Can I bring a tripod into the park?

No, professional tripods, selfie sticks, and monopods are strictly prohibited inside the sanctuary to protect the ruins.

Are there restrooms inside the site?

No. There are no restrooms inside the citadel. Use the ones located outside the entrance gates before you enter; it costs about 2 soles.

How to Visit Machu Picchu Without the Crowds

To avoid the worst of the crowds, book the latest afternoon entry time (typically 3:00 PM) or the very first morning slot (6:00 AM). Staying overnight in Aguas Calientes and entering the park as soon as the gates open or just before they close minimizes your interaction with the massive mid-day tour bus groups.

Choose the right ticket circuit. Purchase your entry ticket for Circuit 2 (Classic Route) if you want the postcard view, but be aware it gets busy. If you prioritize solitude and hiking, opt for Circuit 3, which includes the mountain climbs (Huayna Picchu or Machu Picchu Mountain).
Stay in Aguas Calientes the night before. Do not attempt to arrive from Cusco on the same day. Take the train the evening before so you can be first in line for the 5:30 AM shuttle buses, ensuring you enter the site before the train passengers arrive from Cusco.
Use the late afternoon strategy. Book the 3:00 PM entry slot. Most day-trippers must head back to the train station by 2:00 PM to make their connections, leaving the site remarkably empty for the final two hours of daylight.
Visit during the low season. Schedule your trip for February (if the Inca Trail is open, though note the site itself is open) or late November. Avoid June through August, which are peak months for North American and European tourists.

Can I bring a tripod into the park?: No, professional tripods, selfie sticks, and monopods are strictly prohibited inside the sanctuary to protect the ruins.
Are there restrooms inside the site?: No. There are no restrooms inside the citadel. Use the ones located outside the entrance gates before you enter; it costs about 2 soles.