{"id":39409,"date":"2023-12-16T15:21:49","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T20:21:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/blog\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco\/"},"modified":"2026-06-29T21:27:32","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T02:27:32","slug":"short-walks-in-cusco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/short-walks-in-cusco\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Short Hikes in Cusco to Do on Your Own"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-walking-tour-of-cusco-s-historic-center\"><strong>1. Walking Tour of Cusco&#8217;s Historic Center&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_4.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_4.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_4-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_4-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_4-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cusco was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983 due to its Inca and Iberian heritage. For this reason, walking through its streets and squares is a great option. You can visit the following places for free:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Plaza de Armas:<\/strong> Here you will find the most important churches in Cusco, such as the Church of the Society of Jesus and the imposing Cathedral of Cusco. In the central part of this square, there is also a beautiful green fountain brought from New York City in the early 20th century.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Plaza Regocijo:<\/strong> Here you will find the Municipality of Cusco and a water fountain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Plaza San Francisco:<\/strong> Here you can visit the Temple of San Francisco along with its cloister, catacombs, and finally, its famous bell tower<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The San Pedro Market:<\/strong> If you wish to shop for handicrafts and compare prices, here you will find the best deals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hatunrumiyoc Street:<\/strong> Visit the 12-angle stone and discover the architectural skill mastered by the Incas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The San Blas Neighborhood:<\/strong> Also known as the &#8216;bohemian or artisan neighborhood.&#8217; Here, you can visit the Church of San Blas and its famous baroque-style pulpit. Additionally, you can walk to the upper part of the neighborhood via Atoksaykuchi Street and reach the San Blas Viewpoint, the ideal spot for a beautiful panoramic view of this district.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Would you rather explore with a local guide?<\/strong> If instead of just walking around you want to discover the secrets, legends, and colonial history of the historic center from an expert, we highly recommend booking our <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/free-walking-tour-cusco\/\">Free Tour Cusco<\/a>. It\u2019s the perfect way to start your trip!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-hike-to-sacsayhuaman\"><strong>2. Hike to Sacsayhuam\u00e1n<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This hike will offer you a wonderful experience to the most famous archaeological site around Cusco. The walk is uphill and starts at the Plaza de Armas in Cusco. Head towards Suecia Street, then Resbalosa Street, and you can make a stop at the San Crist\u00f3bal viewpoint. Continue to the Inca trail, right at the entrance gate, where you make the payment and continue walking uphill until you reach Sacsayhuam\u00e1n.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire hike to Sacsayhuam\u00e1n takes 45 minutes to 1 hour. To enter, you&#8217;ll need to purchase the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/blog\/cusco-tourist-ticket\/\">tourist ticket<\/a> (bring local currency in cash).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-hike-to-inkilltambo\"><strong>3. <strong>Hike to<\/strong> Inkilltambo&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_2.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_2-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_2-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_2-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This archaeological site is ideal for a simple hike, recommended to escape the noise of urban areas. It&#8217;s a place where you can disconnect from the city and reach a marvelous destination. Inkilltambo belongs to the Sacsayhuam\u00e1n archaeological park, so there are two ways to get here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To reach this place, take the green urban bus called &#8220;Inka Express&#8221; on Cruz Verde Street in front of the &#8220;El Para\u00edso&#8221; shopping center. The fare is 1 sol, and you should get off at the &#8220;tienda&#8221; stop. In front of this stop, you will find the entrance gate. Then, walk for approximately 45 minutes. Along the route, you&#8217;ll encounter two paths; choose the one ascending to the top and continue walking until you reach the Inca site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hike is along a narrow, flat, and safe trail. Entrance to this place is generally free, but sometimes they charge 3 soles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-hike-along-the-hydroelectric-machu-picchu-pueblo-route\"><strong>4. Hike along the Hydroelectric &#8211; Machu Picchu Pueblo Route&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_3.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_3-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_3-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_3-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you wish to reach Machu Picchu by bus, you&#8217;ll have to walk from the hydroelectric plant to the town of Aguas Calientes for about 3 hours along the railway tracks. We recommend not carrying a lot of luggage, just the essentials. The walk is entirely safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in Cusco, consider hiring a <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/\">travel agency<\/a> to arrange transportation on buses that will take you to the hydroelectric plant. The bus journey is a bit challenging as Peruvian drivers tend to drive fast, and the road is a bit rough (unpaved); the entire bus journey takes approximately 7 hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-hike-to-the-famous-poc-poc-waterfall\"><strong>5. Hike to the famous Poc Poc Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_1.webp 775w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_1-300x186.webp 300w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_1-150x93.webp 150w, https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/caminatas-cortas-gratis-en-cusco_1-768x476.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>This is a new tourist attraction that you can easily reach. Head to Grau Avenue (across from Pavitos Street) and take the local buses heading to the town of Chinchero. This journey takes approximately 1 hour, and the fare is 7 soles per person. Once you arrive in Chinchero, visit the Chinchero archaeological site or join the <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/sacred-valley-tours-from-cusco-peru\/\">Classic Sacred Valley tour<\/a>. Then, take the ancient Inca trail to reach the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Catarata+Poc+Poc\/@-13.38752,-72.0493131,16z\/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x916dd9904c02070f:0x3503c465cb34c4a3!8m2!3d-13.3808672!4d-72.0371782!16s%2Fg%2F11lkg1d7bl?entry=ttu\">Poc Poc Waterfalls<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-recommendations\"><strong>Recommendations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make sure to bring enough water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sunscreen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear comfortable walking shoes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consider the weather, bring a rain poncho.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local currency in soles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:14px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-free-walking-tours-peru\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\"><strong>Free Walking Tours Peru<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\"><span class=\"tadv-color\" style=\"color:#ff6900\">Secure your spot on our free tours led by professional, authorized, and expert guides in <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-cusco\/free-walking-tour-cusco\/\">Free tour Cusco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-lima\/\">Free tour Lima<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-arequipa\/free-walking-tour-arequipa\/\">Free tour Arequipa<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-walking-tour-barranco-neighborhood\/\">Free tour Barranco<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/freewalkingtoursperu.com\/en\/tours-lima\/free-tour-of-the-magic-water-circuit-in-lima-reserve-park\/\">Free tour Magic Water Circuit<\/a>. 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