Santiago Travel Guide
Cusco

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.

San Blas Church
Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at San Blas Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Santiago

Torre Dorada

Casa Esmeralda By Katari

MMARROS INN PERU
I had a wonderful stay here! The hosts were excellent—so attentive, kind, and genuinely sweet people who made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. They even picked us up from the airport, which made everything so easy and stress-free. The location is perfect very central and only about 12 ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

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Sonesta Hotel Cusco
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Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
Absolutely beautiful hotel in a lovely area. Sadly lacking a vanity kit in the bathroom eg no shower caps or ear buds, that type of thing. Fabulous breakfast too. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santiago

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

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

La Florida
La Florida might not have many top sights, but Ttio Market and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

San Borja
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Ttio Market and Plaza Tupac Amaru.

Progreso
When in Progreso, you can plan a visit to Ttio Market and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
