City: Cusco Region
Top Things to do in Cusco Region
Top Hotels in Cusco Region
- 1. Pakaritampu Hotel
- 2. Antigua Casona San Blas
- 3. Inti Punku MachuPicchu Hotel & Suites
- 4. Aranwa Cusco Boutique Hotel
- 5. Palacio del Inka, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Cusco
- 6. Atoq San Blas Hotel
- 7. Jw Marriott El Convento Cusco
- 8. Sonesta Hotel Cusco
- 9. Aranwa Sacred Valley Hotel & Wellness
- 10. El Albergue Ollantaytambo
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Cusco Region, Peru
Cusco, also spelled Cuzco (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈkusko]; Quechua: Qusqu suyu), is a region in Peru. It is bordered by the Ucayali Region on the north; the Madre de Dios and Puno regions on the east; the Arequipa Region on the south; and the Apurímac, Ayacucho and Junín regions on the west. Its capital is Cusco, the capital of the Inca Empire.
Restaurants in Cusco Region
1. Cerveceria Willkamayu
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By itsjamesmiller - Idaho Falls, United States
An awesome little brewery with the best hospitality. Dario was super friendly, very informative, and opened up his home/brewery for our group. Amazing artisanal beers and lots of friendly conversation. Will definitely be back when we visit Peru again ???? Muchas Gracias Dario! -James
2. Catarata Perolniyoc
3. San Blas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,205 reviews
This traditional old quarter of Cusco is the city's most picturesque district characterized by narrow and steep streets, colonial houses built with walls of Incan stone and numerous art workshops.
Reviewed By FarAway25489
So interesting to walk the narrow streets, observe the Incan stones providing support for the buildings. Great local restaurants. Be prepared for street vendors to follw you with their wares. Have a firm “no thank you” or Sols ready as they are persistent.
4. Plaza de Armas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9,884 reviews
Reviewed By rustyinsf - The Netherlands, null
Beautiful square in Cusco, so typical of this country, if you are lucky to have good weather, it is a recommended resting place to contemplate the visit to this wonderful city.
5. Hilario Mendivil Museum (Museo de Hilario Mendivil)
6. Callejon de Loreto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 321 reviews
Reviewed By LuizDutraNeto - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Take your time and stroll along the cobblestoned narrow streets flanked - on both sides - by stonewalls at the awesome "Centro Histórico" of Cusco. These streets are considered masterpieces of the ancient Incan masonry and urban design. They have survived centuries of earthquakes and other natural disasters, principally due to the fantastic Incan architecture and construction techniques. No wonder, Unesco has appointed, in 1983, the historical center of Cusco as a "World Heritage Site"! Unmissable! Enjoy!
7. Plaza de las Nazarenas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By leahgnyc - San Francisco, United States
Convenient location close to everything. Though the plaza is mostly comprised of higher-end boutiques and galleries, there is a modern art museum nearby along with a plethora of interesting shops and restaurants.
8. Pinkuylluna Mountain Granaries
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 489 reviews
Reviewed By 233rebekahd - Ollantaytambo, Peru
Pinkuylluna is located on Lare Calle, just above APU Lodge in Ollantaytambo. It's a steep but scenically rewarding hike up and it's free. You can see the Ollantaytambo Ruins(Fortress) from up top as well. It can be challenging if you're not accustomed to the altitude, but also a good practice hike as it's maybe 30 minutes up. Since I'm living in Ollantaytambo, I have gone up there at least a half a dozen times. It's close to where I'm staying and a nice quick hike even just for some exercise. However, it's been closed since March 2020 and will hopefully open again soon, when restrictions are lifted.
9. ChocoMuseo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,052 reviews
Are you a chocolate lover? Come and live a truly chocolate experience at ChocoMuseo! In our chocolate museum you will uncover all the cocoa secrets while you taste the best artisanal chocote made with the best organic Peruvian beans! Further more, get ready to make your own chocolate in our Chocolate Workshops or be ready to drink the best of our coffee or chocolate delights in our cafeteria! Please notice we have another 3 locations: - On the same square, opposite corner: the factory, - on plaza de armas on the left of the cathedral, -by the 12 corner stone
Reviewed By 79nancyw
If you love chocolate, want to learn all about chocolate and take a class in chocolate making, then this is the place for you. Located in the heart of Cusco, Peru, Choco Museo is a great find to add a distinctive dimension to your travels in Peru. You can drop in anytime and learn about the fascinating process of plant to product and then sign up for a chocolate cooking class. The class is instructive, fun AND you get to make your own molded chocolates. Instructors are easily understood and have a wealth of information and experience in the process of chocolate making and enjoying.
10. Mercado Central de San Pedro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,968 reviews
Reviewed By Vacation43693861266 - California City, United States
On our itinerary we would visit this great market, we made a tour and it was nice to know the native language and the nice things they sell.
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