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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 amongst others.
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Start planning your tailor-made trip to Trujillo by calling one of our Peru specialists on 01993 838 620
Suggested Trujillo itinerary
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.
Highlights of Peru's Pre-Inca North
Discover the little known and seldom seen gems dotted across northern Peru's dramatic rugged landscapes. From the ruins of pre-Inca kingdoms nearly lost to time and pristine colonial architecture of Trujillo to the never-ending vistas and cascading torrents of Gocta falls you will come away with an incredible catalogue of knowledge and adventures most visitors to Peru rarely get to experience.
Map of Trujillo
Places & hotels on the map
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 -
![Reed boats on Huanchaco beach]()
Reed boats on Huanchaco beach -
![The pier on Huanchaco beach]()
The pier on Huanchaco beach -
![Main plaza, Trujillo]()
Main plaza, Trujillo -
![Plaza Mayor , Trujillo]()
Plaza Mayor , Trujillo -
![Main plaza in Trujillo]()
Main plaza in Trujillo -
![Catedral de la Ciudad de Trujillo]()
Catedral de la Ciudad de Trujillo -
![Chan Chan, Trujillo, Peru]()
Chan Chan, Trujillo, Peru
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.
Hotel Libertador Trujillo
Located in a privileged 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.
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.