Cusco: Travel Information

Area code: 084

Tourism Police number: 24 9654

Medical Services: Clinica Peruano Suiza (24 2114)

*Emergencies 24 hours

"On December 9, 1983, in Paris, UNESCO declared the city of Cusco a World Heritage Site, making it the most important touristic destination in Peru."

Money

Foreign exchange offices and banks are located mainly on El Sol Ave. You will find a Global ATM inside the bus terminal and the airport.

Climate

Its climate is generally dry and temperate, with two defined seasons. The dry season lasts from April to October, with abundant sunshine and occasional nighttime freezes. July is the coolest month with an average of 10°C (49°F). The rainy season lasts from November to March, with night frost less common. November averages 13°C (56°F).

What to do on your own?

• Visit “El Molino”, the mall of the locals where you’ll find all kinds of products at good prices.
• Enjoy an excellent view of the city from San Cristobal’s viewpoint.
• Get lost in the small district of San Blas and discover beautiful streets, squares and corners.
• Visit the “Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo” with your “Boleto Turístico General”. Shows daily at 19:00.
• Browse through hundreds of local handcrafts at the “Centro Artesanal Cusco”.
• Discover the beautiful “Plaza Nazarenas” and the peaceful square of “Cuesta del Almirante”.
• Go to San Pedro’s central market and on your way there stop by the impressive “Plaza San Francisco”

Where to eat?

Juanito’s

596 Qanchipata St.

Budget: 5 – 15 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

"Go to Juanito’s for some of the tastiest sandwiches in town".

La Bodega 138

138 Herrajes St.

Budget: 10 – 30 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

"Try one of the best lasagnas and pizzas of Cusco".

El Paisa

819 El Sol Ave.

Budget: 25 – 40 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

"A local favorite. Here you can try fantastic “Norteño” food. Live show at lunch time!"

Limo

236 Portal de Carnes (2nd Floor), Main Square

Budget: 35 – 60 Nuevos Soles

Lunch, Dinner

"Fine Peruvian cuisine at its best. The Pisco Sour and Sushi here is over the top".