How to buy the Machu Picchu 2025 tickets?
Do you want to visit Machu Picchu in 2025? Half a year ago, renovations began to allow more people to enter the Wonder of the World. The changes include new routes and new tickets, as well as the officialization of a high season and a regular season. In this short blog, learn more about one of the world’s best tourist destinations and get some tips for having the best travel experiences.
- Are there any changes to Machu Picchu in 2025?
- Entry types
- How to buy tickets to Machu Picchu 2025?
- How to get discounts at Machu Picchu for 2025?
- Since when is it possible to purchase tickets to Machu Picchu?
- How far in advance should I purchase a ticket to Machu Picchu?
- Other tickets in Machu Picchu
- Questions and answers about the Machu Picchu 2025 ticket
Tourist visiting the Wonder of the World – Machu Picchu
Ticket sales for Machu Picchu 2025 begin in December 2024. However, you can purchase tickets much earlier at ‘Boleto Machu Picchu’ to ensure entry to the Inca city. Remember that you will receive your ticket in December (as regulated by Machu Picchu authorities), ready to be printed and used.
Are there any changes to Machu Picchu in 2025?
These are the main changes at Machu Picchu:
- Machu Picchu is now divided into three sectors, each with a circuit with different routes.
- The new Machu Picchu circuits offer new experiences, such as the Panoramic Route, the Classic Route, and the Royal Route (routes to the Huayna Picchu sector).
- There are 10 circuit routes, just like the new Machu Picchu tickets.
- Mandatory entry with a guide is still in place, especially for Circuit 2 or the Classic Route of Machu Picchu.
- COVID-19 restrictions are now behind us. Masks will no longer be required.
- Prices remained the same and 5 new tickets were added.
- An additional entry time has been added. Hours begin at 6:00 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m.
- The length of your stay in Machu Picchu will depend on the tickets or routes you are taking.
Entry types
| Ticket type | Season | Schedules | Circuit type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) | All year round | 2 schedules:
| Panoramic Circuit (1) |
| Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | All year round | 10 schedules (starts at 6:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) | Panoramic Circuit (1) |
| Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | High season (June 19 to November 2) | 4 consecutive schedules (starting at 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.) | Panoramic Circuit (1) |
| Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | High season (June 19 to November 2) | 4 consecutive schedules (starting at 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.) | Panoramic Circuit (1) |
| Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A) | All year round | 10 schedules (starts at 6:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) | Classic Circuit (2) |
| Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | All year round | 10 schedules (starts at 6:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) | Classic Circuit (2) |
| Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | All year round | 2 schedules:
| Royal Circuit (3) |
| Machu Picchu Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | All year round | 10 schedules (starts at 6:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) | Royal Circuit (3) |
| Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | High season (June 19 to November 2) | 2 schedules:
| Royal Circuit (3) |
| Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D) | High season (June 19 to November 2) | 2 schedules:
| Royal Circuit (3) |
How to buy tickets to Machu Picchu 2025?
Machu Picchu tickets can be purchased online or in person in Cusco. Today, most visitors from around the world do so online.
How to buy tickets in Cusco (Peru)?
To purchase a ticket, visitors must visit authorized offices and make the purchase with their passport, ID, or university ID.
Remember that in-person ticket purchases to Machu Picchu are very rare and highly sought after. Therefore, long lines form in Cusco to obtain admission tickets. It’s best to purchase them online in advance.
The authorized offices in Cusco are:
- At the Garcilaso House: Garcilaso Street s/n Cusco – Peru.
- At the Disconcerted Address of Culture Cusco: Maruri Street 324, Cusco – Peru.
- In Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town): Avenida Pachacutec s/n.
How to buy tickets online?
There are two ways to purchase a Machu Picchu ticket online: on the official website of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture or through an authorized travel agency.
To purchase your Machu Picchu ticket online, follow these steps:
- Visit the official website or our authorized travel agency.
- Choose your ticket type, as well as your preferred date and time of entry. Check availability.
- Complete the requested information with your personal details: name, age, type and number of ID (or passport), etc.
- Make the payment for the Machu Picchu entrance fee.
- Print the tickets you will receive in your email.
Remember to purchase your ticket for any of the available routes in advance. Tickets sell out quickly due to limited availability. Reserve your ticket through Boletomachupicchu at least two months in advance and guarantee your visit to the Seventh Wonder of the World.
How to get discounts at Machu Picchu for 2025?
In 2025, Machu Picchu reduced its entrance fees for foreign citizens. Discounts are also available for children under 18 and university students.
Discounts for university students
- This benefit applies to undergraduate students under 25 years of age who are enrolled at the time of their visit.
- Tickets can be purchased by presenting a valid university ID.
- The ISIC student card is no longer valid for purchasing the Machu Picchu ticket .
- The student discount ticket can only be purchased in person in Cusco or through the website of an authorized travel agency.
Discounts for minors
- This benefit applies to children or adolescents between 3 and 17 years old from all countries.
- Tickets must be purchased with a passport or ID document that certifies the minor’s age.
- The entry is accompanied by his/her father, mother, both or a representative .
- This type of ticket can only be purchased in person in Cusco or online.
Children visiting the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu
Since when is it possible to purchase tickets to Machu Picchu?
The official website of the Peruvian Ministry of Culture only allows the purchase of tickets to Machu Picchu during the current year.
The only way to secure a ticket to Machu Picchu for next year is to wait until mid-December, when the official website allows you to purchase tickets.
Often, Machu Picchu tickets are only available for purchase on that date for January. Visitors looking for a ticket for February, March, or subsequent months should wait until mid- or late January.
How far in advance should I purchase a ticket to Machu Picchu?
Tourists wishing to visit Machu Picchu should purchase their tickets in advance, especially if they plan to visit during the peak tourist season (April through October).
| Ticket type | Recommended lead time |
|---|---|
| Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) | 1 month in advance |
| Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | 2 months in advance |
| Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | 1 month in advance |
| Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | 1 month in advance |
| Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A) | 3 months in advance |
| Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | 3 months in advance |
| Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | 3 months in advance |
| Machu Picchu Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | 2 months in advance |
| Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | 1 month in advance |
| Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D) | 1 month in advance |
Other tickets in Machu Picchu
Inca Trail
The 4-day Inca Trail to Machu Picchu is now available to tourists. This trekking route must be purchased online six or seven months in advance. Otherwise, availability will not be available.
Trains to Machu Picchu
2025 train tickets can be purchased starting in 2024. It is recommended to do so in advance through the Peru Rail or Inca Rail websites.
Buses to Machu Picchu
Bus tickets for 2025 are now available. Tickets can be purchased online or in person in Cusco.
Train to Machu Picchu (Aguas Calientes)
Questions and answers about the Machu Picchu 2025 ticket
1) When exactly do Machu Picchu tickets go on sale?
According to the Peruvian Ministry of Culture’s regulations, tickets for next year’s sale will not go on sale until December. The exact date is uncertain, although it is expected to be around the middle of the month.
2) I can’t buy tickets to Machu Picchu! What should I do?
If you can’t buy your ticket, it’s best to go through Boleto Machu Picchu . You can purchase your ticket there for any date. You’ll definitely be able to secure availability.
3) Does the official website not allow you to purchase the Machu Picchu ticket?
The official website opens ticket sales for next year starting mid-December. Purchases cannot be made before then.
4) How do I get a ticket for the first days of January 2025?
If you plan to visit in early January, it’s best to purchase your ticket well in advance. Tickets for the first few days of the year sell out first.
5) When is the best time to visit Machu Picchu?
The dry season (April to October) is the best time to visit Machu Picchu. During these months, the weather is warm and ideal for exploring the Inca city or taking excursions.
6) When does Machu Picchu close?
Machu Picchu will not close any day in 2025. Opening hours are Monday to Sunday from 6 am to 5:30 pm.
7) When should I buy my Huayna Picchu ticket?
This ticket is available in 2025. It’s recommended to purchase your ticket online three or four months in advance. This is the only way to ensure availability.
8) How much does the Machu Picchu 2025 ticket cost?
9) What are the types of entrance to Machu Picchu?
Each ticket allows for a specific tour with fixed schedules and varying levels of physical challenge and views. There are routes that include mountains (such as Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain), others that offer classic views, and others that provide access to additional archaeological sites such as the Inca Bridge or the Temple of the Moon.
10) Which routes are available only during high season?
Most routes are available year-round. However, some are only offered during peak season (June 19 to November 2):
- Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C)
- Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge (Route 1D)
- Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon (Route 3C)
- Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D)
Advice from people who have been there
By: Mikel O.“Machu Picchu Adventure“
“We visited Machu Picchu with some friends and we were enchanted, we did the route to the Temple of the Moon along with incredible landscapes. Totally recommended.“
By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, May 13, 2025