Cusco Tourist Ticket – Partial II
Qoricancha Museum, Regional Museum, Museum of Contemporary Art, Monument to Pachacutec, Museum of Popular Art, Qosqo Center for Native Art, Tipón, Pikillacta
Summary
Visit the city’s most important museums, as well as archaeological monuments in the South Valley, with the Cusco tourist ticket for Circuit 2. The sites you can visit include the Qoricancha site museum, the Regional History Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Pachacútec monument, the Folk Art Museum, the Qosqo Native Art Center, the Tipón Archaeological Park, and the Pikillacta Archaeological Center.
What does Circuit 2 of the Cusco tourist ticket include?
Along with Circuit 2 of the Cusco tourist ticket, you’ll have the opportunity to visit six museums and cultural centers located in the city of Cusco, as well as two archaeological complexes in the South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta.
- Qoricancha Site Museum: The Qoricancha Museum, located within the most important ancient Inca temple dedicated to the Sun, exhibits archaeological pieces, ceramics and models dating back to the Inca period, all in the midst of an underground tour.
- Regional Historical Museum: This museum was home to the Cusco chronicler Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, where through 13 rooms we can see paleontological, archaeological and artistic objects from the pre-Hispanic, viceregal, republican and contemporary eras.
- Museum of Contemporary Art: Also known as the Municipal Gallery, the Museum of Contemporary Art exhibits contemporary traveling presentations by local, national, and international artists, with a much more modern vision.
- Pachacútec Monument: Standing 22.4 meters tall, the Pachacútec Monument is a nine-level cylindrical structure that serves as a pedestal for a nearly 11-meter-high bronze statue. Each level offers insight into his life, and from the top, there is a panoramic view of the entire city.
- Museum of Popular Art. Housed: in a small building, the Museum of Popular Art displays sculptures, crafts, and textiles that represent Andean culture and folklore. It also hosts small, temporary exhibitions by various artists.
- The Qosqo Native Art Center: hosts daily performances of folkloric dances and music from various Cusco locations. This center also houses a museum of traditional costumes and musical instruments.
- Tipón Archaeological Park: Noted for its iconic canal system, Tipón features immense agricultural terraces, stone staircases, and beautiful water fountains. This site is said to have been one of the royal gardens of Inca Wiracocha, the ancient Inca emperor.
- Pikillacta Archaeological Center: In Pikillacta, we’ll find pre-Inca archaeological remains from the Wari culture. It’s a vast urban and ceremonial center, almost two kilometers long, surrounded by walls and buildings. It’s one of the few urban remains preserved from that period.
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Cusco Tour Ticket Prices for Circuit 2
Circuit 2 of the Cusco tourist ticket allows you to learn more about its culture through museums that tell stories. We’ll also have the opportunity to visit the archaeological monuments located in the South Valley, which provide a broader view of our trip. Discover the prices for this ticket, as well as the comprehensive ticket, which allows you to visit up to 16 attractions throughout Cusco.
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Partial Entry II
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Comprehensive Entry
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| Foreign | 29 USD | 50 USD |
| National | 19 USD | 30 USD |
| Student | 19 USD | 20 USD |
Why choose the Cusco Tour Ticket to Circuit 2?
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Diversity of Destinations
The destinations you’ll find on tour 2 will allow you to discover everything from museums steeped in history alongside artifacts and sculptures to archaeological sites where you can explore paths steeped in ancient heritage.
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Cultural Immersion
Visiting the museums will give us a broader view of the entire culture preserved in the city of Cusco. We’ll also experience its traditional side with dances and music that will tell stories to the rhythm of Andean folklore.
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Flexible Schedules
You can visit each destination at your preferred time, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., allowing you to customize your itinerary. The Qosqo Native Art Center has its daily presentation at 7:00 p.m.
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Ideal for your first few days in Cusco
Visiting the city’s museums and art centers allows for leisurely strolls throughout the city. They’re an ideal plan for our first day in Cusco, where we’ll get acclimated.
The best tour of Circuit 2 of the Cusco tourist ticket
If you purchased the Cusco tourist ticket for Circuit 2, we’ll suggest a tour to optimize your day and take advantage of each of the destinations you have access to.
1st stop – Museum of Contemporary Art
Our tour will begin in downtown Cusco, at Regocijo Square, where we will visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, gaining our first artistic impressions.
2nd stop – Regional Historical Museum
Next, we’ll visit the Regional History Museum, also located in Regocijo Square. Here, we’ll not only see artifacts steeped in history, but we’ll also appreciate the architecture, which is a delight.
3rd stop – Qoricancha Site Museum
The next stop will be the Qoricancha site museum, just a 10-minute walk away. Taking advantage of our morning, we’ll explore this site steeped in history and ancient artifacts from the Inca era.
4th stop – Tipón Archaeological Park
After finishing our morning visiting museums, we can head to the South Valley to enjoy a typical lunch and visit the Tipón Archaeological Park, a one-hour bus ride from the city. From here, we’ll experience greener landscapes teeming with biodiversity.
5th stop – Pikillacta Archaeological Center
The second stop in the South Valley will be Pikillacta, approximately a 25-minute bus ride away, where we can explore urban vestiges of the Wari culture, thus concluding our historical tour in the best possible way.
6th stop – Qosqo Native Art Center
Finally, upon our return to the city, we’ll be able to attend the folklore show at the Qosqo Native Art Center, which takes place daily at 7:00 p.m. This way, we’ll make the most of Circuit 2 of the Cusco tourist ticket.
Preguntas Frecuentes sobre el boleto al Circuito 1
1. What does Circuit 2 of the Cusco Tourist Ticket include?
Circuit 2 includes admission to six museums and cultural centers located in the city of Cusco, as well as two archaeological complexes in the South Valley: Tipón and Pikillacta.
2. What is the price of Circuit 2?
The ticket to Circuit 2 costs S/X for foreign visitors and S/X for national visitors.
3. How many days is the ticket to Circuit 2 valid for?
The Cusco tourist ticket to circuit 2 is valid for 2 consecutive days.
4. Where are the attractions of Circuit 2 located?
The museums are located in Cusco’s historic center, within walking distance. Tipón and Pikillacta are located in the South Valley, an hour’s drive from the city.
5. Do I need a guide to visit these places?
It’s not mandatory, but having a guide will help you better understand the historical and artistic context of each place you visit.
6. How can I get to Tipón and Pikillacta?
You can get there by tour, private taxi, or public transport (buses to Oropesa or Urcos).
7. What are the visiting hours for the included sites?
Museums are generally open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., while archaeological sites such as Tipón and Pikillacta are open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
8. Can I see traditional dances with this ticket?
Yes, Circuit 2 includes admission to the Qosqo Native Art Center, where traditional dances accompanied by live music are performed daily.
9. What are the hours for viewing dance performances at the Qosqo Native Art Center?
The official schedule is 7:00 p.m. for viewing daily presentations by the Qosqo Native Art Center.
10. How do I purchase the Cusco tourist ticket to circuit 2?
You can purchase it from our website and reserve it for any day you like.