To purchase tickets to Machu Picchu, the most common option is to do so through the websites of the Ministry of Culture or authorized travel agencies, where reservations can be made months in advance. However, there is also the possibility of buying them in person in Cusco or in the town of Aguas Calientes. Each day, 4,600 tickets are made available, although during high season this number increases to 5,600. If you are looking to buy them in person, discover the available points of sale.

• Machu Picchu ticket sales online
• Machu Picchu ticket sales points in Cusco
• 10 Machu Picchu tickets and their availability
• Buy online or in person?
• Recommendations to get your Machu Picchu ticket
• Questions and answers: Machu Picchu ticket sales points in Cusco

Cusco main square

Machu Picchu train ticket sales
To reach the Inca citadel, there are three ways: the classic train journey, the alternative route via Hidroeléctrica, or the famous 4-day Inca Trail. The fastest, safest, and most popular option is the train journey from the town of Ollantaytambo. To do so, tickets must be purchased from one of the only two train companies: PeruRail and Inca Rail. In both cases, purchases can be made through their websites or in person at the many sales points they have in Lima, Cusco, or Aguas Calientes. The most visited points by travelers are located at Lima’s international airport, Cusco’s airport, Cusco’s main square, as well as at each of the stations such as San Pedro, Wanchaq, Poroy, and Ollantaytambo. It is recommended to purchase tickets at least one month in advance, so you can secure your preferred service at the most convenient time.

Machu Picchu ticket sales online

• Buying Machu Picchu tickets online is the most recommended option, as it allows you to obtain tickets from anywhere in the world and with enough time to choose your preferred schedule.
• It is recommended to make the reservation at least one month in advance, although if you want one of the most popular tickets (such as the classic circuit), it should be done up to three months in advance.
• Machu Picchu ticket sales are carried out through the official website of the Ministry of Culture or with Boletomachupicchu, which offers continuous assistance for a safer purchase, as well as tourist packages that enhance your experience.
• Machu Picchu has 10 types of tickets that follow a specific route, and each one has different schedules, prices, and availability.
• Purchasing tickets online is safe. You only need to provide the following information: full name, email address, date of birth, nationality, and ID or passport number.
• The purchase of a Machu Picchu entrance ticket requires a credit or debit card. The ticket is sent to the visitor via their email inbox (or spam folder).
• To enter the sanctuary, the visitor must present the ticket along with the ID or passport used during the purchase.

Tourist enjoying the view of Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu ticket sales points in Cusco

• Buying Machu Picchu tickets in person in the city of Cusco is possible, as long as tickets are available.
• During the regular season (November 3 to June 18), there are 4,500 entry tickets available.
• During the high season (June 19 to November 2), there are 5,600 tickets available.
• It is most likely that you will not find tickets available in Cusco unless you try to purchase them at least one month in advance, similar to the online option.
• Even so, the Ministry of Culture of Peru has enabled two offices for in-person ticket purchases in Cusco.
• Additionally, in Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu town), 1,000 tickets are made available daily for in-person purchase.
• This alternative is considered the last option if you cannot reserve tickets online.
• It is recommended to travel one day before your visit to Aguas Calientes to try to secure one of these limited tickets.

• The offices in Cusco are:

  • 324 Maruri Street (office of the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco).
  • Garcilaso Street s/n (office of the Ministry of Culture of Peru).
• The office in Aguas Calientes is located at:

  • Pachacutec Avenue s/n, just a few steps from the Main Square of the town of Aguas Calientes (office of the Ministry of Culture of Peru).

Authorized Machu Picchu ticket sales points

The prior trip to the town of Aguas Calientes
To access one of the 1,000 daily tickets available for in-person purchase in Aguas Calientes, it is necessary to arrive in the town at least one day before the date you wish to visit Machu Picchu. Likewise, if your entrance ticket is for the early morning hours, it is recommended to travel to Aguas Calientes one day in advance to enjoy a more relaxed and trouble-free experience.

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10 Machu Picchu tickets and their availability

At the time of purchasing a Machu Picchu ticket either in person in Cusco or online, you must choose from one of the ten available tickets:

• Machu Picchu Mountain Ticket (route 1A)
  • Includes the panoramic circuit, which covers the upper part of the citadel.
  • The main attraction is the hiking route to Machu Picchu Mountain.
  • 300 tickets available online per day.
  • 50 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Upper Terrace Classic Photo (route 1B)
  • Follows the panoramic circuit in the upper part of Machu Picchu.
  • 850 tickets available online per day.
  • 100 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Inti Punku Gate Ticket (route 1C)
  • Includes the panoramic circuit, covering the upper part of the site.
  • The main attraction is the hike to the Inti Punku gate.
  • 130 tickets available online per day.
  • Available only during high season (June 19 to November 2).
• Inca Bridge Ticket (route 1D)
  • Part of the panoramic circuit in the upper section.
  • The main attraction is the hiking route to the Inca Bridge.
  • 80 tickets available online per day.
  • Available only during high season (June 19 to November 2).
• Classic Designed Ticket (route 2A)
  • Includes the classic circuit, covering the main structures of the citadel.
  • 800 tickets available online per day (1,000 during high season).
  • 600 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Classic Lower Terrace Ticket (route 2B)
  • Follows the classic circuit, covering the main structures of the sanctuary.
  • 400 tickets available online per day (700 during high season).
  • 100 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Huayna Picchu Mountain Ticket (route 3A)
  • Includes the royalty circuit, covering the lower sector of the citadel.
  • The main highlight is the hiking route to Huayna Picchu Mountain.
  • 350 tickets available online per day.
  • 50 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Royalty Designed Lower Temples Ticket (route 3B)
  • Covers the royalty circuit in the lower sector of Machu Picchu.
  • 800 tickets available online per day (1,100 during high season).
  • 100 tickets available in Aguas Calientes per day.
  • Available all year round.
• Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern Ticket (route 3C)
  • Includes the royalty circuit covering the lower area of the sanctuary.
  • The main attraction is the hike to the Temple of the Moon.
  • 50 tickets available online per day.
  • Available only during high season (June 19 to November 2).
• Huchuy Picchu Mountain Ticket (route 3D)
  • Follows the royalty circuit covering the lower part of the citadel.
  • The main attraction is the hiking adventure to Huchuy Picchu Mountain.
  • 40 tickets available online per day.
  • Available only during high season (June 19 to November 2).

Couple of tourists in Machu Picchu

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Buy online or in person?

Learn about some differences and similarities regarding purchasing Machu Picchu tickets:

Machu Picchu ticket purchase	Online purchase	In-person purchase
Where to make the purchase?	From anywhere in the world by accessing the official website.	At the three authorized offices in Cusco (two in the city and one in Aguas Calientes).
How much does the ticket cost?	The ticket price is the same.	The ticket price is the same.
Ticket availability	4,500 tickets available for online purchase.	According to remaining availability (1,000 tickets available for in-person purchase in Aguas Calientes).
How far in advance should you purchase?	At least one month in advance, although if you want one of the most popular ones, you should do it 3 months ahead.	In Aguas Calientes, it is necessary to purchase them one day before your visit.
What document is required for the purchase?	With a digital photo of your ID or passport.	With the physical ID or passport.
Advantages	You can purchase the ticket from the comfort of your home and with enough time to secure your preferred route and schedule.	Recommended option if you do not have a ticket; you may be able to get one a day before.
Disadvantages	Requires booking well in advance.	Limited ticket availability and the possibility of not getting one.

*CAN (Andean Community of Nations: Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia)

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Recommendations to get your Machu Picchu ticket

• Purchasing your Machu Picchu ticket online is the safest option. However, if you do not have a ticket, you can choose to travel one day in advance to the town of Aguas Calientes to try to obtain one of the 1,000 daily tickets available for in-person purchase.
• During the high ticket season in Machu Picchu (June 19 to November 2), remember to reserve your ticket online 2 to 3 months in advance, and if you want to buy it in person, travel to Aguas Calientes early the day before.
• If you arrive early in Aguas Calientes, you will be able to choose your preferred ticket, circuit, and schedule. If you arrive late, you will have to choose from a limited number of available tickets and remaining time slots.
• Machu Picchu is open every day of the year, from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• During the regular ticket season (November 3 to June 18), there are only 6 ticket types available, while in the high season (June 19 to November 2), you will find 10 available options.
• Machu Picchu tickets offer discounts for minors, students, and citizens of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia. Additionally, children under 3 years old do not pay an entrance fee.
• Remember that you can reserve your ideal ticket with Boletomachupicchu, where you will also find tourist packages and tours to make your trip to this wonder of the world unforgettable.

Traveler in Machu Picchu

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Questions and answers: Machu Picchu ticket sales points in Cusco

• 1) Can I buy a Machu Picchu ticket in Cusco?

  Yes, but it will require making the purchase well in advance, just like the online option.

• 2) Where are the offices to buy Machu Picchu tickets in person in Cusco?

  The offices in Cusco are located at 324 Maruri Street (office of the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco) and Garcilaso Street s/n (office of the Ministry of Culture of Peru).

• 3) Can I purchase a Machu Picchu ticket in the city of Lima?

  No, there is no office in the city of Lima.

• 4) Where are tickets available in Cusco?

  In Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu town), 1,000 tickets are made available daily for in-person purchase. It is the last option for those who were unable to reserve a ticket to the Inca citadel.

• 5) Are the prices for in-person Machu Picchu ticket purchases the same as online prices?

  Yes, the prices are the same, both online and for in-person purchases in Cusco.

• 6) Can I access Machu Picchu ticket discounts if I purchase in person in Cusco?

  Yes, the prices and discounts are the same both online and for in-person purchases in Cusco.

• 7) How much does a Machu Picchu ticket cost if I purchase it in person in Cusco?

  The Classic Machu Picchu ticket for foreign adults costs 152 Peruvian soles (both online and in-person).

• 8) How far in advance should I purchase a Machu Picchu ticket in person to find availability?

  In-person purchases in the town of Aguas Calientes must be made one day before or early on the same day of arrival in the town.

• 9) Where is the office to buy Machu Picchu tickets in person in the town of Aguas Calientes?

  The Aguas Calientes office is located on Pachacutec Avenue s/n, just a few steps from the Main Square of the town (office of the Ministry of Culture of Peru).

• 10) Where can I purchase Machu Picchu tickets online?

  On the website of the Ministry of Culture of Peru or through the Ticketmachupicchu website.

Advice from people who have been there

Machu Picchu

By: Raquel G.

“Machu Picchu, a place that makes you want to return“

“I was very impressed by the history, the tourist sites, the food, and everything about Cusco, but of course I was amazed by Machu Picchu, a place that truly makes you want to come back.“




 

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, April 11, 2026

 


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