Cusco Pub Crawl: Bar Tour, Drinks And Club with no waiting lines

Cusco’s nightlife tour begins with a city view from Limbus Restobar, then moves through local drinking spots before ending at a club near the Plaza de Armas. For $19, you get about four and a half hours of organized bar hopping, alcoholic drinks, promotions, and admission without waiting in line.

I like the simple plan: you meet in San Blas at 9 p.m., and a guide leads you from one venue to the next. I also like the practical safety net of a group and a host such as David, who kept the evening on time and friendly. The main drawback is that the route changes by day, and a group of up to 60 people may feel large.

Key points to know before you book

• The night starts in San Blas at 9 p.m., a handy meeting point for an evening in central Cusco.
• Limbus Restobar includes a city view from Thursday to Saturday, giving the night a scenic opening.
• The route includes about one hour at each stop, with three bar or club stops listed for the evening.
• Your final club depends on the day: Inka Team on Thursdays and Saturdays, or Chango Club on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
• Skip-the-line admission is included, along with alcoholic drinks and promotions on food and beverages.
• The tour is priced at $19 per person, with free cancellation available until 24 hours before the start time.

A four-hour introduction to Cusco after dark

This is a straightforward way to see several parts of Cusco’s nightlife without planning every stop yourself. You meet at the Cusco Pub Crawl point in Plazoleta de San Blas, then spend roughly an hour at each venue before finishing at one of two clubs near the main square.

I see the appeal after a long day of sightseeing. Cusco’s streets can be confusing at night, and you may not feel like comparing bars, checking cover charges, or figuring out where to go next. Here, your guide handles the route while you focus on meeting people, trying drinks, and deciding how late you want to stay.

The advertised group limit is 60 people. That is large enough to create a social evening, but it also means the experience may not feel intimate. If you prefer a quiet drink and long conversations, this is probably not your ideal night. If you want an easy way to find company and move between venues, the group format makes more sense.

Starting in San Blas at 9 p.m.

Your evening begins at the San Blas meeting point at 9 p.m. San Blas is one of Cusco’s central areas, and the listed meeting point is easy to pair with an afternoon or early evening nearby. You should arrive ready to start on time, since the tour is built around moving through several stops.

The guide is an important part of the experience. English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese are listed as available languages, though the language offered on your particular departure should be confirmed when booking. David is specifically identified as a friendly host who kept the group on schedule and made the night feel relaxed.

That combination matters. A bar tour can quickly become confusing if nobody knows where to meet, how long to stay, or which venue comes next. A guide gives the evening a clear rhythm. You can still choose how much to drink and how long to remain after the organized portion ends, but the main route is already arranged.

Limbus Restobar and the city view

From Thursday to Saturday, the first stop is Limbus Restobar, where the evening opens with a view over Cusco. This gives the tour a better start than simply walking into a dark club. You get a chance to look out over the city, take in the setting, and settle into the group before the night becomes louder.

The stop lasts about one hour, and admission is included. Alcoholic drinks are also included in the tour package, though the available drink and exact serving details are not specified. Promotions and discounts on food and beverages are part of the package as well, so you may want to ask the guide or venue staff what applies when you arrive.

The view is only listed for Thursday through Saturday. If you join on Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday, the route information does not describe the same opening stop in the same way. Friday includes both Limbus and Chango according to the schedule, while Wednesday and Sunday follow the Chango route without Limbus listed.

That variation is worth noting before you pay. The experience is not identical every night, and the day you choose affects the order and character of the evening.

Cerveceria Del Valle Sagrado for the middle stop

The second stop is Cerveceria Del Valle Sagrado, with about one hour set aside. The supplied details do not specify a special tasting, brewery visit, or particular beer included, so you should treat this as one of the bar stops rather than a formal brewery tour.

Still, the stop adds useful variety to the night. Instead of spending the entire evening in one club, you move through different types of venues before the final dance stop. The included alcoholic beverages and food and drink promotions may help keep costs under control, especially if you plan to order something at the venue.

I would ask what is included before ordering beyond the tour allowance. The price covers alcoholic beverages in general, but the exact number, brand, or style is not stated. That is normal for a pub crawl, but it means you should not assume every drink on the menu is covered.

One hour is enough to get a feel for a place without losing the whole evening there. It also gives you a clear chance to decide whether you want to keep pace with the group or spend more time in a particular venue after the organized route ends.

Choosing between Inka Team and Chango Club

The final stop changes according to the day.

On Thursdays and Saturdays, the tour finishes at Inka Team. On Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, it finishes at Chango Club. Both clubs are described as being no more than 100 meters from Cusco’s main square, which makes the end of the organized route convenient.

The listed ending point is Chango Club at Tecsecocha 429, Cusco. Since the final club depends on your departure day, check the schedule before booking rather than assuming every tour ends there. The club entry is included without waiting in line, which can be especially useful when the venue is busy.

Skipping the line is one of the clearest practical benefits of this tour. You do not have to stand outside trying to work out entry while the group waits. You also avoid the small but irritating task of finding the correct entrance and dealing with a separate cover charge, assuming the included admission applies as described.

The tour gives you about an hour at the listed stops, but the night may continue after the guided portion. The supplied information does not state a fixed closing time or how long you may remain inside the final club. Think of the four-and-a-half-hour duration as the planned experience, not a promise that the entire night ends the moment the guide leaves.

What the $19 price really covers

At $19 per person, this is a low-cost introduction to Cusco nightlife. The value comes from combining several small expenses and decisions into one booking: organized guidance, included alcoholic beverages, admission to the venues without queues, and promotions or discounts on food and drinks.

The strongest saving may be time rather than money. You are not spending part of the evening deciding where to go next or waiting at club entrances. For a first night in Cusco, that structure can be useful. You get a ready-made route and a guide who can keep the group moving.

The price does not include tips. You should keep some cash available if the guide helps you, keeps the group organized, or adds useful local direction during the evening.

The exact drink allowance is not provided, so I would not book this expecting an unlimited bar tab. Read the included drinks as part of the package, then ask what is covered at each venue. Discounts on food and beverages can improve the value, but the final amount you spend depends on what you order.

A social night, not a private evening

The group limit is 60 people, and that shapes the experience. You may meet people from several countries and find it easy to join a conversation, especially if you are traveling alone or with one companion. A host like David can help break the ice and keep the mood relaxed.

The tradeoff is less control. A big group takes longer to gather, enter, and move between venues. You may also find that the pace is set for the group rather than for your personal preference.

The tour is described as suitable for most people, and it is near public transportation. No special physical requirements are listed. Even so, you should be comfortable with a late evening, standing, walking between central venues, and spending time in bars and clubs.

This is also a better choice for people who want a social introduction than for those seeking a detailed lesson about Cusco’s nightlife. The information focuses on the venues, drinks, discounts, and club entry rather than a formal cultural presentation.

How the weekly schedule changes the night

The day you choose has a real effect on the route:

• Thursday: Limbus Restobar, Cerveceria Del Valle Sagrado, and Inka Team are listed.
• Friday: Limbus Restobar, Cerveceria Del Valle Sagrado, and Chango Club are listed.
• Saturday: Limbus Restobar, Cerveceria Del Valle Sagrado, and Inka Team are listed.
• Wednesday and Sunday: Chango Club is listed as the final club, while the schedule does not list Limbus in the same way.

The clearest scenic opening is Thursday through Saturday because Limbus is specifically described with a city view on those days. If that is important to you, select one of those departures.

If you want to finish at Chango, choose Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday. If Inka Team is your preference, Thursday or Saturday is the better match. The route details do not explain how the stops are arranged on every day, so confirm the exact plan at booking.

Tips for getting more from the evening

Arrive a little early at the San Blas meeting point. The official start is 9 p.m., and a late arrival could mean missing the group’s departure.

Bring an ID if the venues require age verification. The tour details do not state an age rule or identification policy, so it is sensible to carry the identification you used for booking.

Eat beforehand or use the food promotions during the night. Alcoholic beverages are included, but the package does not say that a meal is provided. You may want to budget extra for food and for drinks beyond whatever is covered.

Ask the guide what is included at each stop. This is the best way to avoid confusion about drink choices, discounts, and any additional orders.

Keep the final venue in mind when choosing your day. The club is close to the main square, but the name and route depend on the departure schedule.

The activity has a maximum of 60 participants, so keep personal belongings secure and stay aware of the meeting point during transitions. The tour is organized, but a large group can spread out.

Cancellation and planning details

You receive confirmation when you book. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time, which gives you some flexibility while arranging your Cusco schedule.

Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded, and changes inside that same period are not accepted. The cut-off follows local time in Cusco, so check the clock carefully if your plans change close to departure.

Public transportation is nearby, and the tour ends close to Cusco’s main square at either Chango or Inka Team, depending on the day. The information does not provide a separate return transfer, so plan your way back from the central area yourself.

Who should book this Cusco pub crawl?

I would choose this tour if you want a low-cost, social night with a fixed route. It works especially well for solo visitors, couples who want to meet people, and anyone who would rather follow a local host than research bars after a full day of sightseeing.

It also suits you if skip-the-line club entry matters. The route gives you more than a single club visit, and the San Blas start plus central ending makes the evening easy to fit into a stay in Cusco.

I would think twice if you dislike crowds, want a quiet cocktail evening, or need a tightly defined drink package. A group of up to 60 can feel busy, and the exact beverage details are not listed. The changing schedule also means you should select your day carefully.

Should you book it?

Book it if you want an affordable introduction to Cusco’s bar and club scene, with a guide, included alcoholic drinks, discounts, and no-queue entry. The city view at Limbus from Thursday to Saturday is a useful bonus, and the final clubs sit close to the main square.

Skip it if you prefer to set your own pace or avoid large groups. For everyone else, $19 is a reasonable price for a planned four-and-a-half-hour night, especially when saving time at venue entrances matters to you.

FAQ

Where does the Cusco pub crawl start?

It starts at the Cusco Pub Crawl meeting point in Plazoleta de San Blas, Cusco 08000, Peru.

What time does the tour begin?

The tour starts at 9 p.m.

How long does the pub crawl last?

The planned duration is approximately four hours and 30 minutes.

Which clubs can be the final stop?

The tour finishes at Inka Team on Thursdays and Saturdays. It finishes at Chango Club on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

Is club admission included?

Yes. Free admission without queues to the venues is included.

Are drinks included in the price?

Alcoholic beverages are included. The exact number and selection of drinks are not specified.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded.