What's Cusco Historic Center Like?
There's a lot visitors like about Cusco Historic Center, especially its shops and historical sites. Enjoy the neighborhood's museums and rich culture. Learn about local heritage at landmarks like Coricancha and Cusco Cathedral. There's plenty more to see, including Santa Catalina Convent and Plaza de Armas.
How to Get to Cusco Historic Center
Flying to:
- Alejandro Velasco Astete Intl. Airport (CUZ), 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
- Santa Catalina Convent
- Coricancha
- Plaza de Armas
- Plaza El Regocijo
- Cusco Cathedral
Things to Do in Cusco Historic Center
- Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo
- San Pedro Market
- Inca Museum
- Pre-Columbian Art Museum
- Cusco Museum of Popular Art
Other Popular Cusco Historic Center Attractions
- Twelve Angled Stone
- Plaza de las Nazarenas
- San Blas Church
- Plaza San Blas
- Basilica of La Merced
When Is the Best Time to Visit Cusco?
- Hottest months: October, November, September, August (average 51°F)
- Coldest months: July, June, May, August (average 48°F)
- Rainiest months: February, December, January, March (average 14 inches of rainfall)
