hotel Rumi Punku — Boutique hotel 320 yards from Plaza de Armas with Inca-era stone doorway, garden courtyard and excellent rating.
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