Things to Do in Trujillo, Peru - Trujillo Attractions
Things to Do in Trujillo
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Chan Chan, Complejo Arqueologico El Brujo - Museo Cao, Cultural Tours, Historic Sites. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Private and Luxuryfromper adult$65
Day Tripsfromper adult$30
Private Sightseeing Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)$82- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$120
4WD Toursfromper adult$182
Winter Sportsfromper adult$70
Private and Luxuryfromper adult$20
Multi-day Toursfromper adult$3,795
Day Tripsfromper adult$60- fromper adult (price varies by group size)$65
Historic Sites
History Museums
Historic Sites
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- Bruno VAREQUIPA, Peru1,265 contributionsThe ruins open to the public are just a small part of the whole complex. You don't need a guide. They sell a leaflet for 5 soles which has enough information, as well as some information boards. The mirador is not open to the public (yet?). Bring water, because it gets hot. This is a must when you are in Trujillo.
The museum is a joke, just one small room with some archological pieces. The rest is under construction. When walking back from Chan Chan, take the small pedestrian path on the right that leads you to the Huaca Toledo, an impressive pyramid construction.Written January 1, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Anne TArequipa, Peru8 contributionsWell worth the trip from Trujillo. It is about 65k and we paid a taxi to take us there for a reasonable price. Glad we did because there is not much public transport available and it is a long journey. The archeological site is very interesting, we had an audio guide downloaded into our phone available at the reception as we walked around. Some incredible friezes depicting scenes from Moche culture. The highlight was the tomb where the mummified Lady of Cao was found with various valuable artefacts. The mummy herself can be seen via a mirror in the adjacent museum together with incredible fine and intricate artefacts.Written May 1, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KieranLima, Peru1,514 contributionsExcellent museum. And probably the best we visited while in Trujillo. It’s s/5 entry per adult.
The museum could use better lighting, And it lacks informational cards in English on most exhibits.
Yet, the finds taken from the Moche pyramids and located here, are absolutely fascinating. I’d definitely recommend visiting this site while visiting Trujillo and the Moche Pyramids.
It’s so much better than the garbage dump that is Chan Chan.Written November 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ITRTVirginia46,586 contributionsPlaza de Armas de Trujillo is the main square where the Spaniards founded the city in 1534 and where Trujillo became independent on the 29th of December in 1820. Many colorful buildings surround the square including the yellow Cathedral Basilica of St. Mary and the Monument of Liberty. The monument has three sections. The first section has a circular platform with pedestals resting on a base. This serves as a support for the large sculptures representing art, science, trade, and health. The second section has three large statues: one of a man bent symbolizing slavery. Another shows a man with his arms back signifying the fight for freedom. In the third statues the man’s hands are raised indicating freedom. At the top, a statue of a women holding a torch reminiscent of the United States’ Statue of Liberty.Written March 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- KieranLima, Peru1,514 contributionsThe Trujillo Cathedral Basilica is worth visiting when you’re in Trujillo. Yet unless you’re in or around the Trujillo Plaza de Armas, I wouldn’t bother going out of your way to see it.
It’s nowhere near as impressive as other cathedrals in Peru. But it is still nice.
The roof has modern-ish painting. And the alter is small and unimpressive, even in comparison to other cathedrals in Trujillo (example - Santo Domingo Church).Written November 18, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ITRTVirginia46,586 contributionsWe toured the Casa Calonge Museum located across from the Plaza de Armas de Trujillo. Take note of the beautiful, intricately carved wooden entrance door. In the mansion are exhibits of gold artifacts from the Chimu culture and ceramics as well as the gorgeous furniture from the Spanish and Peruvian Republican eras and the writing desk where Simon Bolivar used to draft his treaties of emancipation from the Spanish crown. Today the mansion is owned by the Banco Central.Written March 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Robert ORotterdam, The Netherlands6,761 contributionsThis is a huge mall on the margins of the city on the road to the Huanchaco coastal area. The mall is gated and well guarded. Many visitors come by car, as there is lots of space to park and security. Access for pedestrians is through small gates where attentive guards keep a close eye on who is entering. City buses B and H stop at the mall.
For travellers the many shops like Tottus and Ripley, and smaller fashion shops selling clothes, shoes, electronic devices etc. are perhaps of interest. There is a food court as well. A metro supermarket is at a corner of the complex.Written March 21, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - LissetteMiramar, FL64 contributionsWe paid 7 soles for the entrance. It's really nice but not so many toys, only 4 rooms of exhibition.Written July 28, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- YojoaDonChicago, IL204 contributionsThis house originally belonged to a Spanish count in colonial times. Around 1841 it passed ownership to Juan Manuel Iturregui, a figure from Peru's fight for independence. In the mid 1800s it was considered to be one of the finest houses in all of South America. Today the house is home to the Club Central, an exclusive club for Trujillo's finest families. Most of the building is restricted to members (and their guests) but all visitors can wander in to the first courtyard and visit a room to one side which is used for special exhibits. If you want to see more of the inside, check out their Facebook page.
Ironically, next door is the Casa del Pueblo, a community center operated by the APRA group with services for the poor, cheap lunches, etc. It serves totally the opposite group of people. The central meeting room (open to the public) has a huge permanent exhibit of old photos.Written October 18, 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BELMONT IpswichIpswich, UK772 contributionsThis archeological site is basically a large, high walled, square with ancient designs on the walls. However it is an interesting historical site which is worth a visit.Written April 8, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tracey JPennsylvania9 contributionsI visited here in August during Winter in South America. While many plants were not in bloom at this time of year, there was enough diversity of foliage to make it interesting. We were guided by Raul, the owner, who told us of the garden's history and showed us how the garden was designed to heighten all the senses, smell, sight and sound. We also learned how the garden was laid out according to ancient Moche tradition as it was developed on Moche lands near the Temples of the Sun and Moon. So when you go visit the Temples, spend some time at the Jardin de los sentidos, a nice cool break from the heat and dust of the temples.Written August 19, 2014This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CFEIIICenter, TX5,831 contributionsI was in this museum several years ago, but enjoyed my visit this time too. I could not tell if there were significant additions or reductions. Lots of interesting stuff to see here and we’ll displayed by societies both before and after the Incas. I particularly enjoyed the Chimu and Nazca displays.Written June 16, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
