Typical crowd level each month (relative), averaged over the attractions of each city. Shorter bar = fewer people.
Cusco and Lima have broadly similar crowd levels overall.
Based on historical visitor patterns, June is usually the quietest month in Cusco.
Based on historical visitor patterns, June is usually the quietest month in Lima.
In Cusco the quietest day is usually Monday; in Lima, Monday. Weekdays early in the morning are the safest bet in both.
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