Peruvian Highlands
Travel Guide
![Cusco which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26373-Cusco.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![La Merced Church which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/90000/90307-La-Merced-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![Moray Terraces which includes landscape views and indigenous culture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/66000/66788-Moray-Terraces.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit Peruvian Highlands
Where to stay in Peruvian Highlands
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Cusco Historic Center
Explore museums like Museo de Arte Precolombino and savor fusion and neo-Andean cuisine at local restaurants. Stroll through the artisan-filled San Blas neighborhood for a picturesque shopping experience.
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San Blas
San Blas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like San Blas Church and Plaza San Blas.
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San Cristóbal
While visiting San Cristóbal, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de las Nazarenas and Plaza Sán Cristobal.
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Tahuantinsuyo
While Tahuantinsuyo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plaza Tupac Amaru and Plaza San Blas.
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Primavera
While there might not be top attractions in Primavera, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Garcilaso de la Vega Stadium and Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo.
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Coripata
When in Coripata, you can plan a visit to Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo and Coricancha, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Reviewed on 4 February 2025
![Novotel Cusco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/571600/571557/1d19385f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 February 2025
![Wyndham Costa del Sol Cusco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/420000/410500/410436/b677f716_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 February 2025
![Dream House Cusco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101180000/101177500/101177441/13a1303f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 January 2025
![Cities of the World - Apartments Cusco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31760000/31753800/31753743/w760h755x0y0-0fbf9abc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 August 2024
![Allinkay Cusco Apart Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16180000/16170300/16170236/5954d257_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 October 2024
Popular places to visit
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Aguas Calientes Hot Springs
Aguas Calientes Hot Springs is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Aguas Calientes. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Plaza de Armas
Learn about the local history of Cusco when you take a trip to Plaza de Armas. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
![Cusco San Pedro Market showing markets and food as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/90000/90289-Cusco-San-Pedro-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
San Pedro Market
During your visit to Cusco, you can do some window-shopping at San Pedro Market. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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Inca Trail
You can take time to visit Inca Trail during your travels to Machu Picchu. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
![Ayacucho Plaza de Armas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8d7112c997018d6c909e1b5aa18b8f22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ayacucho Plaza de Armas
You can find out about the history of Ayacucho with a trip to Ayacucho Plaza de Armas. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its museums.
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Cusco Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Cusco when you spend time at Cusco Cathedral. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.