Juices and smoothies
Rows of stands prepare juices to order with local fruit and produce from warmer zones.
Food & shopping
What to eat and what to buy at the Mercado San Pedro
The market brings together the Andean pantry and everyday Cusqueñan cuisine: juices, broths, bread, grains and handicrafts. We recommend categories and criteria, not specific businesses.
To eat
Juices, broths, bread
To buy
Handicrafts, grains, herbs
Payment
Cash preferred
Bring soles and small bills.
Style
No brand endorsements
Eat inside
What to look for to eat
Broths and soups
Hot broths and soups are part of market cuisine, aimed at workers and visitors.
Bread and pastry
Pan chuta and traditional Cusqueñan bakery are usually present in the bread sections.
Market dishes
Popular dishes and daily menus show the region’s everyday cooking.
Shop
What to take home
Alpaca textiles
Alpaca-fibre weavings and garments; ask about materials and origin.
Andean grains
Native potatoes, corn, quinoa and chuño connect with the region’s agriculture.
Herbs and coca
Medicinal plants and coca leaf are part of Andean practices; use them with judgement.
Handicrafts and objects
Symbolic-use objects and local handicrafts help explain cultural continuity.
Tips
Buy with respect
Ask the price before ordering and compare between stalls.
Do not handle food without permission and avoid pressuring for photos.
Bring a reusable bag to reduce waste.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Can you eat inside the market?+
Yes. There are food, bread and juice sections; choose stalls with high turnover and well-cooked food.
Do they accept cards?+
Many payments are still cash. Bring soles and small bills for minor purchases.
What products are typical?+
Native potatoes, corn, quinoa, chuño, fruit, pan chuta, broths and alpaca handicrafts.
Do people haggle?+
Avoid aggressive haggling. Ask the price before ordering and value the seller’s work.