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Bars in Cusco
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Confiturias
233, Plaza de Armas, facing the cathedral.
Cusco's original pub soon fills up with travelers and
expats enjoying the atmosphere of a traditional English pub. You can play
darts or
watch European football on cable TV. Good views of the Plaza de Armas. Serves
bar snacks such a pizzas, lasagne, Mexican chili and a good chicken curry.
Owned by Barry Walker, Peru's expert ornithologist and owner of Manu
Expeditions. Open 11am. - 1am.
Happy hour 6 -7 pm. and 9 - 9:30 pm.
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Los
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Teqsicocha
436
Run by Tammy from Australia and her Peruvian husband Guillermo,
this friendly couch-bar is a great place to meet up with friends. Full of
comfy sofas, magazines and board games as well as tasty snacks, coffee and
alcoholic drinks. Open daily 1pm - 1am.
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Nortons
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Loreto
115, Plaza de Armas, in between the Cathedral and Church
Owned by American Geoffrey, this bar appeals to both travelers and
locals alike. It has great balconies giving probably the best view of the Plaza
de Armas, ideal to watch the world go by. You can also get snacks including
excellent hamburgers.
Darts and pool. Cable TV showing plenty of sports. Open daily
noon- 1am.
Happy hour 7 - 9 pm.
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Paddy
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Triunfo
124, Plaza de Armas, just to the right of the Cathedral.
One of Cusco's two Irish bars Paddy Flaherty's is situated just
across the road from the Cathedral. It's small and welcoming and has great views
of the Plaza de Armas.
You can also watch rugby and other sports on cable TV. As you
would expect you can buy Guinness (draught cans) but it comes at a price ( S/ 15
) but well worth it. Serves good food. Open daily noon - 1am.
Happy hour 7 - 8 pm. and 10 -
10:30 pm.
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Rosie
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Santa
Catalina Ancha 360
Located just around the corner from the Plaza de
Armas, this Irish owned bar is the more up-market of Cusco's two Irish watering holes.
Guinness costs S/ 15 for a draught can.
Good bar food and friendly service.
Extensive menu. Sports shown on cable TV.
Open 11 am. - 1 am.
Happy hour 1 - 2 pm and 11 - 11:30 pm.
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Pubs / Discos in Cusco
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Ukukus |
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Plateros 316,
2nd floor.
One of the best and most popular clubs in Cusco,
Ukukus attracts
a good mixture of travelers and locals. Live music every night at 10:30 pm. The
dance floor is always packed as the DJ plays a good selection of music including
rock, pop, salsa and techno. Good fun for all ages. A good selection of movies
are shown in the afternoon. Open 4 pm till 5 am.
Entrance is free before 11 pm with a pass obtained from the
girls on the corner of the Plaza de Armas and Plateros. Otherwise S/ 10 cover
including drink.
Happy hour 8 - 9 pm.
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Mama
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Corner
of Calle Triunfo and Santa Catalina.
An interesting mix of backpackers and young Peruvians, Mama
Africa is one of Cusco's most popular discos. Playing a mix of reggae, rock,
techno with a bit of salsa thrown in for good measure. Lively and friendly staff
make it a good place to visit even if you're traveling alone - you won't be for
long in Mama Africa. Afternoon videos and a restaurant keep it busy all day.
Entrance is free before 11 pm with pass obtained from girls on
corner of Plaza de Armas and Plateros. Otherwise S/ 10 cover including drink. Live
music at weekends.
Happy
hour 8 - 9:30 pm.
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Kamikaze |
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Plaza Regocijo
274, 2nd floor
Cusco's original pub-disco is still swinging after over 17
years in business. It's not as crowded as the other disco pubs mentioned, and tends to be a
little more popular with the locals but there is a good friendly atmosphere.
Again the music is quite varied including rock, disco, reggae and salsa. There
is a pretty balcony overlooking Plaza Regocijo. Live music every night at 11pm.
Happy hour 8:30 - 9:30 pm.
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