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Evening

Golden Light and Cuzco Nights

Catch the last warm light on the ancient Inca walls, then settle in for a classic Andean dinner and a nightcap.

Best time: 17:41About 210 min

Timeline

  1. 16:11

    Mercado San Pedro

    Pick up snacks and cold drinks at the market before the sun sets.

  2. 16:56

    Qoricancha

    Walk to the Qoricancha. The low sun hits the curved Inca stone walls beautifully, highlighting the contrast between the ancient foundation and the church above.

  3. 18:11

    Restaurant Inkazuela

    Head to Restaurant Inkazuela for dinner. The fireplace and friendly service make it a cozy spot to enjoy local stews as it gets dark.

  4. 19:11

    Paddy's Irish Pub

    End the night at Paddy's Irish Pub. It is a cozy upstairs spot with a great atmosphere for travelers.

Local tip

Restaurant Inkazuela has a romantic atmosphere with a fireplace. Arrive early if you want a seat by the fire, as it gets busy.

Check before you go

  • Mercado San Pedro closes at 18:00 on weekdays and 16:00 on Sundays. Plan your market visit to arrive before closing.
  • Restaurant Inkazuela is open daily from 12:00 to 22:00.
  • Paddy's Irish Pub is open from 10:00 to 01:00 daily.

Worth knowing

  • Mercado San Pedro is open at 16:11 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cuzco (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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