Santa Monica Travel Guide
Cusco
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Popular places to visit
Plaza de Armas
Learn about the local history of Cusco with a stop at Plaza de Armas. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
San Pedro Market
During your visit to Cusco, you can search for that perfect souvenir at San Pedro Market. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Cusco Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Cusco with a stop at Cusco Cathedral. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Sacsayhuaman
Learn about the local history of Cusco when you take a trip to Sacsayhuaman. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Coricancha
Find out about the history of Cusco when you spend time at Coricancha. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
San Blas Church
Find out about the history of Cusco with a stop at San Blas Church. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Santa Monica
Polo Santa Monica
"Rooms were freezing, hot water took more than 10 minutes to arrive, staff spoke zero English. Bedding was clean, food was reasonable, about on a par with a Motel 6 in Alabama."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Palacio del Inka, A Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott
"restaurant, idoor garden space, gym, spa and steam, art gallery"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hampton By Hilton Cusco
"I stayed for two nights at Hampton by Hilton. Complimentary bottled water was provided only on the first day and was not replenished afterward. While many Hampton properties have upgraded to liquid soap dispensers, this hotel still uses individual toiletries, which I actually appreciated. Basic amenities ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Kantu Hotel
"Very nice hotel, located next to the San Pedro market and not far walking distance from plaza de Armas in Cusco. The bed is very comfortable and they provide you with everything you need. Staff is very professional, nice and helpful. Feels safe."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco
"The best thing about the Wyndham Costa del Sol is its excellent location, just a couple of blocks from the Plaza de Armas, as well as having other shops and restaurants just outside the door. The hotel is well-staffed, and they were always happy to help with anything you need. The property is nice, ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Sonesta Hotel Cusco
"The check in was easy, the front desk staff are very friendly. We stayed one night. The room was clean and the windows are hermetic which means you close them and you cant hear any noise from the street (which is loud). The hotel is well located we walked to Plaza de Armas without a problem. It is ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Monica
Santa Beatriz
While Santa Beatriz may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco.
Santa Rosa
While Santa Rosa isn't home to many top sights, Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
Centro Social Quispicanchis
Centro Social Quispicanchis might not have many top sights, but Real Plaza Cusco and National University of Saint Anthony the Abbot in Cuzco are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Villa Victoria
While there might not be top attractions in Villa Victoria, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Real Plaza Cusco and Ttio Market.
Ttio Sur
Though Ttio Sur may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ttio Market and Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium.
San Borja
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in San Borja and surrounding area, you can visit Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Ttio Market.
