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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Cusco [2025]
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Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu
4.7
/5
176 reviews
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Based on 20,150 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +5184582030
Address: 08680, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Achieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
Highlights:
Sunrise & panoramic views spot
Puerta del Sol: Perfect for Sunrise & Panoramic Views
Saved by 155 users37% positive reviews
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Machu Picchu boasts 140 structures, including temples, sanctuaries, parks, and residences, as well as over 100 stairways, numerous fountains, and a comprehensive water system. Abandoned during the Spanish invasion and the fall of the Inca Empire in the 16th century, Machu Picchu was discovered by Yale University professor Hiram Bingham in 1911. The ruins consist of two main areas: an urban area and an agricultural area, separated by a stone wall. Beyond the wall lie terraced agricultural areas, divided into high and low terraces depending on the terrain. The urban area is divided into three zones: the sacred area, the area for priests and nobles, and the southern area for commoners.
On March 28th, Huayna Picchu was closed. It was raining on and off, but when the fog cleared, it looked fantastic. It was so amazing that it was able to remain. It was good to see that it was well maintained.
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Qorikancha
4.1
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35 reviews
7.3
63.6 km from downtown
Phone +5184249176
Address: Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Cusco views & Andes beauty
Inca religious & astronomical site
45% positive reviews
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The Temple of the Sun in Cusco has a long history. The ticket to the Temple of the Sun in Cusco (QORIKANCHA) is 15 pesos. There are many tourists, all of whom use headphones to listen to the explanations. Although there are many people, there is no noise. It is very large inside, and basically introduces religious content, Inca culture, and development during the Spanish colonial period. It shows that Cusco was the Inca center at that time. There is also an introduction to the architecture of the Inca period. The whole piece of large stone is stacked tightly without gaps, showing the original stone stacking. The courtyard is very large, and there is a well in the middle. The paintings on the wall show the ancient people's understanding and belief in the sun. It takes more than an hour to look closely.
In the ancient Egyptian architectural art, besides the pyramids, the most impressive thing is the temple architecture. Temple architecture is an important carrier of Egyptian civilization. It reflects the level of development of ancient Egyptian social civilization, embodies the wisdom of the ancient Egyptians, and contains the ancient Egyptians' religious beliefs, national aesthetics, cultural symbols and other multi-layered connotations. Most of the temples in Egypt were built to worship the sun god.
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Plaza Ollantaytambo
4.3
/5
38 reviews
7.2
>100 km from downtown
Address: Peru, Ollantaytambo, 410邮政编码: 08676
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
360° view of Machu Picchu & Andes
Inca Sun Temple's architectural brilliance
31% positive reviews
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Forget the village just below Matchu Picchu as the place is over crowded. Ollantaytambo is the number one place to stay. cute atmosphere, the ancient ruins make for a great day. worth the extra time if you have it.
At night in Ollantaytambo Square, we all watched a soccer game projected onto the wall.
There are many delicious restaurants in the square, and elegant cafes in the cobblestone alleys. There are always police officers on hand to enforce parking regulations.
The townspeople are all kind, simple, and a little shy. The children are incredibly adorable! Prices are also cheap, so I recommend this place for those who want to relax.
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Sacred Valley
4.1
/5
27 reviews
7.0
87.1 km from downtown
Address: 08670, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Achieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
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Famous for colorful craft market
Known for its colorful handicraft market
30% positive reviews
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The Urubama River Valley is a very grand site. It was the agricultural center of the ancient Inca Empire. As for the site similar to terraced fields, it is still seen in the valley. The area is very large and the surrounding scenery is beautiful. It is a very important part of the ancient Inca Empire.
It took us about an hour to get from Cusco to the Sacred Valley. This is a place with relatively few tourists. The entire Sacred Valley is surrounded by mountains. Looking down from a high place, the scene is very spectacular.
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Saqsaywaman
4.4
/5
34 reviews
6.8
Based on 15,014 reviews
64.9 km from downtown
Address: Cusco 08002, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
360° view of Cusco cityscape
360° view of Cusco
32% positive reviews
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Sacsayhuaman is located on a high mountain, and its historical status is comparable to that of Machu Picchu, but its fame is relatively small. Standing in Sacsayhuaman and overlooking the entire city, it is still very beautiful
On the way to Machu Picchu, Sacsayhuaman is a must-go place. It is also a place with a very long history of Inca civilization. The architecture is also very spectacular and has been well preserved to this day.
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Twelve Angled Stone
4.1
/5
29 reviews
6.1
64 km from downtown
Phone +51931093123
Address: C. Hatunrumiyoc 480, Cusco 08002, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 10–20 minutes
Highlights:
Hike Inca Trail & Andes ruins
Nature & ruins along Inca Trail
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It is a very magical place. It is hard to understand or imagine how people thousands of years ago could build stone walls so neatly. It is also a place with local characteristics, where you can appreciate the local customs.
The Inca Trail and the twelve-sided Inca Stone near the Plaza de Armas attract a lot of tourists. The Inca Stone is very neat and large, which is impressive. In the vicinity, you can also see the life of the locals, which is very nice.
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Plaza de Armas
4.5
/5
53 reviews
6.1
64.1 km from downtown
Phone +51951128967
Address: Del Medio 123, Cusco 08000, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 hour
Highlights:
Buy unique souvenirs & local goods
Traditional dance during Sun Festival
44% positive reviews
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piękne miejsce.... jedno z niewielu miast w Peru, które mi sie spodobało. Plaza jest w centrum miasta, napić sie wspaniałej kawy albo zjeść coś w pięknych plenerach.
This place is lively and Beautiful. Its Historic Center of Cusco and people roam around till early Morning. I was there on Halloween Night and Peru celebrates it serioisly. Till Morning 5 everyone was up and celebrating it in Plaza De Armas. All the main Functions/Ceremonies happens here. Like Military walk.
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Cusco Cathedral
4.4
/5
41 reviews
6.1
Based on 7,284 reviews
64.1 km from downtown
Phone +51984625080
Address: Cusco 08002, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Next to Plaza & Cusco culture
Open daily 6 AM-8 PM
41% positive reviews
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Mexico Cathedral (La Catedral de Mexico) is located in the Plaza de la Constitución. It is the largest and most important Catholic church in Mexico. There are many ornate relief paintings on the dome. The main altar is inlaid with various gold and silver jewels and noble and ornate carvings, as well as large religious paintings, and an ivory-carved statue of Christ on the cross in the middle.
The Cathedral is the most important church in Cusco. Like Lima, this cathedral is also located next to the Plaza de Armas. The building is very grand and the decoration inside is extremely gorgeous. The square is also the most lively place in the area.
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Inka Museum
4.5
/5
16 reviews
5.6
Based on 1,211 reviews
64.2 km from downtown
Phone +5184237380
Address: Ataud 154, Cusco 08002, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Show 8 rare Inca mummies
Inca artifacts & ruins display
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The Inca Museum is a museum we really want to visit during our trip to explore the ancient Inca country in Peru. Here, we can learn about the long civilization through cultural relics and historical materials, which makes our next trip to Machu Picchu more targeted.
The Inca Museum was our first stop in Cusco, which was very helpful for our subsequent visit to Machu Picchu. You can have a comprehensive understanding of the history of Inca civilization. Among the thousands of years of history, this place is very impressive.
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Sacred Rock at Machu Picchu
4.0
/5
14 reviews
5.5
Based on 453 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +51984848512
Address: RFQ3+7MX, Cusco 08680, Peru
Recommended sightseeing time: 10–20 minutes
Highlights:
Steep Huayna Picchu overlooking Machu Picchu
Symbolic stone of Inca village
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If we simply evaluate the sacred stone, it is just a big stone. But in Machu Picchu, this stone is given a sacred name, and it is also a must-see when going to Machu Picchu, attracting people to stop and take pictures.
The Holy Stone is a huge stone that has some mysterious power for the locals. I'm not sure if the stone was moved here or was originally there, but it looks like it was taken from the local village and is also a landmark attraction.
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