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

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

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

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

Things to do

Main Square - Trujillo

Full Day Tour Huacas, Chan Chan & Huanchaco - Trujillo

P1,531
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

P2,551
per adult
Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum
Enjoy sandboarding with professionals.

Sandboarding Tour in Trujillo

P3,969
per adult
Sandboarding Tour in Trujillo
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo

P9,072
per traveler
Peruvian Paso Horse & Marinera show with lunch in Trujillo
Ancient artifact in Huaca Rajada archeological site of Peru

5-Day Moche Civilization Tour

P43,868
per traveler
5-Day Moche Civilization Tour
El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour in Trujillo

El Brujo Complex Archaeological Tour and Lady of Cao

P5,151
per traveler
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 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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Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro

Costa del Sol Trujillo Centro

4 out of 5
Jiron Independencia 485, Plaza de Armas, Trujillo, La Libertad
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,879 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P3,879
P4,267 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
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! (399 reviews)
"Awesome and helpful staff, great location."

Reviewed on Jul 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 P3,559 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P3,559
P3,915 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (495 reviews)
"The property is very well kept, and it is comfortable, but the best asset is their customer service crew. The front desk managers were very attentive and kind,also the restaurant was amazing and the level of care and support just amazing!!"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 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
The price is P3,857 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P3,857
P4,243 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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! (91 reviews)
"Excellent stay here in a beautiful room and when the climate control system was not working in my first room they easily swapped me to another one helping me with my baggage. The quality of the breakfast buffet was fine although they could do a little bit more to make the pre-processed meats and ..."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton 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 WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santo Domingo Church and Casa ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Friendly Staff. Welcoming & Safe. Very Clean. Great Vista from Desayuno Room on roof. Great Vibe Overall"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

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Tierra Viva Trujillo
qp Hotels Trujillo

qp Hotels Trujillo

3.5 out of 5
Av El Golf 682 Victor Larco Herrera, Víctor Larco Herrera, La Libertad
The price is P2,743 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
P2,743
P2,743 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Víctor Larco Herrera. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Huacas del Sol ...
7.8/10 Good! (81 reviews)
"Limpio, personal atento, bien ubicado, habitaciones confortables, si es huésped peruano debe pagar adicionalmente el IGV, pero esto está especificado al momento de hacer la reservación. Para los huéspedes extranjeros es ideal ya que están exonerados del impuesto."

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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 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

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

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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