San Cristóbal Travel Guide
Cusco
Visit San Cristóbal
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.
Top hotels in San Cristóbal
Hotel Boutique Gold Garden
Staff was super kind and helpful
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Palacio Nazarenas, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Incredible! Highly recommend the BELMOND experience for Cusco. It is right in the city centre and has such great history attached to it. I also recommend the spa, we did the three hour mother / daughter experience and loved it.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Palacio Manco Capac by Ananay Hotels
Beautiful rooms and grounds. Staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Breakfast is fantastic.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Monasterio, A Belmond Hotel, Cusco
Service was extraordinary. Room spotless. Restaurant Qdre was also excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
ARQUEOLOGO EXCLUSIVE SELECTION - Casa Peralta
Clean room, beautiful view, comfy bed, lovely lobby area. Wish we could’ve stayed longer.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around San Cristóbal
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.
San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza San Blas and San Blas Church.
Cusco Historic Center
Cusco Historic Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Santa Catalina Convent and Coricancha, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cusco.
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.
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.
Tahuantinsuyo
When in Tahuantinsuyo, you can plan a visit to Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
