Centro Qosqo de Arte Nativo

We loved the music and the traditional dances! Highly recommend getting the all-inclusive boleto turístico, so the Qosco cultural center is included. We attended on a Sunday evening and got there at 6:45PM and had no problem finding good seats.

We arrived at 6:45 and there was still plenty of space left for small groups. Started at 7 ended at 8. I personally enjoyed the show but unfortunately about 30% of the audience left before the end so not everyone agrees. The performance is not polished by any means, with quite a few long and silent gaps between sets. I would only recommend if you are happy to spend an hour watching a simple show with great live music, a few similar dances and a chance to learn more about different cultures and outfits.

Dance and music. Costumes were great, colorful, distinct to the various regions, and reflecting their beliefs and way of life. Music was somewhat the same although always upbeat.

Centro Qosqo Cultural Nativo is a traditional dance and cultural show. It is located a few blocks from the Plaza de Armas and held in a theater space. The show was entertaining and and included in the Tourist Ticket of Attractions. The theatre offers a full cafeteria menu with pastries, sandwiches, empanadas, drinks and coffee. A recommended activity to see.

If you're interested in experiencing traditional music while traveling, this venue offers a chance to enjoy local dances accompanied by music and colorful costumes. For me, after the third or fourth group's performance, the music's rhythm started to feel repetitive, and I ended up leaving the program earlier than scheduled. Overall, it's a good place to catch a glimpse of the local culture, but those who aren't deeply invested in traditional rhythms might find the performance a bit too long.

This was included on the Tourist Ticket which was brilliant. It's a one hour show (7-8pm) of traditional Andean dances and music from regions surrounding Cusco city. Such a clever display of living culture. We got there at 6.40 and the seats were close to all gone (Friday night) so not sure if it's always that busy.

Wow! Let me say that again...Wow! One more time...Wow! You know it's authentic when probably 90% of the audience is local. Spectacular show. This is legit Peruvian folk music and dancing. At various points in the show audience members are encouraged to come on stage and participate in the dance performance. Not a bad seat in the house either. Great views no matter where you are seated. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. The theater doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's what's inside that counts. Beautiful church/cathedral abouts two blocks away from the theater if you are into exploring. Very safe neighborhood and we walked around at night back to our hotel, which was about ten blocks away, with no problems.

Nice local show with live music and folk dances. The theater and the lighting could use an upgrade but otherwise the show itself is great. Seats fill up quickly so I recommend coming around 6:20-6:30 pm. The show itself starts at 7 pm.