We’ve got your back. We know how important it is to have an Irish pub pinned on our map wherever we go. In Cusco, Paddy’s is more than a staple, it is a beloved icon of the city. This small, cosy but incredibly popular Irish pub is always ready for “una chelita” (slang for beer- but Peruvians love diminutives so the translation would be something like a baby beer, a small beer). Visit if you need to quench your thirst with a Cusqueña… or if you miss home, a Heineken, an Estrella Galicia or a Stella Artois (depends on where is home).

Once you’ve lived in this place, you can brag and say you’ve visited The Highest 100% Irish Pub on the Planet (11156 ft.)

Cusco’s cathedral (la Catedral Basilica de la Virgen de la Asunción) is a spectacular building and one of the main pillars that give life to Plaza de Armas. The cathedral, built around the 15th century, showcases the merging of Indigenous and Spanish colonial architecture through its Gothic-Renaissance and Baroque style. This beautiful emblem of the city is adorned with gold, silver, insane wood carvings and sacred masterpieces from Cusco’s Art School from back in the day. Whether it is because of its religious or historical significance, you must walk in. We could spend hours just figuring out its intricate details. 

Cercanía Pan y Café is an impeccable choice for an early run to the panadería. They are ready to satisfy your cravings, whether it is a sweet pastry with raspberries or a savoury sourdough sando. Visit this cute nook for a good breakfast, a mid-day latte or an early evening treat. Just because we are opinionated and love to give a suggestion, we encourage everyone to try their chocolate cake.