26 guides
Cusco is best enjoyed on foot, slowly. These guides walk you through neighbourhoods, squares and viewpoints with tips on altitude, safety and the best times for photos.
Urubamba guide: why it's the best base for exploring the Sacred Valley, things to do in town and nearby, getting there from Cusco and the airport, and what kind of lodging there is.
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Guide to Cusco's San Blas neighbourhood: the church and its carved pulpit, the little plaza, artisan workshops, Hatun Rumiyoc street, viewpoints, nightlife and whether to stay there.
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Guide to Cusco's Cristo Blanco: the statue's history, how to walk up from San Blas or take a taxi, altitude, best time for sunset, safety and what to see nearby.
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Guide to Cusco's Plaza de Armas: from the Inca Huacaypata to the colonial square, the Cathedral and La Compañía, festivals, best times, viewpoints, safety and touts.
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The best viewpoints in Cusco: San Cristóbal, San Blas, Cristo Blanco, Sacsayhuamán, Santa Ana and more, how to get there, best time for photos and safety tips.
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Photo spots in Cusco: Plaza de Armas, San Blas, Inca streets, viewpoints, markets and Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu scenes, with best times, tips and respect for people.
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A guide to Cusco's San Cristóbal neighbourhood: its church and viewpoint, the Inca palace of Colcampata, steep lanes, walking up to Sacsayhuamán and whether to stay there.
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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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A walk through the squares of central Cusco: Regocijo (Kusipata), San Francisco, Nazarenas, San Blas, Limacpampa and Túpac Amaru. History, what to see and a walking route.
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A walk through Cusco's streets lined with Inca walls: the twelve-angled stone on Hatun Rumiyoc, Loreto alley, Santa Catalina Angosta and how to read Inca masonry.
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Guide to Wanchaq, Cusco's modern district: market, Avenida de la Cultura, the train station for Puno, closeness to the airport and whether it's worth staying there.
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Guide to Cusco's Santa Ana neighbourhood: its church and the Corpus Christi series, the viewpoint over the city, Calle Saphy and whether it's worth staying there.
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Guide to Avenida El Sol in Cusco: Qorikancha, the Cusco history mural, banks and exchange offices, crafts and the pros of staying in this area.
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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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Guide to Cusco's neighbourhoods: historic centre, San Blas, San Cristóbal, San Pedro, Santa Ana, Avenida El Sol, Wanchaq and the south-eastern districts. What each offers.
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A guide to the streets leading off Cusco's Plaza de Armas: Procuradores, Plateros, Tecsecocha, Triunfo, Mantas and Marqués. What's on each, the vibe and safety.
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A guide to Cusco's UNESCO-listed historic centre: its areas, how to find your way, what to see, where to stay for your style, hills, noise and safety.
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Practical guide to Aguas Calientes: arriving by train or on foot, the bus to Machu Picchu, things to do, hot springs, Mandor, ATMs and tips for staying overnight.
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Guide to Ollantaytambo in the Sacred Valley: what to see at the archaeological site, the town and Pinkuylluna, getting there from Cusco, the train station and whether to stay.
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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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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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Free things to do in Cusco: plazas, viewpoints, San Blas, markets, free walking tours, fairs, festivals, Inca streets and short walks. Ideas for tight-budget days.
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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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The art of religious imagery in San Blas: maguey and plaster technique, the Mendívil family, Niño Manuelito, retablos and how to buy from the workshops.
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Where to stay in Cusco for views of the rooftops, the Cathedral or the mountains: San Blas, San Cristóbal, Santa Ana and the centre. Pros, cons and tips.
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Things to do in Cusco: the city's essentials, Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, day trips, treks, food, markets and festivals, with 1- to 3-day plans.
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