Welcome to Saska Hotel Boutique — your gateway to Cusco, a city of living history and tradition. Taking home a handmade piece is one of the best ways to remember your trip. This guide highlights trusted places to shop and how to buy respectfully.
Why buy local handicrafts?
Crafts are not just souvenirs: they carry stories, ancestral techniques and the work of artisans who keep Andean culture alive. Buying locally supports families and helps preserve skills passed down for generations.
Where to shop in Cusco
San Pedro Market
A lively hub where locals shop daily. You will find colourful textiles, ceramics and jewellery. It is a great place to feel the rhythm of the city — go early and take your time.
Cusco Handicraft Centre (Centro Artesanal)
Near the historic centre, this centre gathers many workshops in one place. It is convenient if you want variety and clearly labelled, guaranteed pieces.
San Blas neighbourhood
Known as the artisans’ quarter, its cobbled streets hide small studios. Ideal for unique work and meeting the makers behind each piece.
Tips for buying
- Learn what makes a piece authentic — materials, motifs and typical techniques — before you decide.
- Haggling happens, but stay fair: price reflects skill and time.
- Compare a few stalls or shops before you buy.
- Whenever possible, buy from the artisan or a direct cooperative.
We hope this guide helps you explore Cusco’s creative side. From Saska Hotel Boutique, happy treasure hunting in the imperial city.
Planning where to stay? Compare our rooms in Cusco or see the Matrimonial Deluxe room at Saska Hotel Boutique — 200 m from Qoricancha with breakfast included.
