Cusco Street Food
- Duration
- Half Day
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Group
- Private or group
- Language
- ES - EN
- Max altitude
- 3,762 m.s.n.m
About this tour
Explore the culinary magic of Cusco by tasting *anticuchos*, *emoliente*, pisco sours, and *picarones* on a tour filled with flavor, tradition, and local culture.
Discover the authentic flavors of Peru on a culinary tour through the streets of Cusco.
Peru is world-renowned for its gastronomy, and this tour allows you to experience the essence of its street food—traditional flavors, history, and culture in every bite.
Itinerary
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What will we do?
- We will taste *anticuchos*—charcoal-grilled meat skewers.
- We will try a fruity *emoliente*, a traditional drink made from herbs, grains, and fruits.
- We will visit the Pisco Museum, where you will learn to prepare your own Pisco Sour.
- We will wrap things up on a high note at Picaronería Ruinas—an establishment with over 60 years of history—to savor delicious, freshly made sweet potato *picarones*.
Ideal for:
Gastronomy enthusiasts, foodies, cultural travelers, and anyone wishing to explore Cusco through their palate.
Included
- Shared tour guide
- Tastings and traditional drinks
- Meals included
- 3-star hotel
Not included
- Transfers: Vehicle transport for hotel pickup or return after the walking tour concludes.
- Additional expenses: Lunches, full main-course dinners, extra alcoholic beverages, or additional portions.
- Flights and airport transfers: Domestic or international airfare and airport-hotel-airport transfers.
- Insurance: Travel medical, health, or accident insurance.
- Personal expenses: Optional tips for the guide, bartenders, or service staff.
Information and recommendations
- Warm clothing for Cusco nights: Temperatures in Cusco drop significantly after dark. Wear warm, layered clothing, a thermal jacket, and a scarf.
- Comfortable footwear for cobblestone streets: The route involves walking through Cusco’s historic center along steep, cobblestone streets. Wear comfortable sneakers.
- Notify us of dietary or alcohol restrictions: Please let us know in advance if you do not consume red meat or alcohol so we can adjust the tastings or substitute ingredients during the workshop.
- Physical documentation: Bring your original ID card or passport; this is required to verify legal drinking age for the cocktail-making activity.
Frequently asked questions
Do the included tastings amount to a full dinner?
Yes. The combination of charcoal-grilled *anticuchos*, *emoliente* (the drink prepared at the stall), and a serving of *picarones* provides enough food to satisfy one's appetite for dinner.
What alternative do non-drinkers have at the Museo del Pisco?
For minors or non-drinkers, the bartender will adapt the class to prepare an artisanal non-alcoholic drink (mocktail) using local fruits and botanicals.
Does the tour include transportation to and from the hotel?
No. The excursion is a guided walking tour of the historic center. A centrally located meeting point will be designated for the start of the tour.
Where does the activity conclude?
The tour concludes at the traditional Picaronería Ruinas, a centrally located spot just a few blocks from Cusco's Plaza de Armas.
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