Planning to visit Qorikancha during your stay in Cusco? Here are the answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting the Temple of the Sun.
The entrance fee to the Qorikancha Temple is:
Please note that prices may change over time, so it’s always a good idea to confirm before your visit.
Qorikancha is open:
To avoid crowds, consider visiting early in the morning or later in the afternoon.
Tickets are sold directly at the entrance to Qorikancha. No advance reservation is required for individual visitors.
If you’re joining a Cusco City Tour, your guide will usually help you purchase the ticket before entering the site.
Qorikancha is located just 400–500 meters (0.25–0.3 miles) from Plaza de Armas, making it an easy 5 to 10-minute walk along Avenida El Sol.
Its central location makes it one of the easiest archaeological sites to visit while exploring Cusco’s historic center.
No. The entrance to the Qorikancha Temple is not included in the Cusco Tourist Ticket (Boleto Turístico).
However, the Qorikancha Site Museum, located next to the temple, is included in the Comprehensive Cusco Tourist Ticket.
Because the temple and the museum have separate entrances, many visitors choose to visit both on the same day.
