Cusco
The ancient capital of the Inca Empire, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cusco is the gateway to Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and a rich mil...
About the destination
The ancient capital of the Inca Empire, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cusco is the gateway to Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, and a rich millenary history.
Main attractions
Suggested experiences
High-altitude trekking
Inca Trail, Salkantay Trek and routes to turquoise lagoons like Humantay
Inca archaeology
Visit Sacsayhuaman, Qenqo, Tambomachay and the Temple of the Sun
Living culture
San Pedro Market, textile workshops and ancestral ceremonies
Andean cuisine
Roasted cuy, chiri uchu and contemporary Cusco fusion cuisine
Tours in Cusco
1 tour available
Travel tips
Best time to visit
May to October (dry season). June-August are coldest but with clear skies.
Altitude
Cusco is at 3,400 masl. Take at least one day to acclimatize before intense activities.
What to bring
Layered clothing, sunscreen, hat, trekking shoes and a waterproof jacket.
Tourist ticket
Buy the Cusco Tourist Ticket to access the main archaeological sites and museums.
Cusco
From US$25
