Good to know
- Time to spend
- 1.5–2 hours
- Tickets
- Paid entry; covered by the Boleto Turístico (Circuit I or full ticket)
- Best time
- Early morning or late afternoon for softer light and fewer groups
- Getting there
- Steep 20–30 minute walk uphill from the Plaza de Armas, or a short taxi
Itineraries with Sacsayhuamán
Sacsayhuamán is on day 2
Day 2 of Cusco and Machu Picchu in 5 days
The ruins above the city
How Sacsayhuamán fits into a day.- 8:30SacsayhuamánAbove Cusco
- 11:00Q'enqoAbove Cusco
- 12:30Puka PukaraAbove Cusco
- 13:30TambomachayAbove Cusco
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Sacsayhuamán questions
Can I walk to Sacsayhuamán from Cusco?
Yes, it is a steep uphill walk of about 20–30 minutes from the center. Take it slowly if you have just arrived, as Cusco sits at high altitude.
Can I buy a ticket just for Sacsayhuamán?
No single-site ticket is sold. Entry comes through the Boleto Turístico, either the partial Circuit I ticket or the full 10-day ticket.
