Discounts offered by the Machu Picchu Ticket
Machu Picchu is one of the most incredible sites in the world. It combines nature, culture, and adventure. So that no one misses out on the great adventure of visiting the Wonder of the World, there are special discounts on admission prices. Learn about each one and discover the adventure of a lifetime at reduced prices.
- How much does the entrance fee to Machu Picchu cost?
- Discount for minors
- Discount for students
- Discount for citizens of the Andean Community of Nations (CAN)
- Discount for citizens of Peru
- How to enter for free with children under 3 years old?
- More information about discounts at Machu Picchu
- Frequently Asked Questions
Machu Picchu, one of the wonders of the world
How much does the entrance fee to Machu Picchu cost?
Entrance to Machu Picchu depends on the type of ticket chosen.
There are 10 types of tickets:
- Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A).
- Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B).
- Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C).
- Ticket Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge (Route 1D).
- Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A).
- Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B).
- Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu or Waynapicchu Mountain (Route 3A).
- Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B).
- Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C).
- Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route).
The entrance fee for Machu Picchu for foreign adults is:
| Tickets to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A) | Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A) | Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign adult price | $75.00 | $ 57.00 | $ 57.00 | $ 57.00 | $ 57.00 | $ 57.00 | $75.00 | $ 57.00 | $75.00 | $ 57.00 |
* Prices include 18% VAT (General Sales Tax).
Discount for minors
All children and young people between the ages of 3 and 17, of any nationality, receive direct access to a discount on the Machu Picchu ticket.
This benefit is granted by the Peruvian authorities to promote Machu Picchu as a destination that can be visited by the whole family.
Machu Picchu is a fantastic place that will spark children’s curiosity and imagination . It’s a place full of culture and plenty of adventure for the little ones.
How much does a ticket cost for minors?
The entrance fee for foreign children to Machu Picchu is:
| Tickets to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A) | Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A) | Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child price (3 to 17 years old) | $50.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $50.00 | $32.00 | $50.00 | $32.00 |
* Prices include 18% VAT (General Sales Tax).
How to access the discount for minors?
To qualify for the discount for minors, the following requirements must be met:
- Be between 3 and 17 years old at the time of entering Machu Picchu .
- When making the reservation, please send a copy or digital image of the minor’s ID. (This will verify the minor’s age and qualify for the discount.)
- On the day of entry to Machu Picchu, be accompanied by your parents or guardians.
- On that day, the minor must present the ID used to make the reservation along with the admission ticket.
Children under 3 years of age are free to enter Machu Picchu, provided they are accompanied by their parents or a duly accredited guardian.
Discount for students
Students pursuing higher education at universities or similar educational institutions can access a special discount on the price of the Machu Picchu Ticket.
To do so, the student must prove their student status by presenting their university student ID. This ID must clearly state the name of the university, the student’s name, a photo, and the current expiration date.
How much does a student ticket cost?
The entrance fee for Machu Picchu for students is:
| Tickets to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A) | Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A) | Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student price (under 25 years old) | $ 51.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $32.00 | $ 51.00 | $32.00 | $ 51.00 | $32.00 |
* Prices include 18% VAT (General Sales Tax).
How to access the student discount?
To qualify for the university student discount, the following requirements must be met:
- Pursue university studies (undergraduate) and be under 25 years old at the time of entry to Machu Picchu .
- You must have made your reservation by emailing a copy or digital image of your university ID and your identification document (passport, ID, etc.) for the purpose of verifying the documents.
- On the day of entry to Machu Picchu, present your entry ticket along with the document you used to make your reservation (university ID and your ID).
The ISIC student ID card is no longer valid for the student discount. Currently, a valid university ID card is the only valid document.
Discount for citizens of the Andean Community of Nations (CAN)
Visitors from Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia receive a discount on the price of their ticket to Machu Picchu.
University students and minors receive a special discount.
How much does a ticket cost for CAN citizens?
The entrance fee for citizens of the National Autonomous University of Machu Picchu is:
| Tickets to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A) | Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A) | Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAN adult price | $47.00 | $28.00 | $28.00 | $28.00 | $28.00 | $28.00 | $47.00 | $28.00 | $47.00 | $28.00 |
| CAN child price | $35.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $35.00 | $18.00 | $35.00 | $18.00 |
| CAN student price | $35.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $18.00 | $35.00 | $18.00 | $35.00 | $18.00 |
* Prices include 18% VAT (General Sales Tax).
How to access the discount for CAN citizens?
To qualify for the discount for CAN citizens, the following requirements must be met:
- Be a Colombian, Ecuadorian, or Bolivian citizen (or possess a foreigner’s identification card) at the time of entering Machu Picchu.
- You must have made a reservation by sending an email with a copy or digital image of your identification document (passport, ID, etc.) to verify your nationality.
- On the day of your arrival at Machu Picchu, present your entry ticket along with the identification document with which you made your reservation.
Remember that upon entering Peru, you will receive the Andean Migration Card (TAM) as part of the reservation process. You must send a copy or digital photo.
Discount for citizens of Peru
Domestic tourists enjoy a special promotion on all types of admission to Machu Picchu. To access this benefit, reservations must be made with a valid national identity document (DNI).
Foreign residents in Peru can also benefit from this promotion by making their reservation with their valid immigration card.
How much does the ticket cost for Peruvians?
The special price for national tourists is :
| Tickets to Machu Picchu | Machu Picchu + Mountain Ticket (Route 1A) | Machu Picchu Classic Photo Ticket or Upper Terrace (Route 1B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Inti Punku (Route 1C) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Inka Bridge (Route 1D) | Machu Picchu Classic or Classic Designed Circuit Ticket (Route 2A) | Ticket Machu Picchu Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace (Route 2B) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu Mountain (Route 3A) | Machu Picchu Ticket Temples Lower Part or Designed Royalty (Route 3B) | Machu Picchu Ticket + Temple of the Moon or Great Cavern (Route 3C) | Ticket Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu (3D Route) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peruvian adult prices | $44.00 | $24.00 | $24.00 | $24.00 | $24.00 | $24.00 | $44.00 | $24.00 | $44.00 | $24.00 |
| Children’s price (up to 17 years old) | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 |
| University prices | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 | $33.00 | $15.00 |
* Prices include 18% VAT (General Sales Tax).
How to access the discount for Peruvians
To access the discount, Peruvian tourists must follow these steps:
- Make your reservation online.
- Send a copy or digital photograph of your ID (or foreigner’s card).
- Make payment for your Machu Picchu ticket with a discount.
- Print the tickets and present them on the day of your visit to Machu Picchu (along with your physical ID or foreigner’s card).
How to enter for free with children under 3 years old?
Children under 3 years old enter Machu Picchu free of charge. To do so, they must meet the following requirements:
- Be under 3 years old at the time of accessing the Inca City of Machu Picchu.
- Enter accompanied by parents or guardians.
- Present the passport or identity document that certifies the minor’s age.
- Being closely supervised by parents during the tour of the Wonder of the World.
More information about discounts at Machu Picchu
- Prices and discounts are offered by boletomachupicchu.com. Documents for reservations on this site should be sent to info@boletomachupicchu.com .
- To qualify for the student discount, the following information must be legible on a valid university ID card: name, university, expiration date, photograph, and date of birth.
- Foreigners with residency cards from Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, or Bolivia also receive discounts through the Andean Community of Nations (CAN).
- Admission to Huayna Picchu Mountain is only valid for persons over 12 years of age. Access to Machu Picchu Mountain is valid for persons of all ages.
- Admission to the Machu Picchu Site Museum is free in the afternoon for people of any age or nationality.
- Machu Picchu is open every day of the year. To access discounts, it is recommended to book tickets in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
1) How much does admission to Machu Picchu cost for foreign adults?
The price depends on the type of ticket. For foreign adults, prices range from $57.00 to $75.00 USD, depending on the route chosen. For example:
- Route 1A (Machu Picchu + Mountain): $75.00
- Route 2A (Classic Circuit): $57.00
- Route 3A (Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu): $75.00
2) What types of tickets are available to enter Machu Picchu?
There are 10 types of tickets that offer different circuits and routes:
- Route 1A: Machu Picchu + Mountain
- Route 1B: Classic Photo (Upper Terrace)
- Route 1C: Machu Picchu + Inti Punku
- Route 1D: Machu Picchu + Inka Bridge
- Route 2A: Classic or Designed Classic Circuit
- Route 2B: Classic Circuit or Lower Terrace
- Route 3A: Machu Picchu + Huayna Picchu
- Route 3B: Lower Part Temples or Designed Royalty
- Route 3C: Machu Picchu + Temple of the Moon
- 3D Route: Machu Picchu + Huchuy Picchu
3) Do children pay admission to Machu Picchu?
Yes, but only for children ages 3 to 17. Children under 3 are admitted free upon presentation of ID and accompanied by an adult.
4) Is there a student discount?
Yes. University students (undergraduate and those under 25) receive a discount. Student prices range from $32.00 to $51.00 USD.
5) Do citizens of Andean Community (CAN) countries receive a discount?
Yes. Citizens of Colombia, Ecuador, and Bolivia have access to special prices:
- Adults CAN: from $28.00 to $47.00 USD.
- Children CAN (3 to 17 years): from $18.00 to $35.00 USD.
- CAN Students: from $18.00 to $35.00 USD.
6) How do I access discounts in general?
To access any discount (for children, students, CAN, or nationals), you must reserve in advance by submitting the required documents and present the originals on the day of entry.
7) Are there age restrictions for certain routes?
Yes, access to most mountains such as Huayna Picchu or Wayna Picchu is only for those over 12 years old.
8) Is the Machu Picchu Site Museum included in the price?
No, but admission to the museum is free in the afternoon for all visitors, regardless of age or nationality.
9) Is Machu Picchu open every day of the year?
Yes, Machu Picchu is open every day, including Sundays and holidays. Advance reservations are recommended, especially if you want discounted tickets.
10) When is the high season in Machu Picchu?
The high season in Machu Picchu begins on June 19 and ends on November 2, during which time new routes are opened.
Advice from people who have been there
By: Martín C.“A historic and little-known corner“
“The Inca Bridge is a hidden gem in Machu Picchu. The trail is short but exciting, with incredible views and a lot of history. Perfect for those looking for something different within the complex.“
By Ticket Machu Picchu – Last updated, April 15, 2025