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Cusco Attractions
Your complete guide to the top things to see in Cusco, Peru's Inca heartland.
Things to do in Cusco – top Cusco must-see attractions
Cusco is the historic heart of the Inca Empire, and its landmarks tell that story in stone, gold, and mountain trails. You'll find everything here - from centuries-old colonial churches layered over Inca foundations to sweeping Andean valleys and glacier lakes. Explore the precisely fitted walls of Sacsayhuamán, browse handmade crafts at San Pedro Market, or hike to the multi-colored slopes of Rainbow Mountain. Ready to dig in? Here are the top places to visit in Cusco, Peru.
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Sacsayhuamán
Why visit?
- Zigzag limestone ramparts
- Panoramic views of Cusco
- Inti Raymi festival site
Plaza de Armas de Cusco
Why visit?
- Colonial-era architecture
- Inca stone foundations
- Twin cathedral facades
Cusco Cathedral
Why visit?
- 1,250 kg silver main altar
- 300+ colonial paintings
- Last Supper Andean painting
Qorikancha
Why visit?
- Inca precision stonework
- Colonial convent overlay
- Trapezoidal Inca doorways
Stone of the Twelve Angles
Why visit?
- 12-sided Inca stone block
- Hatun Rumiyoc Street location
- Recognized national heritage
Barrio de San Blas
Why visit?
- Cobblestone colonial streets
- Open artisan workshops
- Church of San Blas pulpit
Sacred Valley
Why visit?
- Inca ruins at Ollantaytambo
- Pisac terraces and market
- Urubamba River valley views
Humantay Lake
Why visit?
- Glacial turquoise lake water
- 4,200m high altitude setting
- Pachamama earth ceremony
Vinicunca (Rainbow Mountain)
Why visit?
- Seven-colored mineral stripes
- 5,036m summit altitude
- Views of Ausangate peak
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San Pedro Market
Why visit?
- Fresh local produce stalls
- Handwoven textiles and crafts
- Traditional Andean food stalls