What to visit in Pisac. One of the most frequently asked questions by many travelers is what they can visit in the city of Pisac, and here we’ll tell you everything you can do in this beautiful city located in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Pisac Archaeological Center
The Pisac archaeological site is located in the city of Pisac. This archaeological site is one of the most important in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. If you have time, you can explore the entire archaeological site, as it has several very important sites. Tours often go to Pisac, but they only cover a certain section. If you go on your own, you can make the most of it by visiting the entire Pisac archaeological site. To visit the archaeological center, you’ll need a partial Cusco tourist ticket, which gives you access to various tourist attractions in the Sacred Valley and is valid for two days (price: 70 soles). If you plan to be in Cusco for several days, it’s recommended to purchase the general Cusco tourist ticket, which is valid for 10 days (price: 130 soles).
Pisac City
In Pisac, you can take advantage of the opportunity to visit the famous Pisac artisan market, where you can find a wide variety of handicrafts and shops selling gold and silver jewelry. This market is one of the most famous in the Sacred Valley.
You can also visit the artisanal bakeries, where you can find meat empanadas, cheese empanadas, mixed breads, and much more. These artisanal bakeries are many years old and are a typical local staple.
And if you want something more family-friendly, there’s also a hotel (Royal Inka) that has a pool and a recreation center, where you can enjoy the facilities for family barbecues.
To get to Pisac, you have several options:
• You can request a private transfer from Cusco to Pisac, one way or round trip. If you request a round-trip transfer and it’s for the same day, the vehicle will wait for you, and you can take advantage of the car to explore the city and visit the most important sites in Pisac. Request your private transfer with us through our WhatsApp channel.
• For shared transportation, you must go to Pututi Street or the Cachimayo San Sebastián area to board the bus. The price ranges from 5 to 15 soles. Remember that they will drop you off in Pisac, and from there you must find a motorcycle taxi or car to get around.
