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Trujillo is Peru's third-largest city and was one of the first to be founded by the Spanish.
When Pizarro founded the city in 1534, he named it after his hometown in Spain. It is the attractive capital of the La Libertad department and retains much of its colonial flavour.
More elegant than neighbouring cities, Trujillo makes an excellent base for visiting the nearby archaeological sites including Chan Chan and the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna among others.
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Suggested itinerary featuring Trujillo
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Trujillo, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Trujillo
- Cajamarca 75 miles away
- Chiclayo 109 miles away
- Chachapoyas 153 miles away
Photos of Trujillo
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![Reed surf boards, Trujillo beach]()
Reed surf boards, Trujillo beach -
![Chan Chan, Trujillo, Peru]()
Chan Chan, Trujillo, Peru -
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Trujillo, Peru -
![The pier on Huanchaco beach]()
The pier on Huanchaco beach -
![Main plaza, Trujillo]()
Main plaza, Trujillo -
![Main plaza in Trujillo]()
Main plaza in Trujillo -
![Catedral de la Ciudad de Trujillo]()
Catedral de la Ciudad de Trujillo -
![Plaza Mayor, Trujillo]()
Plaza Mayor, Trujillo
Accommodation choices for Trujillo
We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Trujillo. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
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![Hotel Libertador Trujillo]()
Costa del Sol Trujillo Downtown
Located in a corner of the main square, the hotel has 78 spacious rooms all with en suite facilities, air conditioning and cable TV.
Ideas for experiencing Trujillo
Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Trujillo, and which use the best local guides.
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Chan Chan ruins ![Adobe Walls, Chan Chan, Chimu culture, Peru]()
Chan Chan ruins
Chan Chan ruins
You will be collected from your hotel and taken to the fascinating Chan Chan adobe ruins along with a visit to Huanchaco beach village.
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Huacas de Sol y Luna ![Intricate carvings inside the Huaca de la Luna]()
Huacas de Sol y Luna
Huacas de Sol y Luna
A private half day tour of the sacred tombs of the Sun and the Moon.
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