Top Attractions in Ollantaytambo

Ollantaytambo Essentials

Ollantaytambo serves as a living museum where Inca urban planning remains largely intact. This selection covers the Pinkuylluna granaries overlooking the town, the central Plaza de Armas, and the colonial Iglesia de Santiago Apostol. Cultural sites include the Alqa Museo de Arte Popular Andino and the Inca Wasi Casa Museo, which showcase regional history and craftsmanship. The local market and the Plaza Manya Raqui handicraft stalls provide insight into contemporary Andean trade and traditional textiles.

Ollantaytambo Essentials — Map

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Pinkuylluna

Pinkuylluna or Pinkulluna is an archaeological site on a mountain of the same name in Peru located in the Cusco Region, Urubamba Province,…

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Plaza de Armas

The town's central square features colonial architecture built upon original Inca foundations. It serves as a gathering point surrounded by stone-walled streets, reflecting the continuous habitation of the village since the 15th century.

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Plaza Manya Raqui Graft Market

Located at the entrance to the archaeological site, this open-air market features local artisans selling traditional Andean textiles, ceramics, and handmade jewelry.

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Alqa Museo de Arte Popular Andino

This museum showcases a collection of contemporary and traditional Andean folk art, including ceramics, textiles, and sculptures from various regions of the Peruvian highlands.

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Mercado Ollantaytambo

A traditional local market where residents trade fresh produce, meats, and regional staples. It offers insight into daily life and local ingredients used in Sacred Valley cuisine.

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Inca Wasi Casa Museo

A small private museum housed in a traditional residence, displaying Inca artifacts, tools, and household items found within the town's historic core.

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Iglesia de Santiago Apostol

A colonial-era church constructed with stones repurposed from nearby Inca structures. The interior features religious art that blends Spanish and indigenous iconography.