Mercado Central de San Pedro

This is a great spot to visit if you are spending some days in Cusco to acclimatise to the altitude. The market itself is mostly inside so it is perfect for a rainy day. There are different sections for fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, souvenirs and lunch. There are also stands where you can buy freshly made fruit smoothies. These were really tasty and made fresh. The meat1section can smell quite bad so don’t spend too much time here. You can also get souvenirs here. It seemed like we were charged normal prices and the people did not try to scam tourists here. We paid the normal prices everywhere.

Mercado Central de San Pedro is a must-visit if you’re in Cusco! It’s a lively, colorful market full of local flavor and culture. You’ll find everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade textiles, souvenirs, natural remedies, and traditional snacks. It’s a great place to walk around, explore, and experience everyday life in Cusco. We picked up a few unique gifts and tried some local treats—it’s definitely more affordable than many tourist shops nearby, though still very much a tourist spot. If you’re just looking for fruits and veggies, you might find cheaper prices at smaller, local neighborhood markets. But if you’re looking for a mix of shopping, culture, and a fun local vibe, San Pedro Market is the place to go! Just keep an eye on your belongings and enjoy the experience.

Such a vibrant space! We bought dried fruit, nuts and souvenirs there. Very reasonable prices and the people are really nice. I took some lovely shots of locals there.

This is a decent spot to get a flavor of Cusco in a concentrated way. This market sells a wide range of products, including meats, fruits, flowers, and souvenirs. It's all covered, so it's good to visit any time of the year. If the prices seem high, you haven't learned the proper way to haggle. I bought a few things here for much less than I found elsewhere in Cusco.

Mercado de San Pedro is a vibrant fusion of colonial heritage, European industrial architecture, and Andean culture, beautifully capturing Cusco’s rich, layered history. The market offers freshly prepared food and juices, natural remedies, as well as an array of fresh produce, meats, and dairy. It’s bustling with locals, though you’ll spot tourists exploring its lively aisles. TIP: Our travel guide said to stick to salt, coffee, or chocolate for purchases for sanitation purposes. Also, mind your wallet and phone, as you would in any bustling and hectic urban situation anywhere. Highly recommended!

A quaint market that has absolutely everything. Everything from full entrees to sandwich’s, sweets, flowers, herbs, hibiscus, eggs, meat, souvenirs , clothes, etc. It appears to be a local favorite and enjoyed by tourist alike. It can seem overwhelming but just stroll around for a bit before committing. I enjoyed getting one of the best egg and avocado sandwiches I have ever had in my life for less than $1.50. It’s a place that is full of life with children running around and laughing and people getting to their best deals. I highly recommend stopping by if you are in San Pedro, Cusco.

This is a perfect place to buy all souvenirs. They have pretty much everything you’re looking for and if you’re hungry while you’re there, there’s plenty of places to stop and eat. Mind this is a cash only market so be prepared.

Overall this market may be touristy but seems like a lot of locals come here as well. Vendors of all kinds, food stalls, fruit drinks stalls etc. The drink at 10 soles was reasonable and I picked some exotic fruits like custard apple (chiramoya) and lucama.