Whether you arrive at Machu Picchu on foot across the Inca Trail or in style on the luxurious Inca Rail train, your first sight of the magnificent ruins is likely to stay with you long after your return home. Surrounded by dramatic forest-clad peaks and vertiginous valleys, Machu Picchu is a masterpiece of ancient architecture, a mysterious and majestic wonder that rises proudly from the jungle.
Surrounded by dramatic forest-clad peaks and deep valleys, Machu Picchu, or ‘The Lost City’, is a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Your first sight of these magnificent ruins is likely to stay with you long after your return home.
From the time when Machu Picchu was discovered in 1911, this ancient site has drawn visitors from across the globe, with thousands travelling to the citadel every year. And with its well-preserved temples, houses, and palaces, which straddle the terraced plateau high above the lush valleys, it’s not hard to see why.
But aside from the striking visuals, what is Machu Picchu famous for, and what can you expect when you visit this iconic sight? Our experts have listed their favourite things to see and do at Machu Picchu so you can plan a truly memorable trip.
Before we dive in, it’s important to note that you must visit Machu Picchu with a guide and secure a permit before you arrive - but don’t worry, our travel specialists can help with this.
Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel
Machu Picchu, Peru
