Country Information
| Official Language : Spanish | Currency : Nuevo Sol (S/) |
| Other Languages : Quechua | Local Time : GMT-5 |
| Population : 28,700,000 | Electricity : 220V, 60Hz   |
Main Tourist Attractions :
- Recommended PlaceFor some culture, visit the Museo Municipal de Arte Contemporáneo, with Contemporary Art exhibitions.
- Recommended PlaceClimb up the cylindrical base of the Monument's Pachacuteq, a 22-meter-high statue of the Inca warrior King Pachacuteq. The climb is fun, but views from the top are disappointing due to the monument’s location at the lower part of town.
- Recommended PlaceStroll around the main square Plaza de Armas, with churches, shops, restaurants, and bars, making it a great place to grab a drink and spend an evening watching the life of the town pass by.
- Recommended PlaceGo see the walls of the town, most of which are still Incan walls, particularly around Plaza de Armas.
- Recommended PlaceVisit some of the many galleries that dot the streets of Cusco. Local artists often do a beautiful job depicting Cusco’s majestic scenery, and prints can often be picked up inexpensively while supporting local talent.
When to go :
The best time to go to Cusco is between June and October, when the sun shines brightly during the day, though temperatures can be quite cold at night, so bring a sweatshirt. Avoid traveling from April to December, when heavy rains will interfere with your time spent in the city.
How to get there :
There are plenty of cheap and convenient buses from other Peruvian cities such as Lima (24 h), Puno (7 h), Arequipa (10 h), and Nazca (14-16 h), as long as you are not in a hurry. If you ARE in a hurry, and not on a very limited budget, flying is also an option. The Cusco airport is at the edge of the city (3-5 sole taxi ride from Plaza de Armas), and has daily flights from Lima and Arequipa. The cheapest flights to and from Lima are USD 70 one-way, and bad weather often causes delays or cancellations in flight schedules.
Visa Information:
Travelers from the USA, Europe, and Israel, do not need a visa to enter Peru. Some Asian countries do need visas, so check online before planning your trip.
Tipping :
Most restaurants and bars in Peru add a 10% gratuity onto the bill. If the service has been good it is customary to add an additional 10%. Taxis are not tipped, and meters are rare, so make sure to negotiate a fare prior to getting into the cab. Hotel porters expect a tip of $1 per bag.
Live Help Schedule
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