Half Day Cusco City Sightseeing

Discover the magic and beauty of Cusco, the capital of the Incan Empire. The flawlessly built Incan roads spread to all regions from the “Plaza” which was thought of as the center of the world. Visit the Temple of the Sun, the Convent of Santo Domingo and the famous Cusco Cathedral with its Cuzqueno paintings.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Centro Historico De Cusco, Cusco 08002 Peru

Your sightseeing tour begins at the Artisans’ Quarters of San Blas to visit its church and its particularly impressive carved woodwork. On your way to the Cathedral, you'll stop by the Hatun Rumiyoc street where the famous twelve angular stone is. In the Cathedral, you'll have the opportunity to see its beautiful woodwork and colonial paintings before heading back to your Cusco hotel.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Cusco Cathedral, Portal Belen Plaza de Armas, Cusco 08002 Peru

The Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin, also known as Cusco Cathedral, is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Cusco. The cathedral is located on the Plaza de Armas. The entire building was built between 1560-1654.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Qorikancha, Avenida El Sol, 3rd block, Cusco Peru

Originally named Intikancha or Intiwasi, it was dedicated to Inti, and is located at the old Inca capital of Cusco. Mostly destroyed after the 16th century war with the Spanish conquistadors, much of its stonework forms the foundation of the Santo Domingo church and convent.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Mercado Central de San Pedro, Tupac Amaru, Cusco 08002 Peru

The old market of San Pedro, in the middle of the city of Cusco, is an incredible place to meet with locals, see the groceries, potatoes, incas corns, oropesa breads, cheesses, and some handicrafts. This spot is the place to feel the flavors and scents. It´s an intimate experience with the culture, gastronomy and history.

Duration: 45 minutes