What to do and see in Aguas Calientes, Cusco Region: The Best Things to do

May 2, 2022 Tambra Mccollister

Discover the best top things to do in Aguas Calientes, Peru including Rocas Sagradas, Mandor, Putucusi Mountain, Mariposario de Machupicchu, Cascadas Allcamayo, Museo de Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon, Plaza Manco Capac, Iglesia Virgen Del Carmen, Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes), Mercado de Artesanias.
Restaurants in Aguas Calientes

1. Rocas Sagradas

pasaje Ayar uchu nro.100 Costado Hotel Tierra Viva, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu 08691 Peru +51 973 184 063 [email protected]
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Rocas Sagradas

contamos con 2 Rocas Sagradas que fueron adoradas por los antepasados de Machupicchu. ambas rocas se encontraron a orillas del río Aguas Calientes y en la actualidad se exhiben en el Restaurante Ambassador House o Restaurant Las Rocas Sagradas de Machupicchu, el propietario Moisés Bendezú es el encargado de explicar las diferentes experiencias mágicas experimentadas con las Rocas Sagradas

2. Mandor

Mandor Valley - Machupicchu Km. 114. 3, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru +51 940 188 155 [email protected] http://www.jardinesdemandor.com
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4.5 based on 517 reviews

Mandor

Mandor is a family initiative for enviromental protection located 4Km from Machu Picchu village (Aguas Calientes). This property offer well maintained trails where you can walk into biodiverse gardens enjoying, learning and at the same time contributing to the restoration and preservation of the habitat of hundreds of species of flora and fauna. The waterfall at the end of the trail is really powerful and refreshing. Mandor Valley is the best place for outdoor activities and the birdwatching hotspot near Machu Picchu. The property also offers cabins and campsite where you can stay and enjoy the most of this quiet location.

Reviewed By Alicehelena1208

This is an interesting walk to get to from town, following the train line. The actual site is beautiful with a wide range of plants and birds/butterflies all around. The waterfalls are well worth the hike to see.

3. Putucusi Mountain

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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4.5 based on 256 reviews

Putucusi Mountain

Reviewed By russypooh - Long Beach, United States

Putucusi “Happy Mountain” is one of the hidden mountains that surrounds Machu Picchu because very few people have visited. The roads are steep, however once at the top you can appreciate all the beauty of the landscape and a viewmthat not many people have been able to photograph.

4. Mariposario de Machupicchu

Avenida Hermanos Ayar On the Way to the Museum and the Bridge to Climb to Machu Picchu, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru +51 977 543 974 http://www.mariposasdemachupicchu.com/
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4.5 based on 348 reviews

Mariposario de Machupicchu

Reviewed By Supersue27 - Montross, United States

Highly recommend this conservatory. This donation only facility is trying to reintroduce butterflies that have been depleted mostly due to pollution and is in beautiful setting along the serene river. The amenities include interpretation, a small snack and gift shop and bathrooms. You can grab a snack among the birds, butterflies, mountains and river.

5. Cascadas Allcamayo

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Cascadas Allcamayo

Reviewed By 738marisz - Sigulda, Latvia

There are practically no directions to the waterfall. You need to find it by map. Some guy in the jungle asked 10 soles. I didn't really understand why it could be for entrance I assume. A step through the jungle on a hot day is daunting, but worth it. Waterfalls waters is crystal clear and clean. Probably the cleanest water I've ever seen in my life. Definitely worth a visit. Besides, I was the only tourist and did not meet anyone during the climb.

6. Museo de Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon

Km. 112 railroad Puente Ruinas By Puente Ruinas at the base of the footpath to the Machu Picchu Citadel, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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4.0 based on 225 reviews

Museo de Sitio Manuel Chavez Ballon

Reviewed By 738marisz - Sigulda, Latvia

A great place to find answers to various questions about Inca culture religion and social life. Its a little bit to walk from Aquas Calientes.

7. Plaza Manco Capac

Plaza Manco Capac Praca, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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4.0 based on 810 reviews

Plaza Manco Capac

Reviewed By GrahamP113 - Witham, United Kingdom

Really interesting town that is really buzzing. This part of the town typifies surrounded by restaurants and helps soak up the atmosphere

8. Iglesia Virgen Del Carmen

Plaza Manco Ccapac S/N, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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4.0 based on 84 reviews

Iglesia Virgen Del Carmen

9. Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes)

Signposted from main square, Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru http://www.enjoy-machu-picchu.org/es/informacion/aguas-calientes.php
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3.5 based on 1,689 reviews

Hot Springs (Aguas Calientes)

Reviewed By 580miguelw - Erlangen, Germany

This small town, middle on the Mountanis / Rain Forest, is almost impossible to reach by car (only by train or walking, because of its difficult acces). It has grown really fast, because of the amount of tourism going to Macchu Picchu, however, it is a nice place to stay. Hot Springs, Craft brewerys (local made beers), and its outdoor posibilities, such: Inka Trek, Salkantay Trek, Andean Train, Choquequirao Trek, Macchu Picchu, Huayna Picchu, Shopping hand-made Market. A jungle remote town with international flair, recommended not only to stay on the way to Macchu Picchu.

10. Mercado de Artesanias

Aguas Calientes, Machu Picchu Peru
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3.5 based on 343 reviews

Mercado de Artesanias

Reviewed By Jeck3353 - Denver, United States

Writing this just to warn folks what we saw. This is a great place to get some souvenirs at good prices with a little bargaining. More expensive than what you might be able to get in Cusco but you can barter your way to the same price. Anyways, here is the warning. If you are interested in buying a shirt, tapestry, or anything else, make sure you are buying from the top of the pile! Anything on the bottom of the pile is at risk of being peed on by the resident perros. We witnessed one going around making sure everyone knew his territory and no shop keeper saw what was going on. It was gross and hilarious.

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