Explore Cusco on Foot with a Local Guide
Discover the heart of Cusco on this immersive walking tour led by Cusco Guide, an authorized local tour operator. Learn about the Inca origins, city layout as a puma, and the center of the Inca trail network, while walking through historic streets, plazas, and neighborhoods. This tour is perfect for travelers who want a personal, on-foot introduction to Cusco’s Inca and colonial heritage.
Itinerary – Step by Step
Meeting Point Mention
The tour begins at Plaza de Armas, in front of the Inca statue, where your guide will be wearing a red Cusco Guide T-shirt. Arrive 5 minutes early to start on time. From here, we’ll explore the main plaza and surrounding streets.
Plaza de Armas & Historical Overview
Learn about Cusco’s colonial and Inca history
Discuss the city’s layout along Inca trails and its puma shape
See important buildings and the fusion of Inca foundations and colonial architecture
Walking along Intikijllu (Sun Street)
Follow the historic Sun Street, the main axis leading to Qoricancha
View the Cusicancha neighborhood, rich in colonial-era architecture
Sun Temple (Qoricancha) – Exterior Visit
Admire the stonework of the Sun Temple (Qoricancha) from outside
Learn about its importance in Inca astronomy, rituals, and religious ceremonies
See how the temple foundations were integrated into colonial structures
Sun Temple (Qoricancha) – Exterior Visit
Admire the stonework of the Sun Temple (Qoricancha) from outside
Learn about its importance in Inca astronomy, rituals, and religious ceremonies
See how the temple foundations were integrated into colonial structures
Walk to San Blas Neighborhood
- Explore San Blas Square and its fountain, the heart of Cusco’s arts and crafts district.
- Stroll through San Blas Market and visit the nearby viewpoint.
- Enjoy a Pisco Sour demonstration or ceviche demonstration.
Price
Price (to be paid at the end of the tour): 20 soles per person (~US$6)
Direct booking with Cusco Guide – no OTAs or commission fees
Optional tips are welcome at the end of the tour
Schedules & Duration
8:00 am, 9:45 am, 12:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm
Duration: ~2.25 hours
Designed for a comfortable walking pace with explanations at each stop
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Bottled water
Rain jacket or layers from October through mid-April (rainy season)
Reserve Your Cusco City Walk
Book directly with Cusco Guide, an authorized local operator, to secure your spot on this small-group walking experience:
Full Meeting Point Information
Location: Plaza de Armas, in front of the Inca statue
Recognition: Your guide wears a red CuscoGuide T-shirt
Arrival: 5 minutes early recommended