Cusco, Peru

Shopping Tour in Cusco

The best shopping in Cusco isn't in the malls — it's on the streets. Independent boutiques, artisan workshops, vintage stores, and morning markets are scattered through neighborhoods that reward the walker with discoveries you can't find online.

Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, and walking its steep cobblestoned streets reveals a city where massive Inca stone walls form the foundations of Spanish colonial churches. It is the gateway to Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.

Top Shopping Tour Spots

•San Pedro Market — Cusco's central market since colonial times, where vendors sell fresh tropical juices, local cheeses, giant corn, and steaming plates of cuy (guinea pig)
•San Blas artisan quarter — a steep hillside neighborhood above the plaza with narrow streets, artisan workshops producing traditional ceramics and wood carvings, and the ornate San Blas church pulpit

Hidden Shopping Tour Gems

•Mercado de Wanchaq — a local market less touristy than San Pedro, where Cusqueños shop for daily groceries and traditional medicines

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best shopping streets in Cusco?+

roamee's shopping tour of Cusco takes you through the best shopping neighborhoods — from local markets to indie boutiques to artisan workshops.

What markets should I visit in Cusco?+

roamee includes the best markets in Cusco — flea markets, food markets, and artisan markets — with insider tips on what to buy and when to go.

Can I do a self-guided shopping tour in Cusco?+

Yes — roamee creates a walking route through Cusco's best shopping areas with audio narration and local tips at every stop.

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