Walking Tour Cusco with a Licensed Local Guide | Cusco Guide
Discover the heart of Cusco on a paid walking tour led by a licensed local guide. Explore the city’s Inca foundations, Spanish colonial influence, and modern Andean life, experiencing the real Cusco beyond typical sightseeing.
In just over 2.25 hours, visit iconic historical sites, hidden viewpoints, and symbolic corners of the former Inca capital. Hear fascinating stories, local legends, and cultural insights that make this walking tour a unique journey through Cusco’s rich history.
Hi! I’m Jose Martinez, known as Cusco Guide and former Machu Picchu trekking guide. Join me to uncover Cusco’s history, traditions, and local experiences you won’t find in guidebooks — an authentic, unforgettable experience for travelers seeking the true soul of the city.
Walking Tour Cusco Highlights
Starting from the Inca Statue in the Plaza de Armas, this walking tour explores the historical center and the San Blas area, revealing Cusco’s layers of history step by step.
Plaza de Armas and the Inca statue meeting point
The Inca map of Cusco, designed in the shape of a puma
The center of the Inca trail network
Intikijllu (Sun Street) with perfectly fitted Inca stone walls
View of the Sun Temple (Qoricancha) from outside and its spiritual meaning
Cusicancha Palace, showing advanced Inca urban planning
The Inca Roca block, with stones weighing up to 8 tons
The world-famous Twelve-Angled Stone
San Blas neighborhood, its square, market, and viewpoint.
Each stop is explained through culture, history, legends, and symbolism, not just dates and facts.
Tour Details
Duration: 2 to 2.25 hours
Price: 30 soles / approx. US$9 per person
Payment: At the end of the tour
Departure Times
Daily departures: 8:00 AM · 9:45 AM · 12:30 PM · 3:00 PM · 6:00 PM.
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Meeting Point – Walking Tour Cusco with Cusco Guide
Meet us in front of the Inca Statue in the center of Plaza de Armas, Cusco.
Look for José Martínez, who personally leads the tour in English and wears a red “Free Walking Tour Cusco” T-shirt. Please arrive on time, as the tour starts promptly at the scheduled departure time. We allow a maximum grace period of 5 minutes after departure.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring water, sun protection, and a light layer. Cusco’s weather can change quickly, so be prepared for both sunshine and rain.
The rainy season typically runs from November to March, so bringing a rain jacket or poncho is especially recommended during these