El Recreo Travel Guide

Trujillo

Popular places to visit

Trujillo Plaza de Armas which includes a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture as well as a small group of people

Trujillo Plaza de Armas

4/5(2 reviews)

Visit an elegant 17th-century cathedral, view colorful colonial buildings and be part of cultural events at Trujillo’s animated main square.

Trujillo Plaza de Armas
Trujillo Cathedral showing a church or cathedral

Trujillo Cathedral

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Magnificent altarpieces, stunning canvases and beautiful façades captivate visitors to this 17th-century cathedral on the Plaza de Armas.

Trujillo Cathedral
Trujillo which includes street scenes

Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala

Find out about the history of Trujillo when you take a trip to Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala

Real Plaza Trujillo

During your visit to Trujillo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Real Plaza Trujillo. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.

Real Plaza Trujillo

Mall Aventura Plaza

4/5(1 review)

During your visit to Trujillo, you can do some window-shopping at Mall Aventura Plaza. Discover the area's museums and spas.

Mall Aventura Plaza

National University of Trujillo

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of National University of Trujillo during your trip to Trujillo. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

National University of Trujillo

Things to do

Ancient artifact in Huaca Rajada archeological site of Peru

5-Day Moche Civilization Tour

฿27,251
per traveller
5-Day Moche Civilization Tour
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

฿5,184
per traveller
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo
Main Square - Trujillo

Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo

฿875
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo
Trujillo City Tour & Archaeological Museum

Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum

฿1,458
per adult
Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum
Steve & Friends, just outside Temple of the Sun and The Moon, such a great spirit.

Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide

฿2,106
per adult
Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide
El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour in Trujillo

El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour and Lady of Cao

฿2,944
per traveller
El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour and Lady of Cao
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Top hotels in El Recreo

Las Palmeras Inn
Las Palmeras Inn
3 out of 5
Calle: Paraguay 319 - El Recreo, Trujillo, La Libertad
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museo Huacas de Moche and Belen Church are located ...
not so pleasant stay
"bedroom is very basic. i was afraid to flush the toilet due to backup on the drain. breakfast was microwaved food which isn't ideal for me. most staff couldn't commucate in Englidh. Overall, not so pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2019

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Las Palmeras Inn
Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
4 out of 5
Jiron Independencia 485, Plaza de Armas, Trujillo, La Libertad
The price is ฿1,900 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿1,900
฿2,091 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (388 reviews)
Amazing manager
"Great location, good value! excellent service, Thanks to Anthony our stay was the best"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
3.5 out of 5
Av. El Golf 591, Víctor Larco Herrera, La Libertad
The price is ฿1,951 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿1,951
฿2,146 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Víctor Larco Herrera. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Huacas del Sol ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (85 reviews)
Gracias chicos!
"It was greet. The staff was great and exceptional service really they went above and beyond to treat us well."

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
5 out of 5
Los Cocoteros 505, Víctor Larco Herrera, La Libertad
The price is ฿2,043 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿2,043
฿2,247 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Víctor Larco Herrera. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (491 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
ibis Trujillo
ibis Trujillo
3 out of 5
149 Calle Santa Teresa de Jesus, Trujillo, La Libertad
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,188 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿1,188
฿1,307 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santo Domingo Church and Casa de ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"We stayed for 6 days and loved it. Room was standard Ibis small, but functional with desk and closet to put away luggage and hang/store clothes. Bathroom also a comfortable size with hot shower. Daily cleaning also nice. Staff was very friendly and food at the restaurant tasty and of good quality, ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

ibis Trujillo
Tierra Viva Trujillo
Tierra Viva Trujillo
3.5 out of 5
San Martin de Porres 204, Urbanizacion San Andres, Trujillo, Trujillo
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Santo Domingo Church and Casa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Good location, clean rooms, great service"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2025

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Tierra Viva Trujillo
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Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo

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Monserrate

While Monserrate isn't home to many top sights, Real Plaza Trujillo and Trujillo Plaza de Armas are some notable places to visit nearby.

Monserrate
Trujillo showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Trujillo

Downtown Trujillo is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trujillo Cathedral and Trujillo Plaza de Armas.

Downtown Trujillo
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Vista Hermosa

Vista Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Santo Domingo Church and Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vista Hermosa
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El Alambre

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Alambre and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu.

El Alambre
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Vista Hermosa II Etapa

Though Vista Hermosa II Etapa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall Aventura Plaza and Real Plaza Trujillo.

Vista Hermosa II Etapa
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Natasha Alta

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Natasha Alta and surrounding area, you can visit Mall Aventura Plaza and Huaca La Esmeralda.

Natasha Alta

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