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View of the historic Coricancha temple in Cusco, featuring Inca stonework and gardens.

Cosa fare a Cusco, Peru

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Attrazioni più popolari a Cusco, Peru

Qorikancha Temple

1. Qorikancha Temple

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.7 (19,716)
MuseoAttrazione turisticaLuogo di cultoAssociation Or OrganizationPunto di interesse

Discover a dazzling blend of Inca and colonial architecture. Experience brilliant golden stonework reflecting sunlight in a sacred space.

Fatti rapidi: Imagine a temple that was once the richest and most important shrine in the Inca Empire, its walls once covered with pure gold. The Spanish built a colonial church on top, creating an extraordinary fusion of Inca and Spanish architecture.

Punti salienti: Step inside the sun room, where polished granite walls capture the sunlight and reflect like a golden glow, revealing the Inca's advanced understanding of astronomy. The temple’s name means 'Golden Temple,' and its golden past still echoes in the intricate stonework blending history and mystique.

Plaza de Armas

2. Plaza de Armas

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.8 (78,987)
PiazzaAttrazione turisticaParcoPunto di interesseIstituzione

Vibrant heart of Cusco bursting with culture and history. Stroll through centuries of heritage, lively markets, and festive celebrations.

Fatti rapidi: Tucked at the heart of the city, this vibrant square pulses with energy from bustling markets and lively festivals. Layers of history show in every stone, where Incan foundations support colonial buildings above.

Punti salienti: Known locally as Huacaypata, the square was once a central Incan ceremonial ground, which means each corner holds echoes of ancient rites. Around the holidays, colorful parades fill the plaza, lighting up the cobblestones with music and dancing, creating a magical atmosphere unlike anywhere else.

San Pedro Market

3. San Pedro Market

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.3 (43,991)
MarketAttrazione turisticaPunto di interesseIstituzione

Experience a sensory explosion with fresh foods and crafts. Dive into vibrant traditions and vibrant local life in every corner.

Fatti rapidi: Bustling with vibrant colors, this market offers over 200 stalls featuring fresh produce, traditional Andean crafts, and local delicacies. The lively chatter and haggling is an authentic glimpse into daily life for locals and travelers alike.

Punti salienti: Vendors wear traditional woven hats and ponchos, and the air is filled with the aroma of roasted corn and fresh coffee. A quirky tradition here is the Tuesday spice exchange, where sellers barter rare Andean herbs known for their healing properties.

Il nostro consiglio di viaggio #1

Hai mai sentito parlare dei tour a piedi gratuiti?

Dopo aver viaggiato in oltre 30 paesi, c'è una cosa che avrei voluto mi dicessero fin dal primo giorno, e ha completamente cambiato il modo in cui vivo le nuove città.

Tour a piedi gratuiti. Sì, davvero gratuiti. Nessuna carta di credito richiesta. Nessun trucco.

Guida locale, 2-3 ore

Luoghi principali, tesori nascosti, storie locali

100% basato sulle mance

Le guide guadagnano solo con le mance, quindi danno il massimo

Dai la mancia che ritieni giusta

Alla fine, dai la mancia che ritieni giusta

Li ho fatti in decine di città e sono stati il momento clou di quasi ogni viaggio. Se visiti Cusco, Peru, fallo il primo giorno. Mi ringrazierai dopo.

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Cusco Cathedral

4. Cusco Cathedral

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.6 (2,046)
Attrazione turisticaChiesaLuogo di cultoAssociation Or OrganizationPunto di interesse

Experience a masterpiece of architecture and art fused with Inca history. Step inside for stunning colonial paintings and surprising local cultural details.

Fatti rapidi: The cathedral houses over 400 artworks, including some from famous colonial painters, making it a vibrant museum as well as a place of worship. Its construction involved stones taken from nearby Inca ruins, blending Inca and Spanish history in every wall.

Punti salienti: Visitors can see the famed 'Last Supper' painting featuring a guinea pig as the main dish, a unique twist reflecting local culture. The cathedral's intricately carved wooden choir stalls, adorned with biblical scenes and native motifs, reveal a fascinating fusion of European and Andean artistry.

Inca Museum

5. Inca Museum

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.2 (1,917)
History MuseumAttrazione turisticaMuseoPunto di interesseIstituzione

Discover ancient treasures and the mysterious Ice Maiden up close. Experience authentic Inca culture through stunning artifacts and haunting history.

Fatti rapidi: The place holds over 1,700 artifacts showcasing the rich Inca culture and their daily life. Many pieces include intricate gold and silver works, revealing the ancient craftsmanship skills.

Punti salienti: Visitors can find a famous mummy of Juanita, the Ice Maiden, most perfectly preserved in the world. The museum invites you to see her real garments and learn about the intense rituals that preserved her for centuries.

Tambomachay

6. Tambomachay

Dettagli, consigli, orari e altro
4.6 (3,953)
Attrazione turisticaPunto di interesseIstituzione

Feel the serenity of ancient water channels and tranquil stone terraces. Experience the magic of water in motion amid the high Andes.

Fatti rapidi: You can hear water trickling through a series of ancient aqueducts that once supplied fresh water to the Incas. The site features perfectly carved stone terraces that seem to hum with history and nature in harmony.

Punti salienti: One striking detail is the intricate system of aqueducts and canals with water flowing constantly, almost like a natural musical instrument. The place was likely used for ritual bathing, and you can almost picture the ceremonial mist in the cool mountain air as the water cascades down stone steps.

Dolci tradizionali

Picarones

Picarones

Picarones are doughnut-shaped sweets made from squash and sweet potato, deep-fried and drizzled with a spiced syrup called chancaca, popular during festivals in Cusco.

Mazamorra Morada

Mazamorra Morada

Mazamorra Morada is a purple corn pudding infused with fruits and spices, traditionally enjoyed as a dessert with a unique deep purple color from Andean purple corn.

Alfajores

Alfajores

Alfajores are delicate sandwich cookies filled with dulce de leche, widely enjoyed in Cusco and often sold by street vendors and bakeries alike.

Piatti salati tradizionali

Cuy chactado

Cuy chactado

Cuy chactado is a traditional dish featuring fried guinea pig, a delicacy enjoyed for its crispy texture and cultural significance in Andean celebrations.

Rocoto Relleno

Rocoto Relleno

Rocoto Relleno is a spicy stuffed pepper dish, filled with meat, vegetables, and cheese, then baked, showcasing the local love for vibrant and bold flavors.

Chiri Uchu

Chiri Uchu

Chiri Uchu is a cold platter traditionally eaten during Corpus Christi, combining guinea pig, corn, cheese, and spicy sauces, reflecting Cusco's rich culinary heritage.

Bevande tradizionali

Chicha Morada

Chicha Morada

Chicha Morada is a sweet, non-alcoholic drink made from purple corn, cinnamon, clove, and fruit, known for its refreshing flavor and cultural importance.

Api Morado

Api Morado

Api Morado is a warm, spiced purple corn drink served especially during cold mornings and festivals, beloved for its thick texture and comforting taste.

Pisco Sour

Pisco Sour

Pisco Sour is a popular Peruvian cocktail made with pisco brandy, lime juice, sugar, and egg white, often enjoyed by locals and visitors in Cusco's social scenes.

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Come arrivare

Stazioni ferroviarie

Cusco San Pedro Train Station

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From the airport, take a taxi or shuttle to the city center, about 15 minutes.

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Informazioni utili per Cusco, Peru

Luoghi popolari per lo shoppingSan Pedro Market, Calle Garcilaso, Plaza de Armas
Luoghi popolari per la vita notturnaMama Africa, Pachapapa, Deva
Ristoranti casual popolariPachapapa, Chicha, La Cusqueñita
Ristoranti eleganti popolariCicciolina, MAP Café, Chicha
Caffè popolariGreen Point, Cicciolina, Coffee Lab
Acqua del rubinetto potabileNo
Visto per nomadi digitaliNo
Migliori app taxiUber, Beat, TaxiBeat
Prezzo taxi / km$0.5
Turisti / anno4500000
Velocità internet mobile8 Mbps
Percentuale di disoccupazione7 %
Percentuale di povertà20 %
Reddito medio / mese$300
Costo medio della vita / mese$600
Prezzo hotel / notte da$20
Prezzo birra da$2
Prezzo caffè da$1
Prezzo street food da$1
Prezzo pasto al ristorante da$5
Valuta localePEN
Tipi di prese elettricheA, C
ReligioniRoman Catholic, Evangelical, Indigenous beliefs
Lingue parlateSpanish, Quechua, English
Gruppi etniciQuechua, Mestizo
Orientamento politicocenter-left
Densità di popolazione1500 /km²
Area geografica385 km²
Possibili disastri naturaliEarthquakes, Floods
Animali pericolosiNone significant
Luoghi popolari per una passeggiataSacsayhuaman, Plaza de Armas, Qorikancha
Trasporti pubblici popolariBuses, Taxis, Colectivos
Compagnie aereeLATAM, Avianca, Peruvian Airlines
Vaccinazioni consigliateHepatitis A, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Rabies
Tipi di architetturaInca, Spanish Colonial, Republican
Consumo medio di birra pro capite / anno32 l
Consumo medio di vino pro capite / anno2 l
Cultura delle manceExpected but not mandatory
Coworking / giorno$10
Airbnb / mese$350
Affitto 1 camera / mese$250
Palestra / mese$20
Budget giornaliero (zaino in spalla)$30
Budget giornaliero (media)$50

Panoramica di Cusco, Peru

Competenza in ingleseNella media
Sicurezza stradaleMale
Accoglienza per stranieriBuono
Libertà di espressioneNella media
Trasporti pubbliciNella media
Assistenza sanitariaMale
Qualità dell'istruzioneNella media
Affidabilità rete elettricaNella media
Sicurezza contro crimini violentiMale
PasseggiabilitàBuono
Vita notturnaBuono
Scena gastronomicaBuono
Accoglienza LGBTQ+Male
Scena startupMale
Livello di rumoreNella media
PuliziaNella media
Accesso alla naturaBuono
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