The Machu Picchu Ticket is an official document that grants the right to enter the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu , and if you wish, you can also buy entry to Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Montaña and the Manuel Chávez Ballón Museum.
There are only 2500 daily tickets available for the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, 400 daily tickets available for Huayna Picchu and also 800 tickets available for the Machu Picchu mountain.
Tickets to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain sometimes sell out in high season (April to December), but the rest of the year there is always a space; However, tickets to Huayna Picchu must be reserved at least 3 months in advance , they are almost always sold out.
Types of Ticket for Machu Picchu
There are Three Types of Ticket to Machu Picchu , each of them gives you a different experience, however all tickets allow you to enjoy the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and the Inca bridge.
*The entrance to the Manuel Chávez Ballón Site Museum is also issued by the Ministry of Culture, however you can buy it separately or add it to the Ticket to Machu Picchu, we suggest you buy it separately on the same day of your excursion, they never sell out
- Inca Citadel Machu Picchu Ticket “Only”
- Tickets available per day 2500.
- With this ticket you will only be able to access the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu .
- With this ticket you will be able to explore the entire Inca citadel, you will see the most important temples of Machu Picchu , such as the temple of the Sun, the temple of the condor, the main temple, the temple of the three windows, the guinea pig, the sacred stone, the Intihuatana , etc.
- Also with this ticket you can explore the Inca Bridge .
- With this ticket you will not be able to access Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain .
- Choose below what time you want to enter the attraction:
- 1st group:
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 6 am
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 7 am
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 8 am
- 2nd group:
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 9 am
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 10 am
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 11 am
- 3rd group:
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu from 12 pm
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu from 1 pm
- Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu from 2 pm
- Ticket Machu Picchu Inca Citadel + Huayna Picchu
- Tickets available per day 400.
- With this Ticket you can access the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and also Huayna Picchu .
- You will see all the temples of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and also the temple of the Moon at the top of Huayna Picchu , you will also have a magnificent panoramic view from the Huayna Picchu Mountain, discover more about this experience in The Magic Route to Huayna Picchu.
- You can also use this ticket to explore the Inca Bridge.
- Choose your preferred time below:
- 1st Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 6 am | Entrance to Huayna Picchu from 7 am to 8 am
- 2nd Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 7 am | Entrance to Huayna Picchu from 7 am to 8 am
- 3rd Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 8 am | Entrance to Huayna Picchu from 10 am to 11 am
- Ticket Machu Picchu Inca Citadel + Machu Picchu Mountain
- Tickets available per day 800.
- With this ticket you can access the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu and the Machu Picchu Mountain .
- Climbing Huayna Picchu requires a lot of physical effort and the route to the Inca Bridge is very easy. If you want something intermediate, the route to Machu Picchu Mountain is your best option.
- You can also use this ticket to explore the Inca Bridge.
- Choose your preferred time below:
- 1st Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 6 am | Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain from 7 am to 8 am
- 2nd Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 7 am | Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain from 7 am to 8 am
- 3rd Group : Entrance to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu starting at 8 am | Entrance to Machu Picchu Mountain from 9 am to 10 am
Machu Picchu Ticket Price List:
Prices differ depending on nationality and certain regional agreements in South America, for example: Citizens of the Andean Community Countries ( CAN ) pay less. We assume that the Peruvian government established differentiated prices, due to the difference in the cost of living between Peruvian citizens and first world countries.
Price for Foreigners:
| Visitor |
Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu “Only” |
Macchu Picchu Inca Citadel + Huayna Picchu |
Macchu Picchu Inca Citadel + Machu Picchu Mountain |
| Adult |
66USD |
81USD |
81USD |
| Student |
41USD |
56 dollars |
56 dollars |
| Child* |
39USD |
54USD |
54 dollars |
Price for countries of the Andean Community:
| Visitor |
Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu “Only” |
Inca Citadel Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu |
Machu Picchu Inca City + Machu Picchu Mountain |
| Adult |
37USD |
52 dollars |
52 dollars |
| Student |
29USD |
44USD |
44USD |
| Child* |
27 dollars |
41USD |
41USD |
Price for Peruvians:
| Visitor |
Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu “Only” |
Inca Citadel Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu |
Inca Citadel of Machu Picchu + Machu Picchu Mountain |
| Adult |
105 soles |
175 soles |
175 soles |
| Student |
77 soles |
125 soles |
125 soles |
| Child* |
53 soles |
123 soles * |
123 soles * |
Consider:
- Child* for Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain – For the child to be able to ascend Huayna Picchu and Machu Picchu Mountain, they must be over 12 years old.
- Babies from 0 to 7 years and 11 months, those who have free entry to the Inca City of Machu Picchu, it is not necessary to make a reservation, just present the child’s Original Identity Document.
- It is considered from 8 years to 17 years and 11 months , which must be accredited with the Original Identity Document.
- If you are a foreign student or from the Andean Community over 18 years of age, you must carry your Student Card or ISIC, and you must also present your Original Identity Document.
- If you are a Peruvian student, bring your student card issued by SUNEDU, you must also bring your Original DNI.
- Cusqueños enter Machu Picchu for free on Sundays, but only to the Inca citadel, it does not include the other attractions .
Peruvian Government Regulations for Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is one of the 7 wonders of the world and every year it receives more tourists and we are happy about it, but we must also protect this tourist attraction, which is why below we present all the regulations established by the Regional Directorate. of Tourism Cusco ( Dircetur ), Ministry of Culture and the National Service of Natural Areas Protected by the State ( SERNANP ).
- The opening hours of the Inca citadel are 6 am and close at 5:30 pm
- As we have mentioned previously, there are 9 entry times (6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00), which They are divided into three groups of schedules.
- The tourist’s stay in the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu is a maximum of 4 hours, from the moment of entry, however this policy does not apply if you have the Machu Picchu Ticket with additional alternative routes such as Huayna Picchu and Machu Mountain. Picchu.
- To enter any attraction in the Machu Picchu archaeological park, you must carry an Original Identification Document, for example a passport, immigration card or diplomatic ID and if you are Peruvian, carry your Original DNI – No copies.
- If you are a foreign student, you must carry a document or card that proves your status as a student, in addition to your Passport. It could be the ISIC card – only under these conditions can you get the discount and also enter the archaeological site – Expired cards are not accepted.
- If you are a Peruvian student you have to carry your DNI and your card issued by SUNEDU or the Ministry of Education – Expired cards are not accepted.
- If you are a citizen of the Andean Community of Nations – CAN , you must carry your original ID card or document.
- No Tour Guide may lead a group of more than 16 tourists and must carry an identification flag with the name of the company for which he or she works.
- It is prohibited to throw solid waste in Machu Picchu.
- It is prohibited to carry backpacks with a capacity greater than 20 kg.
- It is prohibited to enter with professional film cameras for commercial purposes – You can always use your cell phone or your travel camera to film without commercial purposes – If you want to make a documentary you have to obtain authorization from the Regional Directorate of Culture of Cusco.
- It is prohibited to make inscriptions or paintings on Inca floors and walls.
- It is prohibited to take samples of lithic and plant material from the park.
- It is prohibited to consume alcoholic beverages within the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park.
- Climbing the Inca walls is prohibited throughout the Machu Picchu Archaeological Park.
What things does the Ticket to Machu Picchu NOT include?
- To enter Machu Picchu you must have a tour guide. The cost of the Guide’s services is not included in the Machu Picchu Ticket, nor are tips if you wish to leave a donation.
- From the city of Aguas Calientes to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu there is a 9 km stretch of road, there are buses that connect both places, the Machu Picchu ticket does not include these costs, learn more about this topic on buses from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu .
- Local Train , if you are a foreigner, please buy your ticket at Perú Rail or Inca Rail.
Do I need to buy Machu Picchu tickets in advance?
Yes, please, at least two days in advance, however, if you also want to visit Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu mountain, please purchase the ticket to Machu Picchu at least 3 months in advance.
Are the tickets for Machu Picchu sold out?
Tickets to the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu sometimes sell out, but you can wait a couple of days, they always have a place for you.
In most cases the problem is not the availability of tickets, but the schedule , generally the morning schedules are the most popular, and that is why they have places available for the afternoon schedules, so if you really want to explore the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in the morning, do your best to buy your ticket in advance.
How to buy the Machu Picchu Ticket?
- The official entity in charge of selling the Ticket to Machu Picchu is the Ministry of Culture , you can make an online reservation through their page , they will ask you to fill out all your personal information , you must also choose the Type of Ticket and its respective group and schedule , please also note that you have your train tickets to Machu Picchu ready .
- After having filled out the form you will receive a Reservation Code with which you can make the payment at the Cusco offices or in the city of Aguas Calientes, keep in mind that the reservation code is only valid for three days , otherwise you will arrive to pay during those three days, you will lose your virtual reservation.
- You can make the payment in Soles on Maruri Street 324 and Garcilaso Street 225 or in Aguas Calientes next to Plaza Manco Capac, we suggest making payment in Cusco.
- If you do not want to make your reservation online you can also go to their offices and buy your ticket, please bring your original identification documents.
Where do I buy and pay for the Ticket to Machu Picchu?
You can reserve online and come to pay at the addresses indicated below, however if you do not like to fill out online forms, you can also buy tickets in person at:
- Calle Garcilaso 225 – Cusco , open Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7:30pm – They do not operate on holidays, for more information call +51-084 255805
- Calle Maruri 324 – Cusco, open Monday to Saturday from 7am to 7:30pm – They do not operate on holidays, for more information call +51-084 582030
- Adjacent to Plaza Manco Capac in the city of Aguas Calientes, they are open from Monday to Sunday from 5:30 am to 8:30 pm, for more information call +51-084 211196
About the Manuel Chávez Ballón Museum
- If you want you can also visit this beautiful Machu Picchu Site Museum called “Manuel Chávez Ballón”
- In the museum you will find many valuable objects found by Dr. Manuel Chávez, for example ceramics, stone utensils, wood, etc. The excavations of Dr. Manuel Chávez were carried out at the end of the 20th century, however all the objects found by historian Hiram Bingham at the beginning of the 20th century are found in the city of Cusco.
- The “Manuel Chávez Ballón” museum also has a beautiful botanical garden where you can spend pleasant moments with your family.
- Hours :
- Monday to Sunday from 8am to 4pm
- Address :
- Please visit this link and you will also find other activities in the city of Aguas Calientes.
Price of the Manuel Chávez Ballón Site Museum
| Visitor type |
Price in American Dollars and Soles |
| foreign adult |
7USD |
| Foreign student |
4USD |
| foreign student |
3 dollars |
| Peruvian adult |
22 soles |
| peruvian student |
11 suns |
| Peruvian schoolboy |
8 suns |
