Machu Picchu is visited by thousands of tourists worldwide. However, the lack of information about ticket acquisition often makes it difficult to safely reserve the ticket in question. Likewise, these reservations can only be accessed if they are made with the necessary advance notice. That is why, in this blog, we want to give you all the information about the entrance tickets to Machu Picchu, the seasons to make the reservation and also how to acquire them.

• What are the entrance fees to Machu Picchu?
• When to book tickets to Machu Picchu?
• Check-in times
• Availability of tickets to Machu Picchu
• What do Machu Picchu tickets include?
• More information about Machu Picchu entrance tickets
• Other frequently asked questions about tickets

These are the things you should know about Machu Picchu tickets

What are the entrance fees to Machu Picchu?

There are 10 entrances to Machu Picchu in total. Below is a list of all the tickets:

• Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) – This ticket not only passes through the upper platform but also grants access to the Mountain Route. You can also get a postcard photo of Machu Picchu and beautiful panoramic views.
• Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) – This ticket allows access to the upper platform. It’s also ideal for capturing a picture-postcard photo of Machu Picchu, allowing for a simple and contemplative tour.
• Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) – Reach the upper platform of Machu Picchu. From here, follow the route to Inti Punku, see other Inca structures, and enjoy beautiful views of the Inca citadel.
• Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge (Route 1D) – Enter the upper platform, where you can take a postcard photo of Machu Picchu and also see the Inca Bridge. Along the route, you’ll see Machu Picchu from a different angle.
• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A) – Follow the classic route to Machu Picchu, see the citadel’s main temples, and also explore other buildings up close. This is one of the most popular tours.
• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) – Enter the Inca citadel, but first follow the path near the upper terrace. Get a postcard-perfect photo of Machu Picchu. Then follow the classic Machu Picchu circuit.
• Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) – Get to know the lower part of Machu Picchu and continue an ascending route to Huayna Picchu where you will find Inca buildings.
• Machu Picchu Temples, Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) – Explore the lower part of Machu Picchu, passing through the agricultural zone. The tour will take you to some of the lower temples of the Inca citadel.
• Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cave (Route 3C) – Reach the lower reaches of Machu Picchu and Mount Huayna. There, discover the Temple of the Moon and other Inca structures.
• Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D) – Short hike to the smallest mountain with traces of Inca buildings. You’ll also be able to explore the lower reaches of Machu Picchu.

Observing the constructions of the Inca Citadel

When to book tickets to Machu Picchu?

• Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A) – It’s recommended to book 1 or 2 months in advance. It’s not very popular during the mid-season.
• Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) – It is recommended to book 2 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) – It is recommended to book 1 or 2 months in advance.
• Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge (Route 1D) – It is recommended to book 1 or 2 months in advance.
• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A) – It is recommended to book 2 or 3 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) – It is recommended to book 2 or 3 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) – It is recommended to book 2 or 3 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu Temples, Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) – It is recommended to book 2 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cave (Route 3C) – It is recommended to book 2 or 3 months in advance due to high demand.
• Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D) – You can make your reservation 1 to 2 weeks in advance.

Classic photo of Machu Picchu

Check-in times

Availability of tickets to Machu Picchu

• Machu Picchu + Mountain (Route 1A)

  • It has a total of 300 admission tickets for the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 300 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu Classic Photo or Upper Terrace (Route 1B)

  • It has a total of 350 admission tickets in the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 400 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C)

  • Tickets can only be found during peak season.
  • Other dates may be available subject to availability from the Ministry of Culture.
  • During the High Season it has 180 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu + Inca Bridge (Route 1D)

  • Tickets can only be found during peak season.
  • Other dates may be available subject to availability from the Ministry of Culture.
  • During the High Season it has 80 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Classic Designed (Route 2A)

  • It has a total of 950 admission tickets for the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 1200 admission tickets.

• Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B)

  • It has a total of 950 admission tickets for the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 1200 admission tickets.

• Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A)

  • It has a total of 350 admission tickets in the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 350 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu Temples, Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B)

  • It has a total of 600 admission tickets for the Regular Season.
  • During the High Season it has 650 admission tickets.

• Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon or Great Cave (Route 3C)

  • Tickets can only be found during peak season.
  • Other dates may be available subject to availability from the Ministry of Culture.
  • During the High Season it has 200 entrance tickets.

• Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (Route 3D)

  • Tickets can only be found during peak season.
  • Other dates may be available subject to availability from the Ministry of Culture.
  • During the High Season there are 50 entrance tickets.

Machu Picchu Circuits

What do Machu Picchu tickets include?

• All Machu Picchu tickets do not include anything other than the routes or circuits that we saw at the beginning of this tour.
• Train tickets not included.
• Tickets on the ecological buses to get to Machu Picchu are not included.
• Guided tour of Machu Picchu is not included.

Regarding the entrance tickets for the Inca Trail
The ticket to do the Inca Trail in any of its variations can be purchased online. These tickets are usually in high demand and sell out even a month in advance. The 4-day Inca Trail is the most requested and the one with the highest demand. If you are looking to reserve this ticket, we recommend making the reservation 3 or 4 months in advance. In the case of the 2-day Inca Trail, the reservation can be made weeks in advance.

More information about Machu Picchu entrance tickets

• It is recommended to take into account the time in advance to make reservations to enter Machu Picchu.
• Entry is only valid within the time or period of time permitted.
• If time runs out or time passes, you will not be entitled to any claims.
• Admission tickets are for the exclusive use of their holders, according to the registered name.
• Tickets that include long walks are not permitted for minors.
• In the case of older adults, it is recommended to consult a doctor to request an opinion regarding their health status.
• Reservations can also be made virtually or in person.
• The most recommended way to make a reservation is online.
• You can also hire a travel agency to have all the arrangements ready for the trip.

Guide to the Inca citadel Machu Picchu

Other frequently asked questions about tickets

• 1) What is the most in-demand entry?

  The most popular tickets in both seasons are those belonging to Circuit 2: We are talking about the tickets:

  • Machu Picchu Classic Circuit.
  • Machu Picchu Classic Circuit (lower terrace).

• 2) Can I book all year round?

  Yes, reservations can even be made several months in advance. In some cases, reservations can also be made from one year to the next. For this, availability for both seasons must be taken into account.

• 3) Why are reservations for the first days of January complicated?

  This is mainly due to the opening of a new fiscal year and also the closing. Delays occur to prioritize a proper start of the ticket sales. It will be important to pay attention to the announcements from the Ministry of Culture if you plan to travel during this season.

• 4) Can I make reservations in person?

  Of course, reservations can be made in person both in Cusco and in Machu Picchu Pueblo. However, in most cases you have to wait in long lines. The offices are:

  • At the Disorganized Directorate of Culture in Cusco (Ministry of Culture): Casa Garcilaso – Calle Garcilaso s/n Cusco – Peru.
  • Ministry of Culture of Peru: Av. Pachacútec s/n.

• 5) Can everyone enter Machu Picchu?

  Yes, there is no general restriction on the purchase of entrance tickets. Some of them do have restrictions for minors, such as hiking trails, but most are free access and entry.

• 6) How many tickets are there to visit Machu Picchu?

  There are currently 10 official entrance fees for Machu Picchu, each designed to offer a distinct experience. Some allow access to panoramic viewpoints, others to mountains like Huayna Picchu, or to exclusive archaeological sites like the Temple of the Moon.

• 7) Which ticket allows me to take the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu?

  The tickets that offer the iconic view of Machu Picchu from the top are:

  • Route 1A (Machu Picchu + Mountain).
  • Route 1B (Classic Photo or Upper Terrace).
  • Route 1C (Inti Punku).
  • Route 1D (Inka Bridge).

• 8) What entrance fee is included for climbing Huayna Picchu?

  The Route 3A (Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain) ticket allows you to ascend this iconic mountain, offering unique views of Machu Picchu. It also includes admission to a lower section of the Inca citadel.

• 9) What are the entry times to Machu Picchu?

  Entrance times are split between 6:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., depending on the route chosen. Some routes have limited access at specific times.

• 10) How many tickets are available for each type of ticket?

  The number of tickets varies depending on the season:

  • Popular routes like the classic circuit offer up to 1,200 tickets per day during peak season.
  • Special routes such as the Temple of the Moon or Huchuy Picchu have limited capacity, between 50 and 200 tickets per day.

Advice from people who have been there

Machu Picchu

By: Marlene F.

“Wonderful place“

“Machu Picchu is magical and imposing; I hired a package that included transportation, entrance fees to machu picchu, and one night in aguas calientes (machu picchu pueblo), otherwise you can have problems. I went 2 days in a row to Machu Picchu and it was totally worth it. I recommend the Huayna Picchu entrance, if you can book months in advance. I made many new friends from all over the world and became convinced that Machu Picchu is a unique and unrepeatable experience, and with the right organization, it can be intimate and very personal.“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, May 6, 2025