Qorikancha

Museum · Cusco

Qorikancha

Museum · Cusco

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Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru

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Explore the breathtaking Qorikancha, where stunning Inca stonework meets Spanish colonial vibes, all while uncovering a rich tapestry of history dedicated to the Sun God, Inti.  

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Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru Get directions

museoqorikancha.pe

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Santo Domingo s/n, Cusco 08000, Peru Get directions

+51 84 249176
museoqorikancha.pe

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Jul 27, 2025

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"Qoricancha This Cuzco corner presents a notable juxtaposition between ancient Incan and Spanish colonial architecture. Since the Incas worshipped their sun god, Inti, above all others, this temple in their imperial capital was the most important of the entire realm. It was here that they brought the idols of all peoples they assimilated, to offer them representation as they demanded allegiance in Cuzco . When the Spanish arrived, they tore down much of the temple and built a monastery on top of it. However, the walls that do remainprovide stunning examples of pre-Hispanic engineering, particularly the rounded outer wall that can be seen from Avenida del Sol."

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"Qoricancha This Cuzco corner presents a notable juxtaposition between ancient Incan and Spanish colonial architecture. Since the Incas worshipped their sun god, Inti, above all others, this temple in their imperial capital was the most important of the entire realm. It was here that they brought the idols of all peoples they assimilated, to offer them representation as they demanded allegiance in Cuzco . When the Spanish arrived, they tore down much of the temple and built a monastery on top of it. However, the walls that do remainprovide stunning examples of pre-Hispanic engineering, particularly the rounded outer wall that can be seen from Avenida del Sol."

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"Qoricancha This Cuzco corner presents a notable juxtaposition between ancient Incan and Spanish colonial architecture. Since the Incas worshipped their sun god, Inti, above all others, this temple in their imperial capital was the most important of the entire realm. It was here that they brought the idols of all peoples they assimilated, to offer them representation as they demanded allegiance in Cuzco . When the Spanish arrived, they tore down much of the temple and built a monastery on top of it. However, the walls that do remainprovide stunning examples of pre-Hispanic engineering, particularly the rounded outer wall that can be seen from Avenida del Sol."

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Michael Hoffman

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Very neat place to check out. The history is fascinating and worth learning about. There is great art work and some incredible woodworking. If you like history of religion there is a lot of it. My favorite part of it is the amazing architecture.

Stephanie Baique

Google
Such a beautiful museum. So much Inca history and views were amazing. Im glad I paid 5 soles which is less than 2 us dollars to go upstairs to see the bells and views. Don't skip that part. It's worth your time!

Celia Yang

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If you are non Spanish speaking, definitely hire a guide. I think many of them just stands in front of the door but mine was included with my tour. I don’t think there are enough information on the exhibits for you to understand the place on your own like how well the Inca did with architectures and astronomy etc. However, my guide didn’t cover the colonial part of the place. I wandered around for some extra time but couldn’t find a way to see the introductions of the history of that period of time. If the museum would enhance the overall explanation of the place, it would be really nice with such beautify place.

Jack Jensen

Google
We went for the pre-Inca and Inca architecture and history. Get a good guide, and read up yourself before going... The posters are dated and the translations aren't the best. It's pretty mind blowing, really. What an impressive history.

Helen Polishuk

Google
To understand the culture and traditions of this city, you need to visit this museum. I was there on Monday, there were a lot of people, a lot of tourist groups, be sure to take a guide in your language. The entrance ticket costs 20 soles, but there is a "long" ticket, which includes an excursion underground in the garden. Unfortunately, I did not know and did not get in. The garden is beautiful, you can see the remains of the Inca culture. The museum has two floors, on the second there are exhibitions of contemporary artists, icons. On the first floor there is an artifact of the construction of Inca houses. The exit is through the church. For 5 soles you can separately get from the second floor to the bell tower and see the city from above.

Rahul Parab

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I visited the Qorikancha Museum during a day trip in Cusco, and it turned out to be one of the highlights of my journey through Peru. The site is absolutely stunning, steeped in history and beautifully preserved. Our guided tour made the experience even more meaningful, as the guide provided deep insight into the spiritual and cultural importance of Qorikancha in Inca civilization. Originally the most sacred temple of the Inca Empire, dedicated to Inti, the Sun God, Qorikancha was once covered in gold and played a central role in religious ceremonies. The museum showcases a fascinating mix of Inca architecture and Spanish colonial influence, as the Church of Santo Domingo was later built on top of the original temple. Walking through the stone corridors, you can see the precision of Inca stonework up close perfectly cut and fitted without mortar. The exhibits are well-curated, offering a glimpse into Inca cosmology, rituals, and daily life. The combination of historical depth, architectural beauty, and the guide's passionate storytelling made this a truly enriching experience. I highly recommend visiting Qorikancha if you’re in Cusco—it’s not just a museum, but a powerful reminder of Peru’s layered history and the resilience of its indigenous culture.

Ben Staadecker

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I'm not going to claim I visited every museum in Cusco, but I went to quite a few, and this was hands down the best. The ruins are incredible, and well preserved. Allowing you to walk through, around, and above them. The art and music and historical artifacts are super cool, just a really interesting place to walk around and look at some very high level stonework

Danae Li

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The entrance was 20 soles and they only took cash. The museum was very well organized with arrows and the bathrooms were very clean. I agree with the other comments that it is very hard to understand the history without a guide. It took us about an hour to walk through the museum and see everything.