Planning to travel to Machu Picchu in 2025? Find out the price of entrance tickets | Travel News

Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, remains a top travel destination for both locals and international visitors eager to explore its remarkable stone architecture and stunning natural scenery. To ensure an unforgettable experience, careful planning is essential for visiting Peru's most iconic attraction.

To encourage domestic tourism and meet increasing demand, the Peruvian government has introduced promotional ticket rates for 2025. These discounted rates are available to Peruvian citizens, foreign residents in Peru, and members of the Andean Community of Nations (CAN).

The updated ticket prices are outlined in Ministerial Resolution No. 000440-2024-MC, published in the Official Gazette El Peruano. Signed by the Minister of Culture, Fabricio Valencia, the resolution also establishes promotional rates for varied entry schedules to the Inca citadel. Additionally, the entrance system now includes three new circuits divided into ten routes, offering diverse ways to explore the Machu Picchu llaqta (city in the Quechua language).

The initiative is supported by a report from the Cusco Decentralized Culture Office, emphasizing the need for effective visitor management to preserve the site, diversify tourism activities, and boost the local economy.

2025 Ticket Prices

 

According to the resolution:

• General Admission (Route 1-A: Machu Picchu Mountain, Circuit 1 or Panoramic): S/ 112 (approximately USD $30). Student and minor tickets cost S/ 80 (about USD $21).
• General Admission (Circuit 2 or Classic Machu Picchu): S/ 64 (approximately USD $17). This price also applies to:
  • Route 1-B: Upper Terrace to Intipunku (Sun Gate).
  • Route 1-D: Inka Bridge route (peak season only).
• Route 3-A: Huayna Picchu Mountain, a popular choice for adventurers: S/ 112 (approximately USD $30).

Key Information for Visitors

 

• Required Documents: To access promotional prices, visitors must provide valid identification, such as a national ID, residency card, or passport, confirming their eligibility as Peruvian nationals, foreign residents, or CAN citizens.
• Student Discounts: Undergraduate students can access discounted rates by presenting valid student identification issued by Sunedu, the Ministry of Education, or accredited institutions in CAN member countries.
• Children’s Tickets: Available for ages 3 to 17. Children under 3 enter free but must be accompanied by an adult.
• Stay Duration: Time limits for visits are determined by regulations from the Ministry of Culture and the Cusco Decentralized Culture Office, aligned with the “Regulations for Sustainable Use and Tourist Visits to the Machu Picchu Citadel.”

This initiative aims to enhance the visitor experience while preserving the cultural and natural integrity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.