Machu Picchu is a magical place with impressive architecture. It is one of the 7 wonders of the world most visited by tourists. Therefore, the Peruvian State is committed, through international policies and agreements, to protect all this cultural heritage.
Prohibited items in Machu Picchu
These rules apply to all visits to Machu Picchu, whether you are coming from an Inca Trail, a Salkantay Trek, an Inca Jungle or have booked a visit to the Classic Inca Sanctuary.
- Any type of poster, banner, label, etc. either for the purpose of propaganda or political activism or for any other purpose aimed at preventing confrontations or disturbances.
- Knives and similar weapons (sharp). These are prohibited items for obvious reasons.
- Cigarettes of all kinds (including electronic cigarettes). They create air pollution and waste.
- Umbrellas, parasols and the like take up a lot of space and their spikes can damage the ground and/or archaeological remains. Wear a hat and sunglasses when the weather is good and a raincoat when it rains or rains.
- Tripods, lecterns, banners and others, since they are objects that can damage the archaeological site or be used violently.
- Objects are also prohibited in the citadel of Machu Picchu: paragliders, drones or other flying machines. Visiting the citadel in any commercial form requires special authorization from the tourist authorities.
- Use wands that do not have the proper rubber tips. Even for the elderly or disabled, any type of rod should have a special rubber tip to prevent soil damage and erosion.
- Entry for backpacks larger than 40 x 35 x 20 cm. Otherwise, they must be kept in the payment lockers.
- Entry into our country of any type of alcoholic beverages or illicit substances.
- Placement of food and/or kitchen utensils (crockery, cutlery, pots, etc.). Read our article about the ban on single-use plastics in Machu Picchu.
- All kinds of paints, aerosols, colored sprays , etc. Doing graffiti that damages the historical heritage of the Cusco region is a crime punishable by our laws.
- In Machu Picchu, any type of audio equipment (speakers, musical instruments, audio equipment, etc.), as well as any type of source of noise pollution, is prohibited.
- Entrance of walkers while damaging the grounds of the citadel of Machu Picchu. Alternatively, they can use feeders (also called kangaroos, etc.).
- High-heeled shoes or shoes whose soles can erode the area. We recommend the use of soft-soled tennis shoes or trekking shoes.
These are the objects that are prohibited to take on your visit to Machu Picchu. To live a better experience in this wonderful place, thus avoiding pain and moments of tension. We hope you have found this information useful. Do not wait more. Contact us, we are Kuskandes Trek, a company dedicated to providing the best service with the responsibility and security that you deserve.
Buy a tourist ticket from Cusco?
It is a ticket that, once purchased, allows visitors to access many of the most popular attractions in the city of Cusco and its surroundings. Including archaeological sites to see during the visits such as the Sacred Valley, the city tour and the museums. There are different types of tourist tickets, depending on the number of destinations included and the time available to visit them. Find out where to buy this ticket.
Tourist ticket sales points
These tickets are not sold out and do not require advance purchase. It is recommended to acquire them upon arrival in Cusco.
Shop at COSITUC
Buy your tickets upon arrival in Cusco at the COSITUC office (Committee of Integrated Services of Cultural Tourism – Cusco). This organization is in charge of managing the Cusco tourist ticket.
Address: Avenida del Sol 103 – in the center of Cusco.
Hours: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Address: Corner between Calle Garcilaso and Heladeros s/n (Casa Garcilaso)
Business hours: Monday to Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Tourist Office – DIRCETUR
Address: Calle Mantas 117-A
Hours: Monday to Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Shop at the attractions
It is important to know that you can also buy the tourist ticket in the places you will visit and that they are included in each of the tickets. You can buy the tourist ticket, for example, at the archaeological center of Pisac, more precisely at the entrance. You can buy the tourist ticket in the indicated places, with the exception of the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Monument to Pachacutec.
Remember that even if you only want to visit one of the attractions included in the tourist ticket, you still have to pay the full ticket since you cannot pay for each attraction individually.
It will be a pleasure to keep you informed so that you can enjoy your trip to the Cusco region without any inconvenience. This magnificent region offers various tourist attractions and circuits such as the Inca Trail, the Salkantay Trek, the Inca Jungle and the Sacred Valley of the Incas. Kuskandes Trek offers you the best service in each of these circuits, with the responsibility and safety that you deserve.
