Machu Picchu tickets can be purchased in Cusco (Peru) or online from anywhere in the world. While it is possible to get tickets in the town of Aguas Calientes (Machupicchu Town) a few days before your visit, you will only be able to choose from the remaining tickets. There might not even be any tickets left. That’s why it’s recommended to buy them online in advance.

• Where to buy the Machu Picchu ticket in Cusco?
  • Sales locations in the city of Cusco
  • In the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town)
  • In the city of Lima
• Where to buy the ticket online?
  • The official ticket sales website
  • Authorized travel agencies
• Where to get train, bus, and other service tickets in Machu Picchu?
  • Train tickets to Machu Picchu
  • Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes
• Why book the Huayna Picchu ticket online?
• Why buy tickets in advance during high tourist season?
• Frequently Asked Questions

The citadel of Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu tickets
Currently, there are 10 types of tickets for Machu Picchu: Machu Picchu Mountain Route (1A), Upper Terrace or Classic Photo Route (1B), Inti Punku Gateway Route (1C), Inca Bridge Route (1D), Designed Classic Route (2A), Classic Lower Terrace Route (2B), Huayna Picchu Mountain Route (3A), Designed Royalty or Lower Temples Route (3B), Great Cave or Temple of the Moon Route (3C), and Huayna Picchu Route (3D). All tickets can be purchased online or in person in the town of Aguas Calientes. The first option is highly recommended since availability is very limited.

Where to buy the Machu Picchu ticket in Cusco, Peru?

• Cusco is a region of Peru where Machu Picchu is located. There, you can buy tickets in person to the ‘Lost City of the Incas’.
• Most sales points are in the capital, the city of Cusco. However, it’s also possible to do so in Aguas Calientes, the town located at the foot of Machu Picchu. In this town, there are a thousand tickets available per day.
• In Cusco, it is very unlikely you will find ticket availability if you go just a few days before your visit. If you go a month in advance, you’ll likely find available tickets.

These are the places where you can buy Machu Picchu tickets in Cusco:

• At the Decentralized Directorate of Culture Cusco (Ministry of Culture): Casa Garcilaso – Calle Garcilaso s/n Cusco – Peru; two blocks from Cusco’s Main Square.
• At the Decentralized Directorate of Culture Cusco (Ministry of Culture): Calle Maruri 324, Cusco.

In the town of Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town)

• Aguas Calientes is also known as Machu Picchu Town because of its proximity to the ‘Inca Citadel’. There, you can also buy your entrance ticket.
• There are 1000 tickets available daily. If you couldn’t get a ticket online, we recommend arriving in Aguas Calientes in advance to secure one of these limited spots.
• Tickets are sold in the town of Aguas Calientes, just a few steps from the main square. Tickets are not sold at the entrance gate of Machu Picchu.

This is where to buy the Machu Picchu ticket in Aguas Calientes:

• At the office of the Ministry of Culture of Peru: Av. Pachacutec s/n, a few steps from the Main Square of Aguas Calientes – Cusco, Peru.

In the city of Lima

• Lima is the capital of Peru and an obligatory destination to reach Cusco. Unfortunately, Machu Picchu tickets are not sold in person in Lima.
• In this vast city, you can purchase train tickets to Machu Picchu. It’s also possible to book tours to Cusco from there.

Where to buy the ticket online?

• The internet is the best option to buy the Machu Picchu ticket, mainly because you can get tickets from anywhere in the world and secure your entry in advance.
• For example, tickets that include the Huayna Picchu mountain or the classic circuit must be reserved three months in advance. Therefore, online purchase is the ideal way to get this ticket.

The official ticket sales website

• The website of the Decentralized Directorate of Culture of Cusco is the official site for online Machu Picchu ticket sales.
• The official website offers all types of Machu Picchu tickets, although availability depends on the season of your visit. During high season (June 19 – November 2), all routes are available, while in the regular season (November 3 – June 18), only six will be enabled.

This is the official website for purchasing Machu Picchu tickets online:

• https://tuboleto.cultura.pe/llaqta_machupicchu

Authorized travel agencies

• Travel agencies are the other option for purchasing the Machu Picchu ticket online. They must be authorized by the Ministry of Culture of Peru to provide this service.
• Boletomachupicchu is the best option to buy tickets to the Wonder of the World. You will also find discounts (for students, minors under 18, and citizens of the Andean Community of Nations) as well as tours for a more complete adventure.

Full Day Tour to Machu Picchu
Booking the full-day service to Machu Picchu allows you to enjoy an unforgettable experience at the Wonder of the World with everything included — from hotel pickup, vehicle to Ollantaytambo, train to Aguas Calientes, bus to Machu Picchu, entrance to the Inca citadel, guided tour service, and return transportation. You can also include lunch, so you won’t have to worry about anything and can simply enjoy the experience.

Where to get train, bus, and other service tickets in Machu Picchu?

• Train tickets are as important as Machu Picchu entrance tickets. The train route from Ollantaytambo is the fastest and most comfortable way to reach the ‘Inca Citadel’.
• It is also important to book bus tickets, tours, and other services in advance — especially during the high tourist season, which runs from May to August.

Train tickets to Machu Picchu

• Trains depart from the city of Cusco or from Ollantaytambo. All routes connect to Aguas Calientes, the town at the foot of Machu Picchu. These tickets can also be purchased online or in person.
• Tickets can be purchased just a few weeks in advance, which will help you secure your preferred schedule, seats, and service. These are the places where you can buy train tickets to Machu Picchu:

Inca Rail:

• Main Square of Cusco: Calle Portal de Panes 105.
• Ollantaytambo Train Station: Av. Ferrocarril s/n.
• Aguas Calientes Train Station: Las Orquídeas neighborhood s/n.

Peru Rail:

• Larcomar Shopping Center, Lima: Av. Malecón de la Reserva 610, Stand 214.
• Cusco Airport: Av. Velasco Astete s/n, Wanchaq.
• Main Square of Cusco: Portal de Carnes 214.
• Plaza Regocijo, Cusco: Plaza Regocijo 202.
• Av. El Sol Store, Cusco: Av. El Sol 409.
• Wanchaq Station: Av. Pachacuteq s/n, Wanchaq, Cusco.
• Poroy Station: Calle Roldan s/n, Poroy District, Cusco.
• Urubamba Station: Av. Ferrocarril s/n, Urubamba, Cusco.
• Ollantaytambo Station: Av. Ferrocarril s/n, Ollantaytambo, Cusco.
• Aguas Calientes Station: Las Orquídeas neighborhood s/n, Machu Picchu Town.

Bus tickets from Aguas Calientes

• Buses transport tourists from the town of Aguas Calientes to the entrance of Machu Picchu. Tickets can be purchased online or in person.
• Train tickets must be purchased online to ensure availability. Bus tickets, on the other hand, can be purchased in Aguas Calientes on the same day of your visit to Machu Picchu, since they don’t have fixed schedules — you only have to wait for one of the buses that depart every 20 minutes.

These are the places where you can buy bus tickets to Machu Picchu:

• Av. Infancia 433 – Wanchaq, Cusco.
• Av. Hermanos Ayar s/n – Aguas Calientes, Cusco.

Why book the Huayna Picchu ticket online?

• The Huayna Picchu mountain route ticket (3A) offers one of the most incredible experiences you can have in your life.
• Only 350 people can enjoy this experience each day. Due to the high demand for tickets, it’s necessary to purchase them online 2 or 3 months in advance.
• The rest of the tickets, except for the classic circuit, can be purchased just one month in advance.

Why buy tickets in advance during the high tourist season?

• The high tourist season is the time of year with the greatest number of visitors in Cusco and Machu Picchu.
• If you visit Machu Picchu during high season, forget the idea of getting tickets in Cusco.
• Between May and August is the high season, and regardless of the type of ticket, you must book in advance.
• Train tickets also sell out weeks in advance. You should not buy your train tickets without having first reserved your Machu Picchu entrance tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1) Where can I buy my ticket to Machu Picchu?

  You can buy it in Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) or online from anywhere in the world. We recommend purchasing it online in advance, as tickets sell out quickly, especially during the high season.

• 2) Can I buy my ticket in the city of Cusco?

  Yes, in Cusco there are two official offices of the Ministry of Culture where you can purchase your ticket: at Casa Garcilaso (Calle Garcilaso s/n) and at Calle Maruri 324, both very close to the Main Square. It’s important to go weeks in advance, as tickets sell out quickly.

• 3) And if I’m already in Aguas Calientes, can I buy the ticket there?

  Yes, but you should do it in advance. In Aguas Calientes (or Machupicchu Town), approximately 1,000 tickets are sold daily at the Ministry of Culture office, located on Av. Pachacutec s/n, near the Main Square. However, availability is not always guaranteed, so it’s best to arrive early.

• 4) Is it possible to buy tickets in Lima?

  No, tickets for entry to Machu Picchu are not sold in Lima. However, you can buy train tickets there or book tours to Cusco that already include the entrance.

• 5) How far in advance should I buy my ticket?

  Ideally, you should book it at least one month in advance, and if you’re traveling between May and August (high season), two or three months in advance. Some routes, such as Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain, tend to sell out much earlier.

• 6) What types of tickets are available for Machu Picchu?

  There are several types of tickets that include different circuits and routes, such as Machu Picchu Mountain, Huayna Picchu, or Huchuy Picchu. Each offers a unique experience and has limited spots per day.

• 7) What is the high season like at Machu Picchu?

  Between May and August there is a greater influx of tourists, which is why this period is called the high season. During those months, both Machu Picchu tickets and train tickets sell out quickly. That’s why we always recommend booking as far in advance as possible.

• 8) Where can I buy train tickets to Machu Picchu?

  You can do it online or at the train stations in Cusco. There are several companies, so purchasing in advance will allow you to choose the service and schedule you prefer.

• 9) Where can I buy bus tickets from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu?

  They can easily be purchased in Aguas Calientes, or even online. Buses depart every 20 minutes without a fixed schedule, so you can buy them on the same day of your visit.

• 10) Can I buy all my tickets (train, bus, and entrance) together?

  Yes, if you book through Boletomachupicchu. This way, you ensure everything is organized: transportation, guidance, and entrance. It’s an excellent option if you want to avoid inconveniences and enjoy a worry-free experience.

Advice from people who have been there

Machu Picchu

By: Oxana G

“Spectacular!!!“

“It’s one of those trips you have to take at least once in your lifetime; it’s a magical place, and it’s easy to feel how those people lived in that stone city more than 500 years ago. But the best part is seeing the incredible place they chose for it. Yet even better than being in the Lost City of the Incas is seeing it from Huayna Picchu Mountain. An otherworldly experience.“

By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, October 27, 2025