Markets in Cusco Tour: Taste Authentic Flavors of the City

Main Entrance to San Pedro Market – Markets in Cusco Tour (Inkayni Peru Tours)

Friendly Fruit Seller at a Local Cusco Market (Inkayni Peru Tours)

Bustling Aisle Inside Vinocanchon Market – Markets in Cusco Tour (Inkayni Peru Tours)

Local Vendor with Traditional Chicha drinks in Cusco (Inkayni Peru Tours)

Markets in Cusco Tour: Taste Authentic Flavors of the City

Cusco isn’t just about mountains and ruins, it’s also about daily life, food, and people. On this tour, you’ll visit two real local markets in Cusco: San Pedro, the city’s most famous, and Vinocanchón, where locals from all over the region come to buy jungle fruits, herbs, and fresh ingredients. You’ll continue to San Jerónimo, a traditional district rarely visited by tourists, and step into a real Cusqueñan home to hear their stories. To close the experience, you’ll sit down at a classic picantería and taste a traditional dish with a glass of Chicha de Jora, a fermented corn drink passed down from Inca times.

Duration D / N

MAX. ALTITUDE 10,991 ft.

LEVEL Easy

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BEST LOCAL MARKETS TOUR IN CUSCO

Local cheese vendor offering handmade Andean cheese at San Pedro Market.

Highlights

Explore Cusco’s most iconic local markets.
Learn about the essential ingredients of Peruvian cuisine.
Visit the vibrant San Pedro Market, Vinocanchón Market, and the Plaza of San Jerónimo.
Interact with the local community in a traditional San Jerónimo home.
Enjoy an authentic meal in a picantería, a traditional local restaurant.
Taste Chicha de Jora, a culturally significant Andean drink.

Highlights

VISIT THE 2 MOST IMPORTANT LOCAL MARKETS IN CUSCO

Go different and choose this tour if you want to explore markets beside the famous San Pedro in Cusco. We add the Vinocanchon market which is the most important for locals that gathers all the products brought from the jungle, and south of Peru! You will witness what is beeing in a local market is!

Duration: 5 hours.

WE OFFER DAILY DEPARTURES!

BEST LOCAL MARKET TOUR IN CUSCO

Walking Distance – 0 km / 0 miles.
Starting Elevation – 3,399 m. / 11,151 feet.
High Elevation – 3,399 m. / 11,151 feet.
Difficulty: Easy

Itinerary

Best local Market Tour in Cusco

Your culinary adventure begins with a hotel pickup, taking you straight to San Pedro Market, Cusco’s most famous marketplace. As you explore its vibrant stalls, you’ll discover exotic fruits, Andean cheeses, freshly baked bread, and aromatic spices while learning about the traditional ingredients that make Cusqueñan cuisine unique.

Next, you’ll visit Vinocanchón Market, a bustling yet lesser-known local market where daily Cusqueñan life unfolds away from tourist areas. Here, you’ll witness how locals shop for fresh produce and household essentials, immersing yourself in the authentic rhythm of the community.

Continuing to San Jerónimo, one of Cusco’s most traditional districts, you’ll stroll through its picturesque Plaza de Armas, experiencing a side of Cusco where traditions remain deeply rooted. A visit to a local home offers the rare opportunity to meet residents, hear their stories, and gain insight into their way of life.

For the highlight of the experience, you’ll step into a traditional picantería, a classic Cusqueñan eatery known for its rustic charm and communal tables. Here, you’ll enjoy a hearty meal prepared using ancestral recipes, choosing from dishes such as chicharrón, cuy al horno, or adobo, each bursting with rich flavors. To complement your meal, you’ll savor a glass of Chicha de Jora, a fermented corn beverage crafted using age-old techniques.

After an immersive journey through Cusco’s vibrant markets, culinary traditions, and warm hospitality, you’ll return to your hotel, carrying with you the flavors and stories of this unforgettable experience.

Additional Information:

The experience includes transportation, a guide, market visits, interaction with local residents, and a traditional meal (ask for vegetarian options).
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Cusco and experience its rich food culture like a true local!

What's Included?

THE BEST LOCAL MARKET TOUR INCLUDES:

PROFESSIONAL AND TRAINED STAFF

Professional English-speaking Tour Guide.
All entrance tickets.

TRANSPORT

Private transportation.
Door-to-door service. Pick-up from your hotel located around the Historic Center Cusco.

NOT INCLUDED:

Tips.
Water / Snacks.
Breakfast.
Extra expenses

Packing List

PACKING LIST THE BEST LOCAL MARKET TOUR:

ESSENTIALS

Bottled Water.
Money in cash (Drinks & Tips)
Sunscreen
Hand sanitizer
Sun hat
Snacks

CLOTHES

T-shirt
Comfortable pants
Warm, down jacket
Wool hat (Bennie)
Comfortable shoes
Waterproof jacket/rain poncho

EQUIPMENT

Good daypack (small is great)

Departure Dates

Departures every day of the year for any full-day tour:

In short, you can book the best local market tour for any day that is best for you.
But, as long as we have a minimum of 2 people.
Also, find recommendations made by our travelers at TRIPADVISOR

There is one schedule for the best local market tour:

In the morning between 06:00 – 07:30 (according to your preference)

Extra Services?

SERVICE	PRICE
Pick-up out of the historical center	Ask us!
Extra night in Cusco at a 3-star hotel	$75.00

Why Inkayni?

Why book with Inkayni?

Inkayni Peru Tours is a local tour operator exceptionally recommended by its clients, guidebooks, forums, and others. Our principal objective is to provide the best service, achieve the maximum satisfaction of our customers, and assume the responsibility as guardians of Nature in all our undertakings.

Experienced and Professional Team: Get assistance and support from our team, a group of specialists highly qualified to organize your trek to Machu Picchu.
Eco-friendly Local Tour Operator: We respect and protect the environment and the local communities we visit. We use biodegradable products, recycle waste, support local businesses, and donate to social projects.
Door-To-Door Service: Pick-up and drop-off are included at no additional cost from your hotel or Airbnb located mainly in the surrounding area of the Historic Center of Cusco.
Labor Welfare: We take care of all our staff, we fully comply with a fair salary and have a pleasant work environment and support among the different areas of the company.