Machu Picchu Ticket: Entry Schedules

Entry times to Machu Picchu are crucial when visiting the Inca city, as the schedules vary according to the ticket purchased. Upon entering the Machu Picchu citadel, each traveler must present their entry ticket, which is the official document issued by the INC.

The National Institute of Culture (INC) is responsible for managing this world wonder, issuing the tickets for Machu Picchu and setting the daily visitor limit allowed on the site.

Due to the large number of visitors flocking to Machu Picchu, especially in the morning, long queues formed, affecting the traveler's experience.

In 2018, the Peruvian Government, through the INC, opted to adjust the entry times and limit the maximum number of visitors per shift. This modification effectively contributed to preserving this world wonder for future generations.

Types of entry tickets to Machu Picchu

There are 10 types of entry tickets to Machu Picchu that travelers can purchase:

• Entry Ticket Circuit 1, Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain
• Entry Ticket Circuit 1, Route 1-B: Upper Terrace
• Entry Ticket Circuit 1, Route 1-C: Intipunku Gate
• Entry Ticket Circuit 1, Route 1-D: Inka Bridge
• Entry Ticket Circuit 2, Route 2-A: Classic Designed
• Entry Ticket Circuit 2, Route 2-B: Lower Terrace
• Entry Ticket Circuit 3, Route 3-A: Wayna Picchu Mountain
• Entry Ticket Circuit 3, Route 3-B: Royalty Designed
• Entry Ticket Circuit 3, Route 3-C: Great Cave
• Entry Ticket Circuit 3, Route 3-D: Huchuy Picchu Mountain

Entry times for Machu Picchu tickets

To preserve the Machu Picchu archaeological park and improve the organization of visits, Mincetur, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and SERNANP, established new provisions through ministerial resolution N.º 000207-2024-MC, which are in force since June 1, 2024.

The opening hours of the Machu Picchu citadel for 2025 are from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Ticket to Machu Picchu with Circuit 1

There are 4 tickets sold with circuit 1, this ticket is named Panoramic, because it only allows you to have a general and panoramic view of the Inca citadel, without being able to tour the internal enclosures; however, depending on the ticket chosen, you can take one of the hikes to important places outside the Inca citadel. This circuit includes the classic postcard photo of Machu Picchu.

Ticket to Machu Picchu with Circuit 2

Circuit 2 is the most complete and recommended circuit, as it allows you to tour most of the interior of Machu Picchu, in addition to having the classic postcard photo. However, this circuit does not have any alternate routes outside the Inca citadel. This ticket is very popular among visitors, so its reservation must be made at least 3 months in advance.

Ticket to Machu Picchu with Circuit 3

This circuit only allows you to tour the lower part of the Inca citadel, and you will not get the classic photo of Machu Picchu. However, you can hike to the top of the Huayna Picchu Mountain or the top of the Huchuy Picchu Mountain.

Conditions for entering Machu Picchu

• The maximum time allowed for visitors to stay in the Machu Picchu Llaqta is four (4) hours from their entry, except in cases where it is combined with alternate routes. It is recommended to review the duration of stay for each ticket.
• Failure to comply with the duration of stay results in the immediate removal of visitors.
• Valid documents for FOREIGN VISITORS are: passport, alien card, or diplomatic ID.
• FOREIGN STUDENTS up to undergraduate level must identify themselves with their original and valid ID card along with their passport.
• The valid document for PERUVIAN VISITORS is the original DNI.
• PERUVIAN STUDENTS, up to the undergraduate level, must present their valid card issued by SUNEDU or the Ministry of Education.
• Visitors who are MEMBERS OF THE ANDEAN COMMUNITY (CAN) must present their original ID card or identity document.
• Tour guides may only enter the citadel with a maximum of sixteen (16) visitors per group and must carry an identification flag.

Restrictions in Machu Picchu

• It is forbidden to carry and/or consume alcoholic beverages within the Archaeological Park.
• Do not climb on the walls and other constructions of the Inca City.
• Do not make inscriptions on the floors, walls, stones, etc. under penalty of sanction.
• Do not remove samples of lithic material and/or plants or flowers.
• Do not litter solid and/or liquid waste.
• Do not carry backpacks with a capacity greater than 20 kg.
• Do not enter with professional filming or photography equipment for commercial purposes.
• It is forbidden to feed the wildlife.
• Failure to comply with any restriction results in the immediate removal of visitors.