Admiral's House

The Admiral's House is a 17th-century mansion in Cusco with Renaissance architecture featuring Corinthian columns and carved stone elements with family crests above the entrance. The building contains an interior courtyard with arcades and a fountain that create an ensemble of rooms organized around a central open space.

The site was originally connected to Inca structures before being rebuilt under Spanish rule. Its current form dates to the 17th century when it was named after a notable maritime and trade figure.

The house takes its name from a later owner and reflects the blending of artistic traditions in its design. Visitors can see how local craftsmanship was combined with European stylistic forms throughout the building.

The building is located near the central plaza and is relatively easy to reach on foot. Visitors should expect occasionally uneven floors and steep stairs when exploring the different levels.

The arcades in the courtyard display relief carvings of Roman warriors that reference classical antiquity. This unexpected sculptural detail connects colonial artistic language with European references in an unusual way.

Location: Cusco Province

Location: Cusco Department

Location: Cusco District

Location: Peru

Address: Cuesta del Almirante 103

GPS coordinates: -13.51558,-71.97815

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07