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
What to do and see in Cusco Region, Peru: The Best Places and Tips
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. Centro Historico De Cusco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 4historyandculture - Charlotte, North Carolina
The Spaniards sadly destroyed Inca temples and built their churches over them. The buildings around have u inquest wooden balconies to survive the earthquakes. There are so many picture opportunities, there is a green park with benches and the security watches so people do not walk on the green grass. There is a nice water Fountain also. The downside is they charge a fee to enter the churches
2. Santuario Historico de Machu Picchu
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By ceebee51 - Chicago, Illinois
Everyone knows about Machu Pichu and it does not disappoint. One of the world's most spectacular archeological sites, reflecting one of the world's most fascinating civilizations. You can never get enough time to hike around the site and you pray that the weather will be good (we had both good and bad weather over a 24 hour period). A hike to the Sun Gate is challenging but doable for older folks. The llamas are Darling. A good guide will enhance the experience if you are the studious type but everyone will be in awe of the place.
3. Sacsayhuaman
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By michaelwalter96 - Steyning, United Kingdom
We immediately went from the airport to the site, and were not troubled by the altitude. Our guide was most informative, and explained that slavery was not part of the Inca culture and that Incas were involved as part of their civic duty. They constructed earth ramps and then the enormous boulders were moved into position by teams of men.
Sacsayhuaman represents the head of a puma with the spine going through the centre of Cusco in astrological alignment with the Milky Way.
A truly amazing place.
4. Huayna Picchu
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Huayna Picchu is located towards the north of the Inca city of Machu Picchu. To climb the mountain of Huayna Picchu, should reach the checkpoint and entrance to Huayna Picchu and the road begins a few meters from the Sacred Rock is followed, it is an area with very dense vegetation, this road is very steep and quite and includes sections of narrow stairs and steps made of granite stone placed irregularly, there are some that appear carved into the rock. The promotion lasts between 45-60 minutes depending on the physical state of the person.
5. Inca Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Des V - Perth, Australia
We used Waiki which is a locally based group, their level of organisation was amazing the food was incredible and me being coeliac they catered fro me. what an amazing experience
6. Archaeological Park Ollantaytambo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By nsb218 - Fremont
It is worth the climb to the top to see the amazing views of the valley! Take your time if you are not acclimated to the altitude, it's pretty steep and high. Go with a guide to really get the most out of your visit, take your time and appreciate the history all around you. There is a great area for shopping and restaurants at the base of the mountain as well.
7. Hacienda del Chalan
Overall Ratings
5 based on 137 reviews
We organize Horseback riding tours with Peruvian Paso Horses along the Sacred Valley of the Inkas (mid day, 1D, 2-6D). Lakes, snow Mountains, archaeological complexes (Moray, Salinas, Ollantaytambo) natural reserves, contact with native towns and civilizations, pleasure and good time are part of our tours.
Reviewed By heni12017 - Blacksburg, Virginia
My friend and I joined Yojan for a day hike to the Salinas and Moray. Yojan was a wonderful guide with a wealth of knowledgable about the beautiful Peruvian Paso horses, and the area. The horses were well looked after, and well trained. Yojan adapted our ride so we could spend longer on the horses which was great!
This was a really unique way the see the countryside with panoramic views of the Mountains. I would highly recommend this experience! Thank you :)
