What's Cusco Historic Center like?
There are lots of things that visitors like about Cusco Historic Center, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy the neighbourhood's museums and rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Calle Marquez and Coricancha. There's plenty more to see, including Palace of Justice and Santa Catalina Convent.
How to get to Cusco Historic Center
Flying to:
- Cusco (CUZ-Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl.), 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Cusco Historic Center
Things to see and do in and around Cusco Historic Center
What to see in Cusco Historic Center
- Palace of Justice
- Calle Marquez
- Santa Catalina Convent
- Coricancha
- Plaza de Armas
Things to do in Cusco Historic Center
- San Pedro Market
- Inca Museum
- Museo de Plantas Sagradas Magicas y Medicinales
- Cusco Museum of Popular Art
- Museo de Arte Popular
Other popular Cusco Historic Center attractions
- Plaza El Regocijo
- Cusco Cathedral
- San Pedro Church
- Twelve Angled Stone
- Plaza de las Nazarenas
When is the best time to visit Cusco?
- Hottest months: October, November, September, August (average 11°C)
- Coldest months: July, June, May, August (average 9°C)
- Rainiest months: February, December, January, March (average 347 mm of rainfall)