El Recreo

Trujillo

Popular places to visit

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

Trujillo Plaza de Armas

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

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

Trujillo Cathedral
Trujillo showing street scenes

Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala

Find out about the history of Trujillo with a stop at Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala

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

Antenor Orrego Private University

Explore the campus of Antenor Orrego Private University as part of your travels around Trujillo. Discover the area's museums and spas.

Antenor Orrego Private University

Real Plaza Trujillo

During your visit to Trujillo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Real Plaza Trujillo. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.

Real Plaza Trujillo

Things to do

Main Square - Trujillo

Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo

P1,549
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo
Ancient artifact in Huaca Rajada archeological site of Peru

5-Day Moche Civilization Tour

P48,236
per traveler
5-Day Moche Civilization Tour
From Trujillo: Complete full day tour with museums

From Trujillo: Complete full day tour with museums

P2,581
per adult
From Trujillo: Complete full day tour with museums
Steve & Friends, just outside Temple of the Sun and The Moon, such a great spirit.

Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide

P3,728
per adult
Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide
Tour to Chan Chan, Huanchaco and Pisco Sour Tasting

Tour to Chan Chan, Huanchaco and Pisco Sour Tasting

P7,931
per adult
Tour to Chan Chan, Huanchaco and Pisco Sour Tasting
El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour in Trujillo

El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour and Lady of Cao

P5,209
per traveler
El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour and Lady of Cao
See all activities in Trujillo

Top hotels in El Recreo

Hostal El Condado
Hostal El Condado
3 out of 5
309-313 Calle Paraguay, Trujillo, La Libertad
Stay at this 3-star hostal in Trujillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museo Huacas de Moche and Belen Church are located ...
4/10 (3 reviews)
Don’t try to stay here.
"This hostal was replaced with a Sunarp office some time before we got there and was not taken off the available hotels list for Trujillo. Very disappointed about that."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2018

Get rates
Hostal El Condado
Portada del Sol
Portada del Sol
3 out of 5
Avenida 28 De Julio 140, Trujillo, La Libertad
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santo Domingo Church and Belen Church ...
7.4/10 Good! (15 reviews)
"Budget hotel within a 10 min walk of the central town square and across the road from combi buses to Chanchan and Huanchaco (1.5 sol). Showers hot, wifi good, basic breakfast (as expected), staff universally lovely. Room a little dated but provided everything needed. Very happy with my stay."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2017

Get rates
Portada del Sol
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 P5,084 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P5,084
P5,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
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 our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (374 reviews)
"Great for walking around"

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro
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 P3,722 per night from 9 May to 10 May
P3,722
P4,094 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Víctor Larco Herrera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (481 reviews)
"Beautiful building. Perfect for a relaxing time and as a stop when travelling by car. Easy access from the main highway. Excellent service!"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Wyndham Costa del Sol Trujillo
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
3.5 out of 5
Av. El Golf 591, Víctor Larco Herrera, La Libertad
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,376 per night from 10 May to 11 May
P3,376
P3,714 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Víctor Larco Herrera. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Huacas del Sol ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (78 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 Feb 8, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Trujillo
ibis Trujillo
ibis Trujillo
3 out of 5
149 Calle Santa Teresa de Jesus, Trujillo, La Libertad
The price is P2,470 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
P2,470
P2,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Trujillo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Santo Domingo Church and Casa de ...
9/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"IBIS is well located in a quite area of Trujillo and well connected to reach the main attractions of the City"

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025

ibis Trujillo
See all 171 properties in El Recreo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo

Default Image

Monserrate

While there might not be top attractions in Monserrate, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Real Plaza Trujillo and Trujillo Plaza de Armas.

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

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
Default Image

Vista Hermosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit Trujillo Plaza de Armas and Real Plaza Trujillo.

Vista Hermosa
Default Image

El Alambre

While El Alambre might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mall Aventura Plaza and Coliseo Gran Chimu.

El Alambre
Default Image

Vista Hermosa II Etapa

Vista Hermosa II Etapa might not have many top sights, but Mall Aventura Plaza and Real Plaza Trujillo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vista Hermosa II Etapa
Default Image

Natasha Alta

While Natasha Alta isn't home to many top sights, Mall Aventura Plaza and Huaca La Esmeralda are some notable places to visit nearby.

Natasha Alta

El Recreo