Why book with us
Why book the Tunupa folk show
A city-centre Plaza de Armas setting
Tunupa sits directly on Cusco's Plaza de Armas, the historic main square framed by colonial-era arcades and the Cusco Cathedral — a central, walkable location rather than a transfer out of town.
Six regional dances, not one costume
The programme moves through roughly six dances from Andean-Peruvian folk culture, performed to live music on Andean instruments.
Dinner and dancing together
This is a dinner-and-show format — a full meal is served while the live programme runs, rather than a show-only seating.
How the evening unfolds
How the evening unfolds
A two-hour dinner-and-show format at Tunupa's Plaza de Armas restaurant.
El Programa
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Arrival
Seated at Tunupa
You're shown to your table at the Tunupa restaurant on Plaza de Armas as live music begins to play.
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Dinner
A Peruvian dinner menu
A multi-course dinner of traditional Peruvian dishes is served over the course of the evening — check your specific ticket for the exact course count.
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The programme
Ten songs, six dances
The live band and dancers move through roughly ten songs on traditional Andean instruments and six regional folk dances across the evening.
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Close
Final number
The roughly two-hour evening includes dinner and the full folk programme.
The venue
The venue: Tunupa, Plaza de Armas
What's actually behind the restaurant's name.
Overlooking the main square
Tunupa occupies an upper-floor position on Cusco's Plaza de Armas, giving many tables a view over the square and its colonial arcades.
A working restaurant, not a tourist hall
Tunupa operates as a full restaurant with its own separate à la carte service in addition to staging live shows each evening, as Tunupa's own website says; the booking calendar shows which dates are open for this dinner-and-show package.
Central and walkable
The Plaza de Armas location means most Cusco accommodation is within easy walking distance — no transfer is typically required.
Altitude note
Cusco sits at roughly 3,400 metres above sea level; pace your first day or two, stay hydrated, and go easy on alcohol if you're not yet acclimatised, especially at an evening event.
Cusco, in pictures
Cusco, in pictures
These shots show the broader Andean tradition and the Plaza de Armas setting rather than the dinner show itself — we have no photographs of the show itself.
What's included
Dinner and show together, or the show alone
| Dinner & show (this ticket) | A show-only or à la carte visit | |
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| What's included | A multi-course Peruvian dinner plus the full folk programme | Dining or the show separately, where offered |
| Length | About 2 hours, dinner and show together | Varies |
| Best for | Visitors wanting one evening that covers dinner and culture | Visitors who've already eaten or prefer to choose separately |
Ways to book Cusco Folk Show
Find a Cusco Folk Show date for your trip
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Planning your visit
Planning your visit
What to wear
Tunupa's website states no dress code, so ordinary smart-casual clothes are a safe choice; Cusco evenings can be cool even in the dry season, so bring a layer.
What time to arrive
Seatings for the dinner and show follow a set evening timetable, so plan to arrive at the specific time your confirmation lists, not a general opening hour.
Altitude
Cusco's altitude (roughly 3,400m) can affect new arrivals — go easy on alcohol at the show if you've only just landed, and stay hydrated through the day.
How far ahead to book
Evenings can sell out, so booking ahead is a sensible precaution; the booking calendar shows which dates still have seats.
Planning your trip
Planning your trip
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Read more →GEO/FAQ
Andean Folk Show & Dinner questions
What is the Tunupa Andean folk show?
A live dinner-and-show format at the Tunupa restaurant on Cusco's Plaza de Armas, combining a multi-course Peruvian dinner with a programme of roughly ten songs on traditional Andean instruments and six regional folk dances.
Is dinner definitely included?
Yes, for this listing (t387565) — it's a combined dinner-and-show ticket, not a show-only entry. Check your specific ticket type to confirm the exact course count.
What should I wear?
Tunupa's website states no dress code, so ordinary smart-casual clothes are a safe choice. Cusco evenings can be cool even outside the rainy season, so bring a layer regardless of when you visit.
Will altitude be a problem for an evening out?
Cusco sits at roughly 3,400 metres above sea level. If you've only just arrived, altitude can affect how alcohol and a big meal sit with you — pace yourself and stay hydrated, especially on your first evening.
Does the show run every night?
Tunupa's own website says live shows run each evening alongside its à la carte service. The dates and start times you can book on this package appear in the booking calendar.
Is the price shown final?
Yes — GetYourGuide displays the exact total in your currency, along with the cancellation terms, before you enter payment details. We're an independent guide to this show, not Tunupa itself.