Walking tour in Cusco
Description
Join a free walking tour of Cusco and enjoy a journey through the ancient Inca capital. Starting in the historic center of Cusco, in the Plaza de Armas, the heart of the city, in the square you will see a lot of colonial architecture that reflects the era of the Spanish conquistadors. You will come across notable buildings such as the house of Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, considered one of the most influential Peruvian chroniclers of the colonial period.
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Located in the heart of the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, Cusco’s Plaza de Armas is an iconic site that encapsulates Peru’s rich history and vibrant culture. Once the epicenter of Inca power, this place has evolved over the centuries, transforming into a vital space for gathering, celebration, and cultural expression today.
The San Pedro market is one of the most picturesque places in the city of Cusco. Hundreds of Cusco citizens and foreign tourists gather there to buy various food products as well as handicrafts of all kinds.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(17)
Daniel was great! Some people left in the middle without tipping... please dont do that. The $5 is the booking fee through viator, does not go to the guides.
This free walking tour is actually not free. The cost is $10 and the tip is requested and almost made us feel bad if we did not tip a certain amount ($10 each person). The guide was difficult to understand as his mastery of the English language was not perfected. However, the sights were interesting and he allowed my sister and I to store our luggage as we were merely passing through Cusco. Overall a good experience but just to be aware that this tour is actually around $20 USD per person.
Enriching tour of the city of Cusco. Rosalía, our guide, is truly a great asset. A lot of knowledge and great warmth in sharing the history of the Inca and the transition to the viceroyalty period. We finished with a new perspective on what we had been seeing thanks to her explanations. Additionally, she took us to a chocolate shop where, besides giving us a tasting, they told us a lot about cacao here in Peru. We toured different neighborhoods, ending at the San Blas viewpoint after it had already darkened (we took the tour that starts at 3:30 PM), and that gave us an incredible postcard. It is definitely worth it. I truly highlight the warmth, patience, and wisdom of Rosalía. A luxury!
Muchas gracias por compartir una reseña tan detallada y bonita. Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del Free Walking Tour en Cusco y que te permitió conocer mejor la historia de la ciudad, desde la época inca hasta la transición virreinal. Nos encanta saber que Rosalía hizo de tu experiencia algo especial gracias a su conocimiento, calidez y dedicación. También es genial que hayas disfrutado de la visita a la chocolatería y la degustación, así como del recorrido por San Blas al atardecer, que sin duda ofrece una vista inolvidable. Agradecemos mucho tus palabras y esperamos poder acompañarte nuevamente en futuras experiencias en Cusco.
Angel was a great tour guide, I learned a lot about Cusco, really enjoyed.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Free Walking Tour in Cusco. We are very happy to know that Angel was a great guide and that you learned a lot about the city while enjoying the experience. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Peru.
This experience is fascinating, highly recommended, for those of us who like history architecture and delve deeper into it, you know more icon places of the city of Cusco, all this tour by a great guide José Americo.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience with us. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your Free Walking Tour in Cusco. We are glad to know that you found the experience fascinating and highly recommended, especially for those who enjoy history and architecture and want to learn more about the city. It is wonderful to hear that you were able to visit important iconic places in Cusco and deepen your understanding of its culture. We are especially happy to know that José Américo was a great guide throughout the tour, making the experience even more enriching. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Peru.
Paul was a great tour guide. He was knowledgeable concerning the Inca history in Cusco. Would recommend.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience during your Free Walking Tour in Cusco. It’s wonderful to know that Paul’s knowledge of Inca history made the tour more interesting and enriching for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and your trust. We hope to welcome you again soon for more memorable experiences in Cusco.
This tour was amazing!! Alex was so knowledgeable on everything was had seen. Alex answered every question we asked with great knowledge. The water show was the best we had ever seen!!! AAA+++. A must do tour!!!
Wonderful and very informative tour by our guide Danny. We visited many historical sites where he explained the significance of each. We stopped by the market and tasted different types of cheese from the region and learned about many local items. Tasted 10+ types of chocolate from a local store and I had to return to a local artist shop to purchase a painting. No pressure to buy, just exposed to so many walks of local life. Thanks for a great tour Danny!
Thank you very much for sharing your experience. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed such an informative tour and that Danny’s explanations at the historical sites made the visit even more meaningful. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the local market, regional cheeses, chocolates, and the opportunity to connect with local art and everyday life—always without any pressure. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be happy to welcome you again on another cultural experience.
This was a great way to visit and get to know Cusco. We hit many of the historical sites as well as marketplaces in central squares. The tour guide was very informative and patient and did not rush the tour. I would highly recommend this to for other people.
The square is very beautiful which in my life I have visited but I would return to Cusco again and again but I would return with all my family and friends
