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Free audio walking tours of Cusco
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Cusco, Peru, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Cusco Express
Plaza de Armas, Cathedral and Temple of the Sun
- Plaza de ArmasWelcome to Cusco's Plaza de Armas, the beating heart of the former Inca Empire's capital. This majestic square, framed by the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus, was once the Huacaypata, the great ceremonial plaza where the Incas celebrated their religious and political festivals.
- Cusco CathedralHere stands the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, built between 1560 and 1654 atop the ruins of the palace of Inca Viracocha. The Spanish conquistadors used stones from the fortress of Sacsayhuamán to erect this imposing building, blending Renaissance and Baroque styles.
- Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun)Welcome to the Qorikancha, the 'Temple of the Sun', which was the most sacred and wealthiest sanctuary of the Inca Empire. Before the conquest, its walls were entirely covered with massive gold plates, and an inner garden housed life-size reproductions of animals and plants crafted entirely in gold and silver.
Cusco Classics
Andean Baroque and local market
- Plaza de ArmasWelcome to Cusco's Plaza de Armas, the beating heart of the former Inca Empire's capital. This majestic square, framed by the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus, was once the Huacaypata, the great ceremonial plaza where the Incas celebrated their religious and political festivals.
- Cusco CathedralHere stands the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, built between 1560 and 1654 atop the ruins of the palace of Inca Viracocha. The Spanish conquistadors used stones from the fortress of Sacsayhuamán to erect this imposing building, blending Renaissance and Baroque styles.
- Church of the Society of JesusHere stands the Church of the Society of Jesus, considered one of the finest examples of Andean Baroque. Built by the Jesuits on the former palace of Inca Huayna Capac, its construction sparked a monumental controversy: its façade rivaled that of the neighboring cathedral, and the pope had to settle the dispute.
- San Pedro MarketWelcome to the San Pedro Market, Cusco's great popular market, designed by Gustave Eiffel at the end of the 19th century. Its impressive metal structure shelters a vibrant world where hundreds of small businesses thrive side by side.
- QorikanchaWelcome to the Qorikancha, the 'Temple of the Sun', which was the most sacred and wealthiest sanctuary of the Inca Empire. Before the conquest, its walls were entirely covered with massive gold plates, and an inner garden housed life-size reproductions of animals and plants crafted entirely in gold and silver.
Complete Cusco
From the imperial center to Sacsayhuamán
- Plaza de ArmasWelcome to Cusco's Plaza de Armas, the beating heart of the former Inca Empire's capital. This majestic square, framed by the Cathedral and the Church of the Society of Jesus, was once the Huacaypata, the great ceremonial plaza where the Incas celebrated their religious and political festivals.
- Cusco CathedralHere stands the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption, built between 1560 and 1654 atop the ruins of the palace of Inca Viracocha. The Spanish conquistadors used stones from the fortress of Sacsayhuamán to erect this imposing building, blending Renaissance and Baroque styles.
- Church of the Society of JesusHere stands the Church of the Society of Jesus, considered one of the finest examples of Andean Baroque. Built by the Jesuits on the former palace of Inca Huayna Capac, its construction sparked a monumental controversy: its façade rivaled that of the neighboring cathedral, and the pope had to settle the dispute.
- Stone of the Twelve AnglesPause for a moment in front of the Piedra de los Doce Ángulos, the famous Stone of the Twelve Angles, embedded in a wall of the palace of Inca Roca on Hatun Rumiyoc Street. This olive-green diorite block, weighing several tons, was cut to perfection and interlocked with its neighbors without mortar, thanks to a…
- Plazoleta San BlasHere is the San Blas neighborhood, perched on the heights of Cusco, the true artistic and bohemian heart of the city. Its cobbled, steep alleys lined with whitewashed houses and blue balconies wind around the Plaza San Blas.
- QorikanchaWelcome to the Qorikancha, the 'Temple of the Sun', which was the most sacred and wealthiest sanctuary of the Inca Empire. Before the conquest, its walls were entirely covered with massive gold plates, and an inner garden housed life-size reproductions of animals and plants crafted entirely in gold and silver.
- SacsayhuamánWelcome to Sacsayhuamán, the cyclopean fortress that dominates Cusco and stands as one of the most spectacular structures left by the Incas. Perched at 3,700 meters above sea level, it formed the head of the puma drawn by the imperial city plan.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Cusco?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Cusco: Cusco Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Cusco Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Cusco (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Cusco audio tours visit?
- Stops include Plaza de Armas, Cusco Cathedral, Qorikancha (Temple of the Sun), Church of the Society of Jesus, San Pedro Market, Qorikancha, Stone of the Twelve Angles, Plazoleta San Blas, Sacsayhuamán.
- How long does a walking tour of Cusco take?
- The Cusco tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Cusco?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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