Kusicancha

★★★★★ 4.4/5 (4,224 reviews) Very Good

About This Museum

People often wander into Kusicancha looking for a quiet moment away from the bustling Plaza de Armas, but they leave having discovered one of Cusco's foundational stories. This isn't just a museum; it's the very ground where the Qoricancha, the great Inca Temple of the Sun, once extended its sacred reach. You walk through elegant Inca stonework that seamlessly blends into a colonial courtyard, feeling the layers of history under your feet. It’s a profoundly intimate experience that connects you directly to the city's ancient soul.

Collection Highlights

The real stars are the original Inca walls and water channels you can see and even touch, alongside detailed models showing how this site connected to the main temple complex. You'll also find fascinating artifacts from daily Inca life that help paint a picture far beyond just kings and conquests.

Visitor Information

It's tucked away on Maruri Street, easy to miss but so worth finding. Best of all, it's usually free or asks for a small donation, making it a perfect, unplanned stop during a day of exploring.

Architecture & Building

A classic example of Cusco's layered history, featuring magnificent, perfectly fitted Inca stone foundations supporting a beautiful Spanish colonial courtyard and residence built right on top.