THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Puno, Peru
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Lake Titicaca, Sillustani, Islands, Multi-day Tours. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Bodies of Water
Cultural immersion on serene high-altitude Lake Titicaca with local homestays and traditional craft learning on Uros and Taquile Islands.
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Ancient Ruins
Man-made floating islands crafted from totora reeds, hosting cultural interactions, traditional boat rides, and local handicrafts, set amidst the serene ambiance of Lake Titicaca.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Historic Sites
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- R. K. V.Bogota, Colombia2,670 contributionsAn outstanding, meaningful both historically and spiritual place to visit. One of the greatest places I have visited in a long timeWritten 13 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Skeney57Sydney, Australia25,011 contributionsVery glad we talked the guide to leave a bit earlier from our hotel to fit this place in! A fascinating site just off the main highway and well worth a stop. The place dates back to 800BC where the Pukara people inhabited till 500AD, to be replaced by the Qulla who lived there from 1100 till they were conquered by the Inca in 1450 and finally abandoned in 1532. The ruins are at 3897m so we were a bit short of breath by the top.
The site was used as a Necropolis or burial ground for high status individuals and the area luckily has several Chullpa's or Funeral Towers still standing. The site is located on the shores of beautiful Lake Umayo and well worth a visit.Written 4 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Annie SPortsmouth, UK530 contributionsWas incredible to see and meet the people who live on these islands and experience a little snapshot of their lives. Was a fascinating day although I didn’t like the hard sell of products. Felt like we were a captive audienceWritten 8 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charalampos KlonizakisChania Prefecture, Greece27 contributionsAmazing, unique energetic place. Nice rock formations around, you need to spend at least an hour there. It's better to book a taxi, it's much cheaper. It's better not to do the Aymara tour, as the other stops are not worth it. Don't go with a tour agency, as it boring, takes foreverWritten 27 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Skeney57Sydney, Australia25,011 contributionsA very impressive Catedral which dates back to 1775 but was destroyed by fire in 1930 but took till 1964 to re-open? Officiated by Pope Paul VI and I can safely say, they did a good job. Very impressive main altar and a nice interior with colourful side altars. Bought some candles from the local ladies out the front and lit to send prayers to sick back home. Something I like to do around the world on visits. Very nice to see the Church open & available to the public to view & admire.Written 2 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nick CromieSolihull, UK67 contributionsThis historic ship has been rescued and beautifully restored. A really interesting trip into the past.
The story of how it was built in England, shipped to Peru in bits, carried over the mountains and then assembly is remarkable. Then there is the story of how it was rescued from decay.Written 2 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Ian C22 contributionsThe steps are worth it for the great view of Lake Titicaca, and it only takes around 20-30 minutes to get here from the town. If you are in Puno and do not bother to go up, you are the one missing out!Written 13 June 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Arcee_COWheat Ridge, CO1,039 contributionsThis compact, locally Sponsored museum effectively combines a collection of unique, original sculptures, artifacts and textiles from the Inca and pre-Inca Cultures in the lake Titicaca region. 20th century paintings by local collector Carlos Dreyer and others add a cultural aspect. Tickets cost 15 Soles($5 US).Written 6 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- billsaltjraucknz50 contributionsWe took a taxi for 70 soles (booked through our hotel and I am sure you could get it cheaper) it is about 30 mins scenic drive south along the lake. The church in the main square was closed but we walked down to the left to a white arched communal area with fabulous lake views and photo opportunities.
We then asked our driver to take us to the ruins of the Temple of Fertility as it was quite hard to find, back down towards the lake. This temple was quite different with its phalluses both entire and beheaded. It was only 5 soles entrance.
We were lucky to see a funeral procession enter the lower church with accordions guitars and singing.
We could have had lunch back in the square but weren't hungry so headed back to Puno. A gentle experience.
We could have got a taxi one way and then a bus back which costs 2 soles.Written 28 April 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - djamiewillsShanghai, China14 contributionsIt is a big puma that overlooks Puno and Titicaca, which in itself is fun enough. However, the sense of achievement that comes from staggering up from the city, stopping often to get some air, makes meeting the puma greatly worthwhile. While it is possible to get a vehicle to both the top and the final staircase, the glory is surely not the same.
The site itself also has a couple of large snake heads through which people can walk, an old water feature at the puma's feet, a couple of photo cut out boards, and one or two locals selling drinks and ice cream, which all gives it a bit of a run-down fairground look. But the point is really to look down on all below from beside a puma, and that is exactly what you get.
Both this and the condor viewing platform are worth it - the puma maybe just edging it for payoff - although expect to be very tired if doing them both on the same day.Written 11 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JoniSBrownCharlotte, NC79 contributionsOur view of Lake Umayo was from the peninsula that was home to the funeral towers of Sillustani. Peaceful and beautiful.Written 11 June 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nick_shogatackBrussels, Belgium1,072 contributionsThe small park is the place where you will sit down and breathe a little bit in the middle of the city moves and pollution. A small heaven.Written 8 September 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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