Location: Pisac
Top Things to do in Pisac
What to do and see in Pisac, Peru: The Best Places and Tips
Písac or Pisac (possibly from Quechua for Nothoprocta, also spelled p'isaqa) is a Peruvian village in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. It is situated on the Vilcanota River. Pisac is most known for its Incan ruins and large market every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday, an event which attracts heavy tourist traffic from nearby Cusco.
Restaurants in Pisac
1. Pisac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By WPLandry - Fairfax, Virginia
This ancient village is amazing. This large, sprawling village is breathtaking. There are spectacular views of the valley below. The crumbling buildings of ancient times really help you to envision what this place once looked like nestled in the hills. The Terrace farms are tremendous and beautiful. I am so happy we decided to do a day trip from Cusco to this lovely ancient village.
2. Pisac Tierra de Aventuras
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Half a day and full day adventures in Pisac area and Sacred Valley of Inkas. We combine hiking, bviking, canoeing, visits to original communities, best flavor of mamamitas food, all this adventure with the best customer service ever. Warm and personalized topurs, guided by bilingual official guides. We costomize the excursion for all levels and ages. Prived and standard options.
Reviewed By jbwhitehouse - Dallas, Texas
The impressive terraces capture the imagination of how humans could make so many perfect places for cultivation. Every rock is precisely placed. Admittance with the park pass that is good at many area archeological parks for 130 solis.
3. Centro Historico De Cusco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 4historyandculture - Charlotte, North Carolina
The Spaniards sadly destroyed Inca temples and built their churches over them. The buildings around have u inquest wooden balconies to survive the earthquakes. There are so many picture opportunities, there is a green park with benches and the security watches so people do not walk on the green grass. There is a nice water Fountain also. The downside is they charge a fee to enter the churches
4. Pisac Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 816 reviews
The sleepy town of Pisac comes alive every Sunday when people from the surrounding communities come together to sell and buy produce, crafts and other supplies in the town's central square.
Reviewed By Travelingwriter31 - Michigan
Pisac market is a must-do activity for any visitor to Peru. Lots of textiles are offered, along with original paintings (quite good), ceramics and clothing. We really enjoyed strolling through the market, chatting with friendly vendors, enjoying the colors. Opportunities abound to bargain - always ask for a lower price, and don’t be afraid to walk away as there will likely be something similar a few booths up. Practice saying, “No, gracias” a lot or you will walk out of the market with bags of goods as they can be quite persuasive. :) Also, don’t forget to ask for the empanada place that has a Guinea pig palace ... it is a sight to behold.
5. ChocoMuseo Pisac
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Manufacturing and sale of organic artisanal chocolate from bean to bar. Coffee shop and an attractive selection of fresh homemade pastries. Unique information about the cacao obtention process. Free samples. Chocolate-manufacturing classes.
Reviewed By KarenBakar - San Francisco, California
We just stumbled upon this place while we were staying in Pisac and really enjoyed our visit. Friendly staff, and an assortment of unusual chocolates that we brought home for gifts - including one coca leaf flavored white chocolate, and another chili-flavored white chocolate with...MoreWe are glad to know that you enjoyed your visit, our goal is to satisfy all our customers. Hope to see you again!
6. Museo Inkariy
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Jose R - Paracas
I have been traveling all my life and I love history, I met the "Medinas" long time ago when they were helping me in a cultural proyect with many similitudes...
I knew they were building something in Cusco but I had no chance to visit...
OH boy... what an impresive place, so well presented with such artistic detail... so many rooms with such surprises and amazing escene presentation that goes beyond your imagination..
You will not only learn about Peruvian amazing cultures... you will enjoy every step and will see how can this Medina Peruvian artistic family risked all their life family money in such incredible place where you would think was made with goverment or ONG s money.
They are 20 minutes away from Urubamba... demand your tour agency or taxi friver or whoever will transport you to the Sacrad Valley to stop there.
Works like this make me proud of being a Peruvian and the Medina Family who become from the most famous esculture tradition (gran Father was hiper famous artis and a Peruvian Icon).
Enjoy and If I'm wrong just write it here (I dare you)
7. Sacsayhuaman
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By michaelwalter96 - Steyning, United Kingdom
We immediately went from the airport to the site, and were not troubled by the altitude. Our guide was most informative, and explained that slavery was not part of the Inca culture and that Incas were involved as part of their civic duty. They constructed earth ramps and then the enormous boulders were moved into position by teams of men.
Sacsayhuaman represents the head of a puma with the spine going through the centre of Cusco in astrological alignment with the Milky Way.
A truly amazing place.
8. Pinkuylluna Mountain Granaries
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4.5 based on 398 reviews
Reviewed By Sail_Scarlett - Hope Island, Australia
Having climbed Ollantaytambo the previous day I decided to challenge myself to the Pinkuylluna granaries.
The site is completely free, unusual in this area, but as a result the tracks are not really well maintained so take care scrambling up altho its definitely doable even if its been raining.
There are several levals of Inca quarters & granary buildings, many higher than the famous fortress on the opposing hill. And its a great place to look at Ollantaytambo from above to get a good idea of its layout & fortifications. And you can clamber as high as you wish depending on your fitness & time availability.
I didnt see better examples of Inca granary buildings anywhere else, Machu Picchu included.
9. Terrazas Agricolas Periodo Inca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By turoar - Swan Hill, Australia
What a wonderful experience to see this incredible work of the Incas and how they sett out the terracing for their farming - you must request to see this. We were there late in the day and it was fine, think the crowds had been.
10. Jardin Botanico Pisac
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By KaysieG - Heraklion, Greece
These Gardens have been cultivated for over 35 years. They include the national collection of Peruvian potatoes (all small and knobbly), in display cabinets.
There are lots of non-native plants but the courtyard has some exceptional specimens of local plants and cacti, with cafe adjoining where the coffee is local and epic.
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