Every day Cusco is visited by thousands of people from different parts of the world looking to have an unforgettable experience and looking to learn about the Andean culture, most of them do it to reach the citadel of Machu Picchu, but there is a place, different from the typical areas and traditional tourist circuits, is located very close to the main square of Cusco. In it you will be able to appreciate the daily life of the local people of Cusco. The San Pedro Market is also known as the central market of Cusco, it is a very picturesque place that will mark a before and after in your visit to the city of Cusco.
The San Pedro Market is located in the heart of the city of Cusco and has become one of the most visited places by domestic and foreign tourists in Cusco. One of the main purposes of the markets is to provide fresh produce for Cusco families, and what better opportunity to see the daily life of the people on foot. Without a doubt, the San Pedro Market in Cusco is one of the best ways to experience daily life. Be very attentive to every detail that shows the San Pedro Market, you will enjoy many flavors, colors and smells that will take by assault your senses and possibly also your sensibilities.
The San Pedro Market, is the place chosen by local people and tourists to buy vegetables, fruits, souvenirs and all kinds of groceries in the city of Cusco.
Originally the San Pedro Market was exclusively for the sale of food and raw materials, today due to the influx of tourists you can find organic products such as the fruit section, vegetable section, the very traditional Chuta bread of Cusco, the delicious cheeses, the flower section, food, handicrafts, fabrics, and souvenirs in general.
Although local people are the most frequent visitors to this market, we recommend you to visit the San Pedro Market, and you will have the opportunity to learn about the daily life of the Cusquenian families. There you will be able to taste delicious natural juices elaborated at the moment with fresh fruits that will surprise the visitor, these flavors can be exotic and unknown to some. The most consumed fruits are strawberry, kiwi, mango, custard apple, papaya, lucuma and custard apple. Don't forget to buy some souvenirs as the costs can be much lower compared to other souvenir stores.
All this makes the San Pedro Market an ideal place for tourists to visit and enjoy a different experience enjoying Peruvian gastronomy at a low cost.
The opening hours are from Monday to Saturday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm. And Sundays until noon.
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