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

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

Mall Aventura Plaza

During your visit to Trujillo, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home 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

Main Square - Trujillo

Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo

P1,505
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

P46,878
per traveler
5-Day Moche Civilization Tour
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

P8,919
per traveler
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo
Trujillo City Tour & Archaeological Museum

Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum

P2,508
per adult
Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum
Full day Trujillo - Private Service

Full day Trujillo

P3,902
per adult
Full day Trujillo
Steve & Friends, just outside Temple of the Sun and The Moon, such a great spirit.

Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide

P3,623
per adult
Customize Cruise Ship Full Day tour - English Guide
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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 WiFi, 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 Nov 3, 2019

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Las Palmeras Inn
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 ...
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

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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 ...
"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

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Portada del Sol
Hostal El Centurión
Hostal El Centurión
3 out of 5
Calle Paraguay Nº 304, Urb. El Recreo, Trujillo, La Libertad
Stay at this 3-star hostal in Trujillo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Museo Huacas de Moche and Belen Church are located ...
"Excelente ubicación, limpio, gente muy amable y con mucho conocimiento del área"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2019

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Hostal El Centurión
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 P3,532 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
P3,532
P3,885 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (387 reviews)
Amazing manager
"Great location, good value! excellent service, Thanks to Anthony our stay was the best"

Reviewed on May 26, 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 P3,595 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P3,595
P3,955 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
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! (84 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

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Other neighbourhoods around El Recreo

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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
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Vista Hermosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Hermosa and surrounding area, you can visit Santo Domingo Church and Casa de Mayorazgo de Facala.

Vista Hermosa
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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
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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
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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

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