26 guides
Markets are the most direct way into everyday life in Cusco: juices, cheap food, Andean produce and crafts. We tell you what each market offers, when to go and how to keep your belongings safe.
Guide to San Pedro Central Market: sections, juices, cheap food, breads, cheeses and Andean produce, approximate hours, safety and how to get there from the Plaza de Armas.
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Guide to artisan markets in Cusco: the San Blas fair, Centro Artesanal, Pisac and Chinchero markets, what to buy, how to bargain respectfully and spot real alpaca.
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Cusco's local markets beyond San Pedro: Wanchaq, Huancaro, Vinocanchón, Rosaspata, the Baratillo and Cascaparo. What to find, when to go, what to eat and safety tips.
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Wanchaq Market in Cusco: how to get there, what to buy (bread, cheese, chocolate), where to have breakfast or lunch, and tips. Check opening times before you go.
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Rosaspata Market, a neighbourhood market near central Cusco: juices, breakfasts, broths and produce from small farmers. Check opening times before you go.
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The Saturday producer-to-consumer fair in San Sebastián: native potatoes, cheese, coffee, cacao, honey and food. How to get there and tips. Check times before you go.
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Expo Huancaro, the farming and crafts fair of Cusco's June festivities: livestock, native potatoes, cheese, picanterías and crafts. Dates, getting there and tips.
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El Molino, Cusco's popular bazaar near the bus terminal: warm clothes, backpacks, electronics and cheap accessories. Tips and safety advice.
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Ccasccaparo Market, one block from San Pedro: meat, potatoes, rocoto peppers, juices and Pachamama offerings. What to see, current situation and tips.
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El Baratillo, the Saturday flea market in Cusco's Santiago neighbourhood: antiques, second-hand goods, tools and curiosities. Getting there, timing and safety.
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Santurantikuy, Cusco's Christmas crafts fair: usual dates, what to buy (Niño Manuelito, retablos, ceramics), tips and how to avoid the crowds.
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Vinocanchón Market in San Jerónimo, Cusco's big wholesale market: fruit, potatoes, cheese and food at local prices. Best day, getting there and tips.
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A guide to fruits in Cusco's markets: cherimoya, lucuma, granadilla, golden berry, prickly pear, pacay, tumbo and more. How to eat them, seasons and hygiene tips.
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A practical guide to shopping at Cusco's markets: typical hours, cash, respectful bargaining, the yapa, photos, pickpockets and which market to choose.
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Differences between baby alpaca, alpaca, llama, vicuña and synthetic blends; how to recognise genuine garments by feel and label, price ranges and where to buy.
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Pisac guide in the Sacred Valley: what to see in the archaeological park, the market, getting there from Cusco, entry with the Tourist Ticket, the walk down and tips.
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The best souvenirs from Cusco: textiles and alpaca, ceramics, retablos, silver, coffee, chocolate, Andean grains and pisco; where to buy, how to bargain and what not to take home.
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Chinchero guide: weaving centres and natural dyes, the Inca site and colonial church, the Sunday market, the Tourist Ticket, getting there from Cusco and how to combine it.
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Guide to Andean textiles in Cusco: techniques and natural dyes, the meaning of designs, workshops and classes, visits to weaving communities, yarn for knitters and spotting handmade pieces.
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A guide to Cusco street food: anticuchos, salchipapas, emoliente, picarones, tamales, corn with cheese, where to find them and hygiene tips.
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How Cusco locals eat breakfast: Sunday adobo, chicken soup, chicharrón sandwiches, market juices, hot quinoa and pan chuta. Where to try them.
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The Andes are the cradle of the potato. Varieties you'll see in Cusco's markets, what chuño and huatia are, other Andean tubers and dishes to try.
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A guide to the Centro Artesanal Cusco at the end of Avenida El Sol: what's sold, telling qualities apart, bargaining, getting there and when to go. Check hours first.
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A guide to San Pedro: the market, Calle Santa Clara and its arch, the San Pedro and Santa Clara churches, Plaza San Francisco and tips for staying and getting around.
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Guide to San Sebastián and San Jerónimo in Cusco: the baroque San Sebastián church, Vinocanchón market, their role in Corpus Christi and how to visit.
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Pisac market shopping guide: which days to go, what to buy (textiles, silver, ceramics, carved gourds), how to judge quality and tips for bargaining.
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