Inside a converted hall near Nuevos Ministerios, a virtual reality experience puts visitors inside a 4D reconstruction of Machu Picchu at the height of the Inca Empire. Fitted with a headset and free to walk and interact with others in the same session, participants explore temples, terraces, and mountain landscapes captured from the real site.
What it is
Produced by Fever with VR studio Virtual Worlds, Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City is built from drone footage, LiDAR scans, and photogrammetry captured on site during a pandemic-era closure, then reconstructed with input from Inca historians. The result is a free-roam, multi-user simulation rather than a seated film: visitors walk the citadel's terraces and the Temple of the Sun, moving independently while sharing the space with others in their group.
A guide named Teri, a robot voiced by actor Terry Crews, leads participants through the roughly 40-minute route, mixing a historical account of Inca life with staged, fantastical moments. The show previously ran in Washington D.C. and Berlin before its Madrid opening in September 2025.
Why it's worth going
Unlike a standard museum exhibit, the experience lets several people move through the same reconstruction at once rather than following a fixed path, and it recreates specific structures, such as the Temple of the Sun, at full scale rather than through screens or dioramas.
Practical info
Sessions require a VR headset; comfortable shoes are recommended and caps or hats should be avoided, as they interfere with the headset fit. Bags and backpacks go in on-site lockers. The minimum age is 10, and pregnant visitors are advised against taking part.
FAQ
How much are tickets for Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City in Madrid?
Standard adult tickets cost €18, children's tickets cost €13, and a group pack (minimum 4 tickets) brings the price to €14 per person.
Where is the Machu Picchu VR experience located in Madrid?
The experience runs at Fever Hub Madrid, Calle de Raimundo Fernández Villaverde 57, with entrance via Calle de Orense between numbers 3 and 5, a short walk from the Nuevos Ministerios metro and train station.
How long does the Machu Picchu VR experience last?
The virtual reality route lasts about 40 minutes, though Fever recommends allowing an hour in total to collect and return the headset and store belongings in the on-site lockers.
Who is the voice guide in Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City?
A robot character named Teri guides visitors through the experience, voiced by actor Terry Crews, alongside on-site staff at each stage of the route.
Is the Machu Picchu VR experience suitable for children?
The recommended minimum age is 10, and children aged 8 to 12 may take part if accompanied by an adult; people with heart conditions, epilepsy, or who are pregnant are advised not to participate.
