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How long is the drive from Cuenca to Lima?

The direct drive from Cuenca to Lima is 901 mi (1,450 km), and should have a drive time of 22 hrs 28 mins in normal traffic.

If you’re going on a road trip from Cuenca to Lima, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Trujillo and Cajamarca, as well as top places to visit like Manglares de Puerto Pizarro and Las Pocitas, or the ever-popular Machala.

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Top cities between Cuenca and Lima

The top cities between Cuenca and Lima are Trujillo and Cajamarca. Trujillo is the most popular city on the route. It's 13 hours from Cuenca and 9 hours from Lima.
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Cajamarca

Cajamarca, a city nestled in the northern highlands of Peru within the Andes Mountains, boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage. The Plaza de Armas is surrounded by stunning baroque colonial architecture, including the ornate Cajamarca Cathedral with its gold leaf–covered altar and the Monastery of San Francisco featuring catacombs and a religious art museum.
57% as popular as Trujillo
2 hours off the main route, 50% of way to Lima
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Trujillo

Trujillo, located in northwestern Peru, is a city steeped in history and culture. The colonial center boasts architectural wonders such as the Trujillo Cathedral and Casa Urquiaga. Nearby, the neoclassical Iturregui Palace showcases Italian marble statues and a picturesque courtyard. Just west of the city lies Chan Chan, an expansive adobe complex that was once home to the ancient Chimu kingdom.
Most popular city on this route
9 minutes off the main route, 58% of way to Lima

Best stops along Cuenca to Lima drive

The top stops along the way from Cuenca to Lima (with short detours) are Chan Chan, Cumbemayo Tours, and La Huaca del Sol. Other popular stops include Huascaran, Las Pocitas, and Royal Tombs Of Sipan Museum.
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Machala

Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Machala, situated in the southwest of Ecuador, serves as the capital of El Oro Province and is positioned close to the Gulf of Guayaquil on productive lowlands. With a population of around 288,072 residents, it stands as the country's sixth-largest city and holds the status of being the second most significant port. Additionally, Machala offers transportation services to various destinations in Peru such as Piura, Tumbes, Mancora, and Chiclayo.
4.0
(78)
Ecuador
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Manglares de Puerto Pizarro

Sightseeing tour agency
Nature & Parks
Nature & Wildlife Areas
It was a nice experience being here. Great for taking photographs of animals. Many unique species in the area. The sunsets are also pretty amazing. Take a boat, make sure you have insect repellent. You will need it.
Gyason — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful experience that I would repeat again, you feel total calm, take a tour with Anadaratours Eirl. We recommend. The food is delicious and fresh of good quality, there are many souvenirs to buy and give to the family, and delicious sweets from the area. (Original) Hermosa experiencia que volveria a repetir, se siente una calma total, tome un tour con Anadaratours Eirl. Recomendadisimos. La comida es deliciosa y fresca de buena calidad, hay muchos recuerdos para comprar y regalar a la familia, y ricos dulces de la zona.
Katherine T — Google review
(Translated by Google) The mangroves of Puerto Pizarro are a very pleasant place where. You can walk around and have fun with many activities from games in the water. And also the tour to the crocodile farm there is a variety of foods and souvenirs. Very pretty. Highly recommended (Original) Los manglares de puerto Pizarro son un lugar muy agradable donde. Se puede pasear y divertirse tiene muchas actividades desde juegos en el agua. Y también los tour hasta el criadero de cocodrilos hay variedad de comidas y recuerdos. Muy bonitos. Muy recomendado
Pedro M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nice tourist place, I was surprised that the black shell ceviche is not as good as I thought..... Maybe one has very high expectations for trying to eat in the same place of the mangroves... (Original) Bonito lugar turístico, me sorprendió que el ceviche de conchas negras no sea tan bueno como pensaba..... Tal vez uno se da unas expectativas muy altas por tratarse de comer en el mismo lugar de los manglares...
Oscar A — Google review
(Translated by Google) It is a nice tourist area of ​​Tumbes. You can go to Love Island for lunch and enjoy the beach estuary with warm water and no waves. A nice day is spent with family or friends. (Original) Es una linda zona turística de Tumbes. Se puede ir a la Isla del Amor a almorzar y disfrutar del estero de playa con agua tibia y sin olas. Se pasa bonito día con la familia o amigos.
Jane V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Without a doubt, a paradise in our Peru 🤩 A very kind young man gave us the tour. We saw crocodiles, birds and now we know and value the work of the people who remove the black shells. (Original) Sin duda alguna un paraíso de nuestro Perú 🤩 Un joven muy amable nos hizo el recorrido. Vimos cocodrilos, aves y ahora sabemos y valoramos el trabajo de las personas que sacan las conchas negras.
Patricia V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Located in Tumbes (Peru), they are famous for their black shells and mollusks. In the mangroves are the Island of Love and the Tumbesian Crocodile Zoo. If you have some time, I recommend visiting the Manglar House in Puerto Pizarro Bay. (Original) Ubicados en Tumbes (Perú), son célebres por sus conchas negras y moluscos. En los manglares se encuentran la Isla del Amor y el Zoocriadero de cocdrilos tumbesinos. Si tienes algo de tiempo, te recomiendo visitar la Casa del Manglar en la Bahía de Puerto Pizarro.
Albert F — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very curious place, where there is a lot of vegetation (mangroves) where birds, shrimp, etc. live. Which give a beautiful landscape to the beach or the port. (Original) Un lugar muy curioso , donde existe mucha vegetación (los manglares) donde ws habitad de aves , 🦀, langostinos, etc. Que le dan un hermoso paisaje a la playa o al puerto.
Magda C — Google review
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4.1
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Av Miguel grau- puerto Pizarro, Tumbes, Peru
+51 927 751 929
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Las Pocitas

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Beach
Outdoor Activities
Las Pocitas is a picturesque beach located about 3 miles south of Mancora, accessible by tuk-tuks. It offers swimming, rock pools, and seafront dining options. While services are limited, visitors can enjoy a tranquil and safe environment with most hotels and houses equipped with swimming pools. The area is perfect for families, friends, or couples seeking a relaxing vacation.
(Translated by Google) Very quiet, safe beach. Easy access on foot and in certain parts you can get a car very close to the beach. (Original) Playa muy tranquila, segura. De fácil acceso a pie y en ciertas partes entra carro hasta muy cerca de playa.
Alejandro C — Google review
Beautiful beach, very calm and clear water excellent for families with youn children.
KK E — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good service, but the service and facilities leave a lot to be desired. However, for the price it is fine. But as a recommendation, bring repellent, other blankets, towels. Or in another case pay something more and stay somewhere else. (Original) Buena atención, pero el servicio y las instalaciones dejan bastante que desear. Sin embargo por el precio está bien. Pero como recomendación llevar repelente, otras frazadas, toallas. O en otro caso pagar algo más y hospedarse en otro lugar.
GIAN D — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach, super quiet and safe. The vacation you want, with family, friends, partner. Most houses and hotels have a swimming pool and all the services to spend many days relaxing and having fun. (Original) Hermosa playa, súper tranquila y segura. Las vacaciones que quieras, en familia, amigos, pareja. La mayoría de casas y hoteles tienen piscina y todos los servicios para poder pasar muchos días de relax y diversión.
Carlos M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Everything is very nice (Original) Todo muy lindo
Virna I — Google review
(Translated by Google) If you don't know how to swim you have to go to pools, as the name itself says, they are nice pools/pools, ideal to go with children, there are usually small fish and the water is warm, it is advisable to go from 10 to 12:30 after midnight. tide rises. (Original) Si no sabes nadar tienes que ir a pocitas, como su mismo nombre lo dice son pocitas/piscinas agradables, ideales para ir con niños, suele haber pequeños peces y el agua está tibia, recomendable ir de 10 a 12:30 pasado la hora la marea sube.
Menina — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent place, made naturally, to swim in the morning with a variety of fish, very nice place, a paradise near Máncora (Original) Excelente lugar, hecho de forma natural, para nadar por la mañana con diversidad de pescados, muy lindo lugar, un paraíso cerca de Máncora
Marcelo L — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very quiet place, refreshing water to take a good bath😀😀 (Original) Un lugar muy tranquilo, agua refrescante para darse un buen baño😀😀
Gustavo G — Google review
4.6
(113)
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4.2
(719)
Máncora, Peru, USA
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Spondylus Dive Center

Dive shop
Tours
I had a fantastic experience obtaining my PADI license at Spondylus Dive Center. The owner, Maurice, provided comprehensive theory lessons and conducted a pool dive to ensure our understanding. The facilities were of high quality and made me feel secure throughout the process. We even enjoyed a delicious lunch before joining Maurice's friends at a local restaurant. Over the next two days, we had amazing dives with Maurice as our exceptional instructor. Despite the murky water conditions, the underwater life and coral formations were extraordinary.
Our family picked Spondylus to complete two of their offered programs: Open Water Diver and Discover Scuba Diving. My daughter did the first one and three other people did the second one. The staff at Spondylus are amazing. From the first day, they gave us all the necessary information. They encouraged us to try scuba diving by sharing their passion and love for their work. They made us feel very comfortable and treated us like family. The instructors are A1! Knowledgeable, funny, and make you feel safe at all times. They speak English and have a lot of experience diving in many parts of the world. My daughter managed to complete the Open Water Diver in a few days. I was able to successfully complete my first dive at 54 years old and with 100 kg. I never thought I would be able to do it, if it were not for the support of Spondylus staff members like: Claudia, Nataly, Maurice, and Lucho. I recommend them. Don't let your fears and ignorance deprive you from discovering the beauties under the sea of Mancora.
Miguel Z — Google review
Such an amazing experience, thank you to Maurice. I feel confident and excited about diving now. It was a compassionate, professional and clear experience!
Minnie — Google review
Nice budget friendly accommodation. Equipped with a large kitchen, fairly comfortable rooms & away from noise from town. We observed the scuba diving training, as PADI open water holders. The training here looked superb.
SEB W — Google review
Had an amazing dive here! Carlos as instructor and Maurice as dive partner, both were superb and gave me the best experience exploring the reef around Los Órganos. Will definitely return!
Alex T — Google review
I had a great experience with Spondylus Dive Center. I completed my advanced open water certificate with Maurice who was a great instructor, very professional and knowledgable.
Lauren D — Google review
Very friendly and competent instructors! The included breakfast was very good and the diving fun overall. Especially with the turtles
Shadow C — Google review
An amazing experience diving 10 metres to the reef at Punta Veleros, Órganos with Spondylus. It was my first time scuba diving (DSD) and it felt great, the instructor Carlos was super clear with all instructions and we felt 100% safe all the time, he even took pictures and videos of us underwater. We saw octopi changing colours, huge urchins and blowfish, diversity of corals, several fish banks, even Dolly made an appearance. I felt like an astronaut exploring another planet! Very recommended if you are visiting Máncora or near the north shore of Peru.
Diego A — Google review
Great experience with spondylus, either for the booking part than the diving session itself. The team is really nice, accessible and joyful. It have been really simple to arrange the diving session and I have been well guided when it came to diving. Great moment of my trip in Máncora. I recommend.
Margot M — Google review
4.7
(246)
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4.8
(763)
Au. Panamericana N 476, Máncora 20850, Peru
http://www.spondylusdcmancora.com/
+51 999 891 268
5

Nado Con Tortugas

Playground
Nature & Parks
Nature & Wildlife Areas
(Translated by Google) fun and I love the turtles, they are beautiful although the water is a little black (Original) divertido y amo a las tortugas son hermosas aunque el agua esa un poco negra
Elizabeth L — Google review
(Translated by Google) very beautiful I loved it (Original) muy hermoso lo ame
Bae L — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very funny🌊🐢 (Original) Muy divertido🌊🐢
The A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Good activity but it is recommended not to try to touch the turtles or feed them. (Original) Buena actividad pero recomendable no intentar tocar a las tortugas o alimentarlas
Atzel G — Google review
(Translated by Google) From the pier, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the turtles. Admission to the pier costs 5 soles per person. If you want to swim with the turtles, you also have to pay for a pointless boat ride and then get off next to the pier stairs. Personally, it's not worth it; there are other tours that include this option and are better and cheaper. (Original) Desde el muelle, se puede apreciar de una manera muy linda las tortugas, el ingreso al muelle cuesta 5 soles por persona, adicionalmente a eso si quieres nadar con las tortugas debes pagar una lancha sin ningún sentido para después bajarte al lado de las escaleras del muelle. Personalmente no vale la pena, hay otros tour el cual incluye este plan y sale mejor y más económico.
Daniel F — Google review
4.6
(10)
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4.3
(491)
QRM9+3GM, Ñuro, Peru
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Parque Recreacional Jipiro

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Park
Nature & Parks
Parque Recreacional Jipiro, located north of downtown, is a large park offering various activities for visitors. On weekends, it's a great spot for people-watching and affordable leisure pursuits such as horseback riding and paddle boating. The park features sports courts, mini-train rides, and replicas of iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and St Basil's Cathedral. Families can enjoy picnics on the well-maintained grounds with ample seating options.
Such a cool park! There’s a variety of activities to do here for kids and adults. They have row boats in the water and a lot of different playgrounds for kids. The birds are also beautiful there’s a flamingo!
Bella G — Google review
Something for everyone, lots of things to do for the little ones!
Stephanie M — Google review
It's a nice park.. I love to come back here with my kids.. Lot's of things you can do here from skates, extreme skateboards, biking, hiking, boating, and much more.. They also have swimming pool and mirror around the world.. You can feed the ducks, goose and flamingo.. So many things to do.. I so fun for kids and kids like me..
TeamKkarlex — Google review
Great park with many photo opportunities. Interesting buildings. A lake with small boats. Recreational activities. Nice walkable paths.
Al G — Google review
Jipiro Park is a good place where you can feel very relax, specially on weekends. This place offers you a lot of thing such as: horse riding, childish games, canoe ride and some soccer and baskteball fields, where you can practice sports with your family. So, if you want to be relax rounded by green spaces, to have a picnic or walk with your pets, you should go there. North of town, this kid-friendly park offers a giant chessboard, a skate park, a Chinese pagoda, a pint-size Kremlin, small animal enclosures and a paddleboat pond.
Pablo S — Google review
Looks like a fun park but it was CLOSED today on Saturday, August 22, 2020. We walked the perimeter and took some pics. They had barb wire and fences all around it to keep people out, doesn't look like it will open soon. Too bad 😱. There are two streams that cut thru the park, one is nice, one is filthy - see the scary pic where they merge.
Tim T — Google review
I adore this park! It is really big and you can see important places from other countries! Also, you can drive a boat through all the park.
Valeria T — Google review
What an elaborately fun park for children and adults. There is so much to do and see. The kids loved riding the electric and peddle vehicles. Bike riding, walking and feeding the ducks were also fun.
Paula R — Google review
4.6
(9301)
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4.5
(231)
Velasco Ibarra 1982, Loja, Ecuador
+593 98 249 7853
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Gate of the City

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Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
The Gate of the City, or Puerta de la Ciudad, stands as a majestic entryway into downtown Loja, Ecuador. This impressive castle-like structure features an arched doorway that welcomes visitors from the north and leads them down Sucre street towards vibrant central plazas. Built in the late 1990s, it is unique to Loja and houses a small museum showcasing local culture alongside charming metal sculptures of Don Quijote and Sancho Panza.
Beautiful view from the top. Great cafe and restaurant upstairs.
Louise M — Google review
Very nice place to take pictures from the street and the tower offers a great view of the city. There was a temporary exhibition of Maria de Lourdes Balarezo, an artist from Quito. Recommended.
Christopher Y — Google review
The city of Loja is a charming destination to visit, it is renowned for its music scene and rich cultural heritage. Puerta de la ciudad, it represents a magical space due to its structure in the form of a castle in the center of the city. People are attentive, respectful and kind to tourists. This place is always kept clean and quiet. We were really excited to walk into town from the bus terminal and be able to cross a bridge and walk through this dramatic city gate. It looks 100 years old but surprisingly is fairly recent. Nice detail and picturesque. A great feature of Loja! An historically accurate representation of a Spanish Colonial City Gate that has become one of the major sites in Loja for great photo opportunities. Near other historical artworks and place you do not want to miss on your visit to Loja!
Gabe C — Google review
Great place to hangout, soak in the atmosphere, and enjoy sitting by the river where Zamora and Malacatos rivers meet. Wow!
Jim J — Google review
A pleasant location, with a couple of restaurants. It looked like you need to enter one of the restaurants to go to the top of the gate.
David G — Google review
There are artistic paintings, historic sites and a garden setting with a river. The river itself has some trash on some areas (i.e. Rincon De Borgoña restaurant side) The area itself was a short walk. The restaurants in the area are not open until 10am.
Maria B — Google review
So beautiful a must see, you can walk up to the tower and have lunch
Josephine J — Google review
Loja is a great place. The gate to the city is just a nice touch.
Al G — Google review
4.7
(1022)
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4.5
(209)
18 de Noviembre &, Loja, Ecuador
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Plaza de Armas Piura

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2 lists 
City park
Sights & Landmarks
Plaza de Armas de Piura is considered one of Peru's oldest and most charming main squares. The city green space is adorned with old tamarind trees, flowers, and park benches, as well as the marble statue "Pola." Every Sunday, a flag lifting ceremony takes place here. While it offers a pleasant spot to relax under the shade, some feel that more attention should be given to its upkeep considering its historical significance.
Piura is a very interesting tropical city, with most hospitable people. An excellent 5* hotel on one side of the Plaza, and a number of traditional restaurants on the other. Not on the conventional tourist trail but much loved by Peruvians. Where the republic of Peru was founded in 1830 by General Grau, whose home is now a museum.
Gareth H — Google review
The plaza is an area to see the locals relax and go about their day. It is surrounded by shops and eateries. The cathedral is beautiful with its glorious architecture. This is a passing attraction in Piura. It is beautiful at night with the lights illuminating the area. It is good for some photo opportunities and to see locals just sitting around and conversing.
Louis C — Google review
Very nice town square with historic Catholic cathedral.
Benjamin C — Google review
A nice big park in the center of Piura, surrounded by plenty of shops and restaurants and the Santa Rosa cathedral. Many street vendors selling snacks, ice cream, shaved ice with syrups, etc. around. A nice break in the city.
Michelle T — Google review
Great place, clean and croudet ,people really nice ,everybody doing own business, cero stress ...
Enrique R — Google review
Chevere
David G — Google review
Cute little place to walk around surrounded by shops, pharmacies and banks so you can get anything you forgot before moving forward with your trip, especially if you're visiting the beach town in Màncora. There's a little museum too that you can visit.
Denisse H — Google review
A good space to spend some time under the shade. However, it should definitely be improved considering the history of the city and the number of years of its creation. The streets around it are being paved and there is a lot of dust and dirt everywhere. Needs a bit more of care.
Elser L — Google review
4.3
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4.1
(350)
Jr. Huancavelica 724, Piura 20001, Peru
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Museo de Sitio de Tucume

Museum
Specialty Museums
Museum includes English and Spanish texts, so easy to visit as a foreign tourist. The rooms have nice artifacts and good information explains their origin and the people who crafted them. The museum gives a good oversight as to how the pyramids were used over time by the different cultures.
Brian D — Google review
We caught a combi to Tucume from Lambayeque and then walked to the museum. After a long and very hot walk we arrived at the museum and were told the site is closed due to the rains, and only the museum was open, but without a discount in price. There was no way to view the pyramids up close. Then we couldn't find a moto to take us back to town, so we had another long walk back. I wouldn't recommend visiting unless you can confirm the site is open.
Rowan B — Google review
The museum is open. The rest seems to be closed. Or guide would not let us go close to the pyramides. They where closed?? This looks like a place that is not operating on a good tourist level. Disappointing.
Truls N — Google review
Real good museum about the history of the region. Signage in both English and Spanish and the old pyramids are absolutely breathtaking. Spent 1 hour in the museum and 2 hours walking around the pyramids. Don’t forgot to go to the mirador and see the hairless dogs indigenous to the area. Highly recommend. It’s S2.5 combi ride from Chiclayo and S3 motortaxi ride once you get to Tucume to the museum.
Miss M — Google review
Interesting things tying together the present and past. And everything was in English too!
Jake M — Google review
Its a small museum but nice. Start here before going to the pyramid and mirador.
YK — Google review
Some reproductions & much original artifacts. Lots of good signage on BOTH Spanish and English.
Don K — Google review
Excelente para aprender historia. This is specifically for children
Jorge M — Google review
4.6
(261)
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4.2
(110)
Acceso al Museo, Túcume 14120, Peru
https://museos.cultura.pe/museos/museo-de-sitio-t%C3%BAcume
+51 978 167 851
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Royal Tombs Of Sipan Museum

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Archaeological museum
Museums
Specialty Museums
The Museum of the Royal Tombs of Sipan, located in northern Peru, is a remarkable pyramid-shaped establishment dedicated to exhibiting intricate funerary objects from the pre-Inca Royal Tombs of Sipan. Opened in November 2002, this world-class facility features a carefully curated collection displayed with great care and attention to detail. Photography is not allowed, and visitors must have their bags checked before entering.
Omg the museum recently had renovations and it looks amazing, there are professional guides who tell you great stories behind the pieces, great experience, be aware that you can’t bring large bags into the museum but they have an area where they store your belongs to pick up when ready to leave.
David A — Google review
The Royal Tombs of Sipán Museum near Chiclayo is a must-visit if you love history and archaeology. The pyramid-style architecture itself reflects the ancient Moche culture, and inside you walk through the story of the Lord of Sipán step by step, from excavation to the stunning treasures found in his tomb. The gold, silver, ceramics, and textiles give a deep insight into the artistry and beliefs of the Mochica civilization. The museum is very well maintained — clean, organized, and carefully curated with proper lighting and security that protect these priceless artifacts. The exhibits are presented with respect and detail, making it easy to appreciate the importance of this culture in Peru’s history. Some explanations are only in Spanish and weekends can be a bit crowded, but overall it is one of the best museums in Peru and highly recommended 😊😊😊
Sunilkumar A — Google review
Visited this great museum in March this year. It’s a fantastic experience. Well worth a visit if you’re nearby
Mark P — Google review
Be prepared to spend a lot of time looking around it's a very impressive museum and well thought out
David M — Google review
Really well presented, the artifacts are fasincating and you'll get a lot out of it if you're an enthusiast or casual history fan. It has great english translations for the first couple of rooms and then they abruptly stop and don't reappear for the rest of the museum.
The T — Google review
Excellent museum. Make sure to put personal belongings in locker as they do not allow large bags. Pay for a guide or you will not get the full experience. A must see in peru. I was lucky enough to be there for thier 35 year anniversary today.
Eric M — Google review
Beautiful museum, with amazing exhibits, really enjoyed, paid extra for a guided tour, but unfortunately the English speaking guide, spoke hardly any English. Very few of the exhibits had English explanations. But I still enjoyed my time here
Paul S — Google review
Unexpectedly amazing. Probably the most complete archaeological museum I've ever been to. Storyline is very well done and items are kept on careful display. You will be amazed here. I do hope the museum will translate more of the information to English. It seemed they stopped doing that somewhere halfway, which is a shame!
Job S — Google review
4.7
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4.8
(708)
Juan Pablo Vizcardo y Guzmán 895, Lambayeque 14013, Peru
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Plaza de Armas

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Town square
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Plaza de Armas is located in the heart of Chiclayo and is surrounded by impressive architectural structures. Visitors can find a convenient tourism booth right on the plaza, while the Tourist Information Centre is just a few blocks away to the east, along Saenz Pena and off Vicente de la Vega.
3.7
(317)
Distrito de Picsi 14301, Peru, USA
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Playa Pimentel

Playground
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Playa Pimentel is a picturesque and serene beach that offers a peaceful and calming environment. It features a fairly extensive dock where visitors can enjoy the scenic views and indulge in fresh seafood sourced directly from local fishermen. Alongside this, there are numerous restaurants and attractions available, including surf lessons and aerobics classes. With its family-friendly atmosphere, Playa Pimentel is an ideal destination for those looking to spend quality time with their loved ones.
Beautiful and relaxing beach! Definitely visit the fairly long muelle (dock) too. At the southern end you can find fresh seafood from the local fishermen. It is also nice to see the cute totoritas sail through the sea.
Salva C — Google review
Wonderful beach. I found more restaurants and attractions such as Surf's class and aerobics.
Jacqueline V — Google review
Very nice beach. Not to much people. Nice and cheap restaurant's close to the beach
Dominik K — Google review
Good place to go with you family 🏖️🌅
Carlos — Google review
Chevere
Moises M — Google review
Super super bella
Alfredo G — Google review
Perfect
Jk M — Google review
Relaxxxxx
ELIDA C — Google review
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5366+VX6, Manuel Seoane, Pimentel 14000, Peru
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Cumbemayo Tours

Travel agency
Sights & Landmarks
Ancient Ruins
Cumbemayo Tours offers an unforgettable journey through the remarkable pre-Inca engineering marvel known as Cumbemayo, which translates to "well-made water channel" in Quechua. Visitors rave about the knowledgeable guides, particularly Emanuel and Manuel, who share their deep understanding of the site with enthusiasm and passion. Travelers have expressed surprise at how enriching the experience is, often exceeding their expectations.
I took the cumbemayo tour here, they are one of the most affordable in town, and the tour itself was good! High recommendable
Mike L — Google review
(Translated by Google) We did the Cumbemayo tour. Our guide Emanuel has incredible knowledge, speaks excellent English and takes a lot of time to pass on his knowledge. We didn't have high expectations of the tour and were very positively surprised. Absolutely recommended (for 20 soles) (Original) Wir haben die Cumbemayo-Tour gemacht. Unser Guide Emanuel hat ein unglaubliches Wissen, spricht hervorragend Englisch und nimmt sich viel Zeit, um sein Wissen weiterzugeben. Wir hatten keine hohen Erwartungen an die Tour und wurden sehr positiv überrascht. Absolut empfehlenswert (für 20 Soles)
S M — Google review
(Translated by Google) The best travel agency you can find in Cajamarca: The service was excellent, the advice on the tours, and the prices were perfect. I would definitely take tours with this agency again because they make the experience so much better. (Original) La mejor agencia turística que puedes encontrar en Cajamarca: El trato brindado fue excelente, la asesoría para los tours y los precios fueron perfectos. Sin duda volvería a tomar los tours con esta agencia nuevamente porque hacen que la experiencia sea muchísimo mejor.
Kentaro G — Google review
(Translated by Google) Take tours of: Otuzco windows Namora Porcon Cumbemayo Truly everyone had a great experience with these two great guides Marcelino and Manuel. They really are eminences, they are friendly and know the places very well, it was an incredible experience, we recommend it (Original) Tome los tour de: Ventanillas de Otuzco Namora Porcon Cumbemayo Realmente todos una gran experiencia al lado de estos dos grandes guias Marcelino y Manuel. Realmente son eminencias, son amables y conocen muy bien los lugares, fue una increible experiencia recomendadisimos
Miguel A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Professor Manuel is a great expert on the town and he introduced it to us with a lot of love and passion. We didn't do any tours with the agency but if Mr. Manuel takes it, they must be great. (Original) Profesor Manuel es un gran conocedor de la localidad y nos la presento con mucho cariño y pasion. No hicimos ningun tour con la agencia pero si la lleva señor Manuel, tienen que ser estupendos.
Ondra S — Google review
(Translated by Google) They send you without a guide, they don't comply with the itinerary and they move you from bus to bus because they oversell seats (Original) Te mandan sin guía, no cumplen con el itinerario y te mueven de bus en bus porque sobrevenden asientos
Alex M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Take two co tours. They and the service and the guides who were in charge of the group were very good. Recommended!!!! (Original) Tome dos tours co. Ellos y el servicio y los guías q estuvieron a cargo del grupo fueron muy buenos. Recomendado!!!!
Mariella C — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very good experience just by reaching the valley and what to say when you start the walk, I have no words to describe it, I recommend it, travel and get to know (Original) Muy buena experiencia con solo llegar al valle y que decir cuando empiezas la caminata, no tengo palabras para describirlo, se los recomiendo, viajen y conozcan
Edith — Google review
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Amalia Puga 635, Cajamarca 06002, Peru
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cumbemayo
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Plaza de Armas of Cajamarca

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Sights & Landmarks
City park
Plaza de Armas of Cajamarca is a charming city square in Peru, steeped in history and surrounded by colonial architecture. It was once a triangular courtyard during the Inca era and became famous as the site where Francisco Pizarro captured Inca Emperor Atahualpa in 1532. The plaza features a beautiful octagonal stone pool marking this historic event. Visitors can admire the old fountain, churches, and local landmarks while exploring the area's rich history through scattered historical tablets.
The city centre and town square was really lively and vibrant. Plants were nice and well maintained.
Chin H — Google review
Very beautiful main square, surrounded by historic colonial buildings and churches. It’s a lively spot where locals and visitors gather, with gardens, fountains, and a relaxed atmosphere. A perfect starting point to explore the city and enjoy the heart of Cajamarca.
Adrian H — Google review
Everything was good, the weather was sometimes hot, rain and little cold.
Margarete S — Google review
Lot's of vegetation and places to sit. There is a cathedral and a few restaurants nearby that are worth visiting and you can walk up the hill towards a church to view the whole city bu that's about all in Cajamarca.
Zuz T — Google review
Beautiful and well kept. One negative is that there are far to many benders trying to sell you something.
C “ — Google review
Beautiful set for the Christmas and New Year with colorful figures and constructions for kids. Park is clean and quite few options to find a shade and chill with friends and family. In the night it is lift up and holiday sculptures are creating warm atmosphere. The fountain is a central blue light with the cathedral on one side and church in the other. Clean and nice.
Liene D — Google review
A wonderful place to go. The history of this place is very evident in the hundreds of years old architecture of the Spanish Colonial era. Sadly there are no pure Incans around to tell the story of Cajamarca as they were all slaughtered.
JB — Google review
It's a good place to take time off and to take cute pictures.
Jacqueline V — Google review
4.6
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4.4
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Cajamarca 06001, Peru
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Cerro Santa Apolonia

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Mountain peak
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Cerro Santa Apolonia is a vibrant hill in Cajamarca, Peru, associated with the ancient Chavín people. It features tombs and an observation tower. At the summit, there's a simple white cross marking the mirador, offering spectacular panoramic views of the town. The journey to the top is almost as pleasant as the destination, with walking paths spiraling around the whole hilltop.
(Translated by Google) A place with an incredible view, it is a little tiring to climb because it is uphill and the number of stairs is exhausting, but it is a nice walk if done calmly, there is a lot to go and the views are wonderful (Original) Un lugar con una vista increíble, es un poco cansado subir porque es cuesta arriba y desgasta la cantidad de escaleras pero es una linda caminata si se hace con tranquilidad, hay mucho por recorrer y las vistas son maravillosas
Andrea S — Google review
Beautiful hill to walk up not far from the plaza de armas. It is 3 soles to enter which is well worth it for the commanding views this hill offers over the city.
Stephen K — Google review
(Translated by Google) A nice tourist attraction in Cajamarca, it is worth every step climbed, you can see all of Cajamarca from above, beautiful! There is a wide variety of restaurants and crafts, among others. (Original) Un lindo atractivo turístico de Cajamarca, vale la pena cada escalón subido ,se ve toda Cajamarca desde arriba hermoso ! Hay mucha variedad de restaurantes y artesanias entre otros.
Suzanne B — Google review
A wow place , a lot of stairs , tourist place with more stairs , but amazing views, a small church , a fountain with a view of Cajamarca, the inca view of the city,super good picture, you pay like a $1 for entrance
Tatiana C — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful place, definitely the grade should be the highest but, unfortunately, the residents of this beautiful city do not take care of their own heritage and the place looks like a garbage dump, water bottles and confetti wrappers abound, highlighting more than the place. (Original) Hermoso lugar, definitivamente la nota debería ser la maxima pero, lamentablemente, los residentes de esta hermosa cuidad no cuidan su propio patrimonio y el lugar parece un basural, botellas de agua y envoltorios de confetis abundan destacando más que el lugar.
Gonzalo A — Google review
(Translated by Google) Very nice place to visit (Original) Muy bonito lugar para visitar
Marbelly D — Google review
(Translated by Google) It costs 3 soles per person and is worth it, it has a nice sign and a good view, plus it is quite big (Original) Cuesta 3 soles por persona y vale la pena, tiene un bonito letrero y buena vista, además que es grandecito
André R — Google review
(Translated by Google) I loved it. Honestly, it's very beautiful, but it needs to support tourism: improve lighting, install railings to help with climbing, and protect children. Signs to help you climb the cross without getting lost, and railings. (Original) Lo ame, sinceramente muy bonito, pero le falta apoyar el turismo: mejorar iluminación, colocar barandas para ayudar a la subida y protección para los niños. Señalización para subir a la cruz sin perderse y barandas
Alejandra R — Google review
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Cajamarca 06002, Peru
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Archeological complex El Brujo

Archaeological museum
Museums
Ancient, Moche-era archeological complex with ruins, art, wall designs, a mummy & various artifacts.
We started our trip at 10 am at Trujillo center and finished around 3:30pm.The pieces of art is great . The lady of chaos is the unique piece in the north of Peru in such a great preservation, showing the importance of this woman in that place. You will need to pay s/10 for entry to the museum. I will recommend to accept only payments in order to avoid problems to people who don't carry cash. Toilets very clean and everything well organized.
Henreli C — Google review
I spent some really interesting hours in the archaeological complex El Brujo. It covers thousands of years of uninterrupted human occupation. The complex is situated about 70 km north of Trujillo. It is about a 45 minutes drive from Trujillo and absolutely worth the trip. The latest excavations carried out at the pyramid called Huaca Cao have revealed a ceremonial site that is 1800 years old. It was built with the intention to bury a royal person. They found a mummified young female person. The condition of the mummy was so good that the could see tattooes on different parts of her body. We could see the body in the museum. She was called: La dama de Cao, (The Lady of Cao) and we could see a lot of artefacts and jewellery. After seeing the museum, we walked around in the huaca, and it was really interesting. This was the Moche culture, and I recommend reading about the Moche before you visit El Brujo. And it is also interesting to make a stop in the nearby village Magdalena de Cao. Lots of nice paintings on the walls of the houses.
Alfhild H — Google review
I most see if you already saw Chan Chan, Huaca del sol and Huaca de la Luna. They have a " mummified woman ruler". The site is one hour away from the city of Trujillo but the trip is worth it.
Gian S — Google review
Awesome site! Didn’t see a witch or wizard but the paintings and walls were very impressive! One of the better sites around Trujillo, and quite straightforward to reach without a tour, just leave yourself plenty of time for the return as the colectivo was slow to fill back from Magdalena
Tristan R — Google review
The archaeological site of El Brujo is absolutely amazing! The ruins are impressive and the museums are very well organized and informative. This was an important ceremonial complex of the Moche culture, dating back to around 100–750 AD. You can still see the remains of pyramids, temples, and incredible murals that tell stories of rituals and daily life. One of the highlights is learning about the Señora de Cao, a female ruler discovered here, whose tomb and artifacts are beautifully displayed in the museum. A fascinating place that combines history, culture, and stunning views of the coast—definitely worth the visit!
Adrian H — Google review
This place was see inspiring considering it was built 1000 years before the Incas. You could easily spend all day walking around
David M — Google review
Not quite as impressive size wise as some of the other archeological sites we had visited. However the number of tombs discovered so far really give an insight to the changing burial techniques over time. A lack of funds has temporarily stopped any further excavation. If you visit Peru it is still worth the effort.
David F — Google review
Pyramids nowhere near as impressive as later Inca, Azrec or Mayan structures and they have been greatly eroded by rain. However the excavations show an advanced culture fir ghe time. The museum gives an excellent interpretation and there is a room full of gold clothing, ornaments etc that the Spaniards missed giving us all a better insight into the distant. past
Graham B — Google review
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4.7
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60km al norte de, Trujillo 13750, Peru
http://www.elbrujo.pe/
+51 933 412 730
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Restaurant Huanchaco Beach

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Restaurant
Outdoor Activities
Beaches
Nestled along the stunning northern coast of Peru, Restaurant Huanchaco Beach is a culinary gem that specializes in fresh seafood and traditional Peruvian dishes. With its breathtaking ocean views, this charming eatery offers an inviting atmosphere perfect for enjoying a delightful meal after a day spent soaking up the sun or engaging in water sports at Huanchaco Beach.
It was a great experience by trying causas and their special ceviche with huanchaco sauce. Really enjoyed every second killing my dish.
Cesar D — Google review
Best place for ceviche de corvina. It’s $$ comparing to other restaurants in the same location, but you are paying for the quality of your foods!!! The fresh lemonade was perfect with any meals and so refreshing. Definitely come back here again soon.
Ryan N — Google review
Nice view to the beach, food was very good specially "ceviche" and shrimps.
ダビド — Google review
Im here right now. I got the Ceviche de Pescado and I immediately stopped eating just to write that review. I spent 2 months in Mancora eating the best ceviches and this Ceviche (Huanchaco Beach) is by far the best I have ever eaten. Fish looks good, seasoned and made super-well and tasty. Big portion. I gave it 4 stars just because it is expensive, for a fish ceviche I payed 39 /s which is quite a lot.
Chen L — Google review
The ceviche was normal, but expensive. the place has very nice views.
Jose H — Google review
It took more than an hour to get my meal! Horrible service
Pedro M — Google review
Just average food, nothing exciting. Nice view.
James M — Google review
Good food and beautiful view of the surf
James T — Google review
4.2
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3.9
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Avenida Victor Larco Herrera, Huanchaco 13000, Peru
+51 954 090 230
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Chan Chan

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Archaeological museum
Sights & Landmarks
Chan Chan is a significant pre-Columbian archaeological site in America, known for its vast adobe complex adorned with art and carvings. Located just 10 minutes from Huanchaco, it attracts numerous tourists daily. The ruins are part of a larger adventure that includes nearby sites like the Huacas del Sol y de la Luna and Huaca de Bruja. For surfers, the proximity to Huanchaco's renowned surf makes it an appealing destination.
I can't believe Chan Chan isn't more well known and visited. It's an amazing archeological site with interesting history. If you enjoyed Machu Picchu, the history and culture, then make the trip north to Trujillo and see Chan Chan. It's a different culture and history, but no less interesting.
Fred C — Google review
It was great and really interesting and if you have kids then they would be really engaged if you hire a tour guide
Gabriel — Google review
Certainly Chan Chan is one of the historically highly important archeological sites in the country. However, from a visitor's perspective the site has a few drawbacks. First, there is very little to no information at the archeological spots (only some in the museum). At the main site you can not even tell what is "original" and what was reconstructed. Second, the complex is large and scattered across the area (the ticket covers four spots) - you either need a driver or be prepared to walk quiet a lot. There is also no information on where to start and which route to take between the four spots. Of you habe the time, pay this site a visit and decide for yourself. Bit if you have to choose, I would personally recommend Huaca de Luna instead for a half-day trip.
Dmitry S — Google review
Absolutely impressive site! The ruins of Chan Chan are huge and give you a real sense of the scale of this ancient city. It’s very well maintained and easy to explore, with detailed explanations about the culture and history of the Chimú civilization. Walking through the palaces and seeing the geometric and animal designs on the walls is truly fascinating. A must-visit if you’re in Trujillo!
Adrian H — Google review
I think the chan chan site itself was not as impressive as I originally thought. Not a lot of parts of the chan chan ancient city was open to public so the visit to the chan chan site itself was not very long. There are not a lot of description or reconstruction pictures shown on site so it all depends on the guide. Our guide was excellent so it was ok but the site itself was not well presented. It was also not very crowded during our visit. Must visit the museum beforehand or else you won’t know what is happening out there.
Celia Y — Google review
This visit is a must go !! I definitely recommend to visit this place and to take a guide (60 soles). With a guide it is much more easy to project oneself in the culture and lifestyle of the Chimu and understand the interaction between different cultures in Peru (Moche, Chimu, Inka). Without a guide, you won’t be able to catch all the details and subtleties of this place!
Patricia C — Google review
I recommend to take a tour to get information about the place. We didn't get a guide but it worse to pay for it
Behzad G — Google review
Awe inspiring place for its huge scale more than anything. The mud carvings are attractive and lots of conservation and repair work is ongoing. The museum is a little small and dated but the city makes up for it.
Tom M — Google review
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Site Museum, Av. Chan Chan 101 Urb, Trujillo 13000, Peru
http://www.chanchan.gob.pe/
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Plaza de Armas of Trujillo

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Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
The Plaza de Armas of Trujillo is a vibrant and beautifully landscaped square that serves as the heart of this historic city. Celebrating Trujillo's independence with its striking central sculpture, the monument to Liberty crafted by German sculptor Edmund Moeller, it draws visitors in with its charm. This plaza is not just a picturesque spot; it's also surrounded by stunning architecture featuring colorful facades that reflect the city's rich history from both the Viceroyalty and Republican eras.
One of the nicest plazas in Peru. It’s also the cleanest. Sunsets and early evenings in the plaza are beautiful. All the glowing bikes, toy cars and other neon-colored light up toys just made the place so much more beautiful.
Kieran B — Google review
Very cool colourful city centre but a lot of people and cars all the time
Timothy C — Google review
Really cool place in the center of Trujillo. Safe, lots of families around and security is solid. The architecture is really beautiful and it is a nice space, and there are also many great restaurants within one block of the plaza itself. Must-visit place if you’re visiting Trujillo or Huanchaco.
Chris C — Google review
Beautiful main square! A vibrant and historic place surrounded by colonial architecture and colorful buildings. The central monument is impressive, and the atmosphere is lively both during the day and in the evening. A great spot to start exploring Trujillo and enjoy the local vibe.
Adrian H — Google review
A pleasant surprise, an architectural treat lots of beautiful old colonial administrative buildings around this huge square, clean and hassle free. Some nice restaurants and coffee shops around the square to definitely worth a visit.
Louis D — Google review
My favourite Plaza de Armas in Peru. An open and spacious square surrounded by colourful colonial architecture with a monument dedicated to the fight for independence.
J M — Google review
Nice big plaza. Could do with more green and shade.
Bami N — Google review
Small but lovely and interesting part of Trujillo
Nova S — Google review
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4.4
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Trujillo 13001, Peru
+51 44 484240
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La Huaca del Sol

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Historical place
Sights & Landmarks
La Huaca del Sol is a significant archaeological site in the region, built by the Moche civilization. It served as a royal residence, ceremony site, and burial chamber. The complex includes the Temples of the Sun and the Moon, with the latter featuring phenomenal multicolored friezes. While the larger Huaca del Sol is closed to visitors, La Huaca de la Luna offers well-preserved structures and remarkable polychrome murals on its multi-story wall.
So you really should come and join a guided tour (available in Spanish, English and French every hour or so), we did almost 2 hours and it was possibly the best pyramids in Peru we have visited (mostly thanks to the University that runs it). The explanations were really good, the route was nice, lots of shade and lots of conserved murals and structures to see. It's about 20 soles in an Uber from the city, 10 soles entry (+5 soles for the museum) and a guide is by donation (we gave 15 soles each).
Matthew B — Google review
Very interesting site! We had a lovely tour guide (sadly I don’t quite remember here name, Even?). The tours are free on a donation basis. They have tours in English and Spanish with the last English tour being at 3.15pm. Only annoying and rude thing was that the ticket seller sold us museum tickets even though it was only open for 8 more min (until 4pm)! I understand that the site needs money but this is not the way to get it. If you’re in Trujillo you should definitely check out this site!
Flowerly — Google review
The "Temple of the Sun" Huace del Sol is another Pyramid-style ceremonial place of the Moche civilization. Located close to the Temple of the Moon, just outside of Trujillo. Unfortunately the Spanish Colonial Forces destroyed a lot of this site after their search for gold. The site itself still is an impressive reminder on the high capabilities in architecture of pre-Colombian civilizations.
Tee K — Google review
Great to see the sun temple and be part of a tour group where the pictures / significance is explained. Some places were badly destroyed but you can see they are actively trying to keep what is left preserved.
Kara H — Google review
I had never heard of this civilization. Well preserved tiles, especially considering they are mud brick. The people who lived there were some blood-thirsty MFers.
Scott M — Google review
I wound up walking in since I took a Moche colectivo instead of one that comes direct to the museum. That worked well because the onsite tours do not visit Huaca del Sol. They go through Huaca de Luna. There are signs indicating that you shouldn't attempt to climb the pyramid. It was nice that I could see it up close as I walked the rest of the way to the fee station.
Mike M — Google review
Amazing place, museum was informative and had explanations in English. Our English guide Rosemary was really good and the guide service was included in the entrance fee (10 soles for site and 5 for museum). Definitely recommend thoroughly enjoyed.
Fiona P — Google review
This is something which you don't want to miss. If you are a history buff and like knowing the story of the people of Peru, this is a great stop! Away from the city, you can get a real feel for what it meant to be a part of the Peruvian civilizations of old!
Thanael C — Google review
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Valle de Moche, Moche, Peru
http://www.huacasdemoche.pe/
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Lake 69

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Lake
Nature & Parks
Bodies of Water
Nestled amidst the snow-capped mountains, this high-altitude lake offers a plethora of recreational activities such as kayaking, boating, hiking and camping. The area is renowned for its breathtaking views and popular treks including the Laguna 69 and Paron Lake hikes which are doable in a day.
It's a gorgeous, breath taking colorful lake in the Andes mountains of Ancash, Perú. You must book a tour with a local agency in Huaraz and they'll provide transportation and guidance for 50 soles. You must pay another 30 for the entrance fee. If you plan to go to other places of the national park, you should buy the 3 day pass for 60. The hike can take from 2-3 hours on the way up and 1 to 2 hours coming back. Try to get used to the height before going here because you'll get sick otherwise. Also, take snacks and lunch with you since there are no restaurants around. There are more lakes on the way so have your camera ready!!
Diego R — Google review
Fantastic scenery. The hike for fit people is a maximum of three hours up and two down. Unfit Instagrammers who haven’t acclimated should have second thoughts. Indeed there were 7 people on our minibus who were not fit enough to make it to the lagoon.
SEB W — Google review
The ascent takes on average 2.5-3 hours. It’s a fairly simple hike, not too steep but requires a decent level of fitness. It’s 7 km each way, and it’s a point to point route so no chance of getting lost. The views are absolutely breathtaking along the way, and there is a smaller body of water called Consolation lake for those who cannot reach Lagoon 69 within the time limit given. Ideally time to acclimate before the hike is recommended as it can be difficult otherwise. Luckily the day we hiked was quiet of crowds but there was many a wild bull roaming but they are completely placid. Small restaurant selling drinks and snacks and toilets for 1 sol at the beginning of the trek. The road in and out was actually horrendous and so much worse than the hike itself so prepare. If you get motion sickness this might be an issue.
J M — Google review
Quite the hike to get there, but well worth it. Nice coffee & biscuits in the hut when finished as well! No point in uploading photos - you know what it looks like! Amazing.
Alan S — Google review
One of the best things I've seen on my trip around south America. I had been told good things about laguna 69 and I was not disappointed. The scenery was stunning and I was amazed at how quite and tranquil it was. I'd definitely recommend coming here as it's such an stunning bit of nature!
Calum T — Google review
LAGUNA 69 has the most amazing views. Your trek to this lake will give your eyes the beauty of creeks, rivers, cascades, waterfalls and fauna of the area. Get ready to trek 5.1 miles to reach it, but the journey is so worth it. Enjoy the cool breeze and the sun rays of the day! 🇵🇪 ☀️ 🏔 💕 🗻 🌄
Jackie E — Google review
Absolutely fantastic - the kind of places that is definitely better irl than in any instagram adultered post. The hike up is ok, the views are beautiful, and the last bit psycho torture :) but the moment you see the plaque with the name of the lagoon and the lagoon behind it.. it is just the reason everyone hikes. We were lucky with the weather, but only for a few minutes. The clouds settled in quite fast. If you go on an organised tour from Huaraz, get ready for a long three-hour drive to go and another 3 hours back, with half of it in very bad and bumpy roads.
Nuno L — Google review
Did it in mid March 2025. Collectivo rides were organized by a tour company through my hostel (Alpes Huaraz). 3 hours drive with breakfast stop. Hike up support challenging due to altitude. Rainy, cold, muddy. Check out the AllTrails app with it's altitude profile to get a clearer idea. Well worth it.
Erdin T — Google review
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4.9
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02160, Peru, USA
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Llanganuco Lakes

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Lake
Nature & Parks
Bodies of Water
Llanganuco Lakes, located in Huascaran National Park near the town of Caraz, are a must-visit destination. The journey from Huaraz takes about 2 hours by bus or shared taxi. These stunning lakes are known for their turquoise waters and breathtaking mountain backdrop. While some caution that the road can be rough, visitors agree that the beauty of the lakes makes it all worthwhile. There is an entrance fee to access the national park for maintenance purposes.
Beautiful crystal clear lake
Gabriel K — Google review
The lake is nice, but i went with organized tour, better to go on foot
Edocip93 — Google review
Excelente Tours: PERU MOUNTAIN TRANS EIRL.
James S — Google review
Very beautiful! A bit touristic but worth the view
Naomi B — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful. The road trip can be tiring, especially because of the trail, but the landscape is very beautiful. I recommend that you take a pill for altitude (soroche), so that you don't get shocked and feel bad. Take into account the entrance to the lagoon. Foreigners are charged S/30. The boat ride cost us S/10 per person. (Original) Muy bonito. El viaje en carretera puede ser cansado, más que todo por la trocha, pero es muy bonito el paisaje. Les recomiendo que se tomen una pastilla para la altura (soroche), para que no les choque y se vayan a sentir mal. Tengan en cuenta la entrada para la laguna. A los extranjeros se les cobra S/30. El paseo en bote nos costó S/10 por persona.
Belissa T — Google review
(Translated by Google) 🌄 Welcome to VIAVIAJERA! on YouTube 🚗 On this adventure, we depart from Lima to the heart of the Peruvian Andes, to discover the landscapes of Huaraz and the ancient legacy of Chavín de Huántar. During this route, we cross imposing mountains, turquoise lagoons like Llanganuco, queñuale forests, Andean villages steeped in history, and of course, we explore one of the oldest ceremonial centers in Peru: the enigmatic Chavín Temple. (Original) 🌄 ¡Bienvenidos a VIAVIAJERA! en YouTube 🚗 En esta aventura partimos desde Lima hacia el corazón de los Andes peruanos, para descubrir los paisajes de Huaraz y el legado milenario de Chavín de Huántar. Durante esta ruta atravesamos montañas imponentes, lagunas turquesas como Llanganuco, bosques de queñuales, pueblos andinos llenos de historia, y por supuesto, exploramos uno de los centros ceremoniales más antiguos del Perú: el enigmático Templo de Chavín.
Alan A — Google review
(Translated by Google) A beautiful experience, connecting with nature. Just dress warmly because it's very cold. (Original) Bonita experiencia, conectar con la naturaleza, solo abríguense bien por que hace demasiado frioo
Gabriela R — Google review
(Translated by Google) This place is absolutely spectacular. Visit and enjoy the moment. Almost 4,000 meters above sea level. Beautiful. Spectacular. Worth every second. It takes a while to get there. Bad road. But it's all good. Choose your tour agency carefully. Some charge extra for this tour alone. Other agencies combine this tour with Laguna 69. That way you can save a little money. (Original) Espetacular demais esse lugar. Visitar e curtir o momento. Quase 4 mil de altitude. Lindo. Espetacular. Vale cada segunda. Demora um pouco a chegar. Estrada ruim. Mas bem de boa. Escolha bem agência que vai te levar. Algumas cobram pra ir só nesse passeio. Outras agências fazem esse passeio com a laguna 69. Já economizar um pouco.
Douglas L — Google review
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Huascaran

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Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
Huascaran, the highest mountain in Peru, is a twin-summit peak located in the Andes of west-central Peru. Rising to 22,205 feet above sea level, it is a popular destination for mountaineers and climbers. The most well-known itinerary to climb Huascaran starts from Huaraz and passes through Musho before reaching the Base Camp.
One of the most beautiful places, clean air and pure water coming down from it full of minerals. Highly recommend because it's not crowded
Luz Z — Google review
Feels like that mountain is coming again soon.
Jane. B — Google review
Mount Huascarán is the highest peak in Peru and one of the most majestic in the entire Andes mountain range. Located within Huascarán National Park in the Ancash region, it rises to an impressive 6,768 meters (22,205 feet) above sea level, making it the tallest point in Peru and the second highest in South America, just behind Aconcagua in Argentina. Beyond its geographical significance, Huascarán holds deep symbolic value for Peruvians and is a revered destination for mountaineers, nature lovers, and landscape photographers. The mountain consists of two main summits: Huascarán Norte (6,654 m) and Huascarán Sur (6,768 m), the latter being the highest. Surrounded by glacial valleys, turquoise lagoons, and snow-covered peaks, the scenery is breathtaking. The picturesque town of Huaraz serves as the base for many hikes and expeditions and offers stunning views of the mountain. The region is also home to unique Andean biodiversity, with flora and fauna specially adapted to high-altitude conditions. Climbing Huascarán is a serious challenge, suitable only for experienced climbers. The extreme altitude, unstable glaciers, and rapidly changing weather demand technical skills and physical preparation. However, for those who prefer to admire the mountain from a distance, there are numerous trekking routes nearby—such as those leading to the Llanganuco Lakes—that offer spectacular views. Whether for adventure, contemplation, or a connection with Andean nature, Mount Huascarán stands as a towering symbol of beauty, strength, and awe.
Fabricio H — Google review
50 km of trekking and meet trekkers and rest in tend.
Maurizio P — Google review
Walked around the santa cruz loop, absolutely stunning, takes about 4 days in total and it is one of the best treks I have ever done, would thoroughly recommend it, Lake 69 is also unbelievably beautiful
Pete ( — Google review
Beautiful area. It is worth visiting..
Ralph T — Google review
Among us
Daniel G — Google review
So nice
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Playa Tortuga

Beach
Outdoor Activities
(Translated by Google) A spectacular place, good human quality (Original) Ul lugar espectacular, buena calidad humana
Jimny V — Google review
Nice quiet secluded. From time to time you run into little quaint places nobody seems to be aware of, this is one of them. A small bay/fishing village/summer home community. Plenty of restaurants to choose from all featuring the catch of the day. The ambiance invites to R&R to the point it is difficult to decide when to leave and when doing so promising yourself to be back in a near future
C C — Google review
Restaurant Cesar
Ricardo U — Google review
(Translated by Google) The beach is beautiful and hygienic, you can still see life in the sea. It is recommended to bring aquashoes, float and umbrella. The food is delicious and fresh. Only at the level of hotel services and accommodations is the offer scarce, bad and expensive. They must improve in that aspect. From there, beautiful spa. (Original) La playa es bonita e higiénica, se nota vida aún en el mar. Recomendable llevar aquashoes, flotador y sombrilla. La comida es deliciosa y fresca. Solo a nivel de servicios hoteleros y hospedajes la oferta es escasa, mala y cara. Deben mejorar en ese aspecto. De ahí, precioso balneario.
Vanesa F — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach. In the sea, at first, there are stones, then sand. You can rent boats for 25 soles an hour and visit the coastline. (Original) Hermosa playa. En el mar, al principio, hay piedras, luego arena. Puedes alquilar botes a 25 soles la hora y visitar el litoral.
Marissa R — Google review
(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach on the coast of Ancash, with various places to have lunch, spend the night or take a walk with the family. It has ample parking spaces, a rest area, and it also has a rocky beach in the central part and sandy areas at the ends. You can also ride a boat, bicycle or practice extreme sports if you have your motorcycle, enduro, ATV or sandboarding. A fair and necessary stop for all travelers. (Original) Hermosa playa de la costa de Ancash, con diversos lugares para almorzar, pernoctar o para pasear en familia. Cuenta con amplios espacios para estacionamiento, zona de descanso, además tiene una playa enrocada en la parte central y zonas de arena a los extremos. Además se puede pasear en bote, bicicletas o practicar deportes extremo si cuentas con tu motocicleta, enduro, cuatrimoto o sandboarding. Una parada justa y necesaria para todos los viajeros.
Victor M — Google review
(Translated by Google) A very pleasant coastal town. It is worth stopping if you are passing through the North Pan-American Highway. You can take a boat trip, it lasts approximately 1 hour, and only seagulls, pelicans and some cormorants are usually seen. Price of the boat trip S/ 20 per person. (Original) Un pueblo costero muy agradable. Merece la pena parar si te pilla de paso por la panamericana norte. Puedes hacer un viaje en bote, duración aproximada 1 hora, no se avistan más que gaviotas, pelícanos y algun cormoran, habitualmente. Precio del viaje en bote S/ 20 por persona.
Nomadawana F — Google review
(Translated by Google) Nice place, but you don't see any turtles, hahaha (Original) Bonito lugar, pero no se ven tortugas jejeje
Italo M — Google review
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Tortuga 02665, Peru, USA
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Churup Lake

Lake
Nature & Parks
Bodies of Water
Nestled at an altitude of 4,480 meters, Churup Lake is renowned for its stunning clear, blue-green waters. The hike to the lake takes about two hours and can be quite challenging due to steep sections where metal chains are used for assistance. However, the breathtaking beauty of the lake makes it all worthwhile. Accessible via a colectivo to Pitec and a subsequent trek, this adventure offers diverse landscapes that only get more captivating as you ascend.
This is a location about 40 minutes by motorcycle from the center of Huaraz. You can stop at the parking lot and start climbing the mountain. Most of the path consists of stairs; it's not exactly a trail for easy walking, but rather steps. You'll climb the steps for about 90 minutes to reach the destination. In terms of difficulty, it's not easy—it's quite challenging. At an altitude of over 4000 meters, each step is very tough, exhausting, and requires good physical preparation and a strong spirit. However, when you arrive, you'll find it very worthwhile. Up there, you'll find a waterfall and a very beautiful lake. You can bring food for a picnic here. The descent is easier, but be very careful. This is a very popular spot, and there were quite a few people there on the day I visited. The entrance fee is 30 sol per person, and parking is free. They have no food and drink to sell up there!
Hương T — Google review
Beautiful spot for an easy acclimatisation hike 6km return trip. You can get there using a colectivo bus.
Catalina S — Google review
A good acclimatization hike, take an 1-hr collectivo from huaraz to reach the trail head at Pitec, 20 soles round trip. Some steep parts of the path have cable installed, quite fun to climb.
Tian W — Google review
Laguna Churup, standing at 4486 meters above sea level, is one of the most notable one-day hikes from Huaraz. With easy access via public transportation or taxi, it takes just about 40 minutes to reach the starting point, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the city before embarking on the adventure. The hike begins in Pitec, at 3830 meters (the boundary of Huascarán National Park). It is a steep path requiring constant physical effort, including a rocky section where you need to climb using a metal chain. However, there is an alternative route to the left of the final stretch for those who prefer to avoid the climb. Although the entire trail covers only 3.3 km (each way), it is technically more challenging than the famous Laguna 69. Therefore, it is important not to underestimate this hike and to acclimatize properly by undertaking easier hikes near Huaraz. Upon reaching Laguna Churup, you will be rewarded with the sight of its slender, crystal-clear emerald waters. As an added bonus, you can visit Laguna Churupita, located at 4600 meters, from Laguna Churup, requiring just an extra 2 hours of planning.
Stv R — Google review
Stunning views, even with cloudy and misty weather. Go up with a colectivo (ask around where to find it) and they will take you up; they will be able to take you down again, you just have to wait for them to come back to the top. It can take sometime for it to depart as it needs to be full, both ways, so it can also be quite an uncomfortable ride as it will literally be bursting with local people going up and down the hills. Important note: despite your hostel maybe not recommending that you take a guide, please do. It is very important to know your way, especially when getting closer to the lake. We went up with reduced visibility and rainy weather. You have to literally climb some of the sections with the help of chains on very very slippery rocks (see pics and video); it is extremely dangerous and in any other country the path would be closed during rainy weather. At the end of the path, there are no more indications. We reached the lake out of luck and guidance of other trekkers, via an irregular path since we could not find the way to the miradoro. Gorgeous, but adrenaline inducing
Nuno L — Google review
Amazing views, did the hike early at 530am, taxi from huaraz is 50 soles to Pitec, moderate to difficult at times but great for acclimatation, all the way to second lake is almost 5000m
I ( — Google review
Laguna Churup is so worth the visit! Taking about 2 hours for someone who has recently arrived in huaraz and is not used to the altitude, and perhaps shorter for someone who has been here a little longer. It's not an easy walk, but just wait till you arrive at the lake! And adventurous hike, at parts using metal chains to grab and pull yourself up as its steep, however if you dont want to go through these parts, you can take the left path before so. The lake is a green and blue colour, it is amazing from all parts!
Daniela M — Google review
Beautiful lake, but be prepared for steep way. You have to make 700m up in 5km. It was quite difficult, because of altitude. We got some headache and earache. Drink a lot of water and enjoy breathtaking views.
Maria M — Google review
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Main Square of Huaraz

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Park
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Main Square of Huaraz, also known as Plaza de Armas, is a charming public space adorned with topiary and a central fountain. Visitors can immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture by exploring bustling markets offering handmade textiles and traditional crafts while savoring local cuisine. The square provides opportunities to take pictures with alpacas or llamas and gather information about tours.
This plaza is a great place to come and be around (and watch) people while you are in Huaraz! The backdrop of the park is a great place for taking photos to remember your visit. There is a lot of attention paid to maintaining the green spaces and there are people watching to make sure that visitors don't cross fences and step on the plants. For the month and a half that we stayed in Huaraz, there were so many events going on that I can bet you'll catch something while you're there, especially if you come on the weekend.
Chase — Google review
Very vibrant and full of life, beautiful plaza. As with a lot of places around the world, be vigilant about pickpocketing and robbers, we had one man follow us from mamma mia cafe to the plaza and sit right next to my friend on his phone (extremely confident) i wanted to say something but my friend advised me to not to and she is a local from lima
Corey E — Google review
Great place to chill and people watch. Very clean with a fountain and plenty of trash cans.
Tai Z — Google review
Bautiful plaza de Armas with the usual church,fontain and mamy opportunities ro sit down and watch the surroundings. There is always something happening,like a parade,people singing,dancing,street vendors. Most of the time you can get drinks,ice cream,popcorn or other sorts of food.
Lilia K — Google review
"The Plaza de Armas in Huaraz is such a charming spot! It’s surrounded by colorful gardens, tall palm trees, and has amazing views of the snow-capped mountains in the distance. Locals gather here to relax, chat, and enjoy the sunshine, and there’s always something going on – from street vendors selling snacks to musicians playing traditional tunes. It’s the perfect place to sit on a bench, people-watch, and soak up the atmosphere before heading to explore the nearby cafes and shops
Matthew C — Google review
The square was very busy due to carnival festivities. The music was lovely and the kids bands were bright and cheerful. I will return for a slower day soon. The grounds are well maintained and pretty.
Fred R — Google review
It is a nice park to visit when the sun is out. You can also walk from here to the oldest barrio in the city. There were major earthquakes in the 40s and 70s that leveled the town. Only a small area survived. It is close to the anthropological museum as well.
William — Google review
Beautiful Plaza de Armas. Waterfall, flowers, seats surrounded by local artisan crafts, banks etc
Jules K — Google review
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Huaraz 02001, Peru
+51 944 992 653
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Tuquillo

Beach
Outdoor Activities
Tuquillo is a celebrated and peaceful beach that offers a variety of activities such as swimming, snorkeling, sunbathing, and camping. The calm sea with its blue waters provides an ideal setting for relaxation. Visitors can enjoy food and drinks brought directly to their spot on the beach and also have the option to rent awnings, umbrellas, and chairs. Additionally, there are opportunities for water sports with equipment available for rental.
I really liked this beach. Great fishing in the evening. When it gets a bit warmer, I’d imagine this beach absolutely pumps with all the little beach bars it has. It’s one of the best beach sunset spots in Peru.
Kieran B — Google review
Doesn’t get much better than ceviche on the beach. Great place to watch the tide and probably the most worthwhile thing to do within 30ish minutes of the area other than the archaeological site.
Nina W — Google review
We arrived in a day where it was so cloudy and hazy you could barely see more than 5 meters. However the sand itself was nice and the restaurant promoters didn't disturb too much
Nbnadav — Google review
Ok
Joel V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Excellent environment to walk and swim for a while, I recommend the Pocitas area, it is quiet and ideal due to the shallow depth and calm sea. (Original) Excelente ambiente para pasear y bañarse un rato, recomiendo la zona de las pocitas, es tranquilo e ideal por la poca profundidad y mar tranquilo.
Francisco V — Google review
(Translated by Google) Tuquillo is a beach located in the district and province of Huarmey in the department of Ancash. It has cool, turquoise waters and is a peaceful beach ideal for marine activities such as swimming, fishing, and diving. Tuquillo is an inlet formed between hills and the coastline; to the north, the coastal curve is smaller and forms the beach known as Tuquillo Norte. This beach is calmer and has more buildings, and its sea is conducive to fishing. Tuquillo itself has rougher seas, and to the north is La Pocita, a calm pool surrounded by rocks. Tuquillo Beach is part of a well-known beach circuit in Huarmey, which includes Salinas, Antivito, Maracaná, La Pocita, and Médano beaches, among others. In the Tuquillo resort, visitors can find accommodations and restaurants, as well as continuous shuttle service to the city of Huarmey, especially during the summer. (Original) Tuquillo es una playa que se ubica en el distrito y provincia de Huarmey del departamento de Áncash, posee aguas frías de cierto color turquesa y es una playa apacible que se presta para desarrollar actividades marinas como el nado, la pesca y el buceo. Tuquillo es una ensenada que se forma entre cerros y el litoral; hacia el norte la curva costera que queda es más pequeña y forma la playa denominada Tuquillo Norte. Esta playa es más calmada y presenta un mayor emplazamiento de construcciones y su mar favorece la pesca, mientras que en la propia Tuquillo el mar es más agitado y hacia el lado norte se encuentra la Pocita que es una piscina de aguas tranquilas en medio de rocas. La playa Tuquillo forma parte de un reconocido circuito de playas de Huarmey con las playas Salinas, Antivito, Maracaná, La Pocita, Médano, entre otros; en el balneario de Tuquillo se pueden encontrar alojamientos y restaurantes para los visitantes, así como servicio de transporte continuo a la ciudad de Huarmey, sobre todo en la temporada de verano.
Vittorino R — Google review
(Translated by Google) Spectacular place, calm sea, blue water, there is everything, food and drinks are brought to your place on the beach, they also rent awnings, umbrellas, and chairs. Rental of everything for water sports, the waters are cold. (Original) Lugar espectacular, mar calmo, agua celeste, hay de todo, comida bebida te la llevan a tu sitio en la playa, también alquilan toldos, sombrillas, y sillas. Alquiler de todo para deporte acuático, las aguas son frías.
Farid G — Google review
(Translated by Google) A beautiful beach with a very calm sea, the water is quite clean. What isn't clean is the beach (sand), because unfortunately, the people who go there are extremely inconsiderate and leave all their trash behind. It's truly a shame that in 2023, people are still so filthy and inconsiderate; it doesn't cost them anything to carry a trash bag and fill it instead of throwing everything on the sand. PLEASE DO NOT POLLUTE THE BEACH IF YOU VISIT! Other things to consider: - The beaches are PACKED on weekends; if possible, I recommend going on a weekday. - There are lodging options, but camping is also possible. Keep in mind that Serenazgo doesn't allow tents to be set up, so you have to wait until 5 p.m. to set them up. - There is parking outside the beach, but if you're camping and want to bring your car closer, you can do so after 5 p.m. To enter, you have to take the road that leads to the small pool. - We brought everything for camping, but I understand they rent tents, mattresses, bathrooms, etc. Again, if you visit, please be more careful with cleanliness 🙏🏼. I read a lot of comments about the trash and thought the city had done something, but everything is still just as dirty. When we went, there was an event organized by the city and Antamina with live music, drinks, and freebies. Instead of spending money on events like that, why don't they invest that money in cleaning the beach? The event was "ECO-TOURISM," yet they mentioned "please don't litter the beaches" three times, when they should have at least done a couple of activities to encourage beach cleanups, instead of encouraging people to buy beer. (Original) Linda playa con mar muy tranquilo, el agua es bastante limpia. Lo que NO es limpio es la playa (arena), porque lamentablemente la gente que va es extremadamente desconsiderada y deja toda su basura. Es realmente una pena que siendo 2023 la gente siga siendo tan cochina y desconsiderada, nada les cuesta llevar una bolsa de basura y llenarla en vez de tirar todo a la arena. NO CONTAMINEN LA PLAYA SI LA VISITAN POR FAVOR! Otras cosas a considerar: - Las playas están REPLETAS los fines de semana, si es posible les recomiendo ir día de semana. - Hay opciones de hospedaje, pero también se puede acampar. Tengan en cuenta que serenazgo no deja poner carpas, entonces tienen que esperar hasta las 5pm que se van para armarlas. - Hay estacionamiento afuera de la playa, pero si van a acampar y desean ingresar su auto más cerca, se puede también pero después de las 5pm. Para ingresar tienen que ir por el camino que lleva a la pocita. - Nosotros llevamos todo para acampar pero tengo entendido que te alquilan carpas, colchones, baño etc. Nuevamente si la visitan porfavor tengan más cuidado con la limpieza 🙏🏼. Leí muchos comentarios sobre la basura y pensé que de repente la municipalidad había echo algo pero sigue todo igual de sucio. Cuando fuimos había un evento de la municipalidad y antamina con música en vivo, vendían tragos y regalaban cosas. En vez de gastar plata en eventos de ese tipo por qué no invierten ese dinero en limpiar la playa? El evento era “ECOTURISTICO”, sin embargo mencionaron 3 veces “porfavor no ensucien las playas”, cuando por lo menos debieron hacer un par de activaciones para incentivar la limpieza de la playa, en vez de incentivar que compren cerveza.
Paula N — Google review
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Sacred City of Caral-Supe (UNESCO)

Archaeological site
Sights & Landmarks
Points of Interest & Landmarks
Important archaeological site featuring the remains of an ancient urban city with temples & more.
I absolutely loved this site. You think you are at the end of it and then more pyramids appear. The tour guide was a lot of fun and brought a Caral instrument with to demonstrate the acoustics of the environment. There is also a great little gift shop. Honestly the facilities are great and the bathrooms are very clean.
Nina W — Google review
Make sure you wear a hat! And bring water. The sun is blazing hot. Try to go during the dry season, then you can cross the river (such a cool experience) to get to the Sacred City. I recommend a guide, you just don't know enough about what you're looking at without one. We drove ourselves, and paid like 2 bucks to get in and another 10 for the guide. If you book with a tour, you're gonna end up paying up to $200. And most guide busses can't get through the river crossings... they try, but it's not guaranteed. They'll take you to a bridge and you'll have to walk across it instead. They are still digging up lots of the city, so there should be more to see in years to come!
Wfd W — Google review
This archeological site is a work in progress and well worth the trip if you can brave the two long dirt roads that access the site. Said to be the second oldest civilization in the world and untouched until discovered 30 years ago.
Kurt P — Google review
It was a very interesting place and the tour guide gave so much information.
Suzie P — Google review
Amazing historical site with Spanish speaking guide to explain the whole area and answer questions.
Carly N — Google review
site is probably gorgeous, but the people working there treat visitors like it's a tourist trap. unworthy of being treated like a Unesco site. As a supano, I'm embarrassed.
Léo — Google review
The archaeological site is really large and has an interesting history that dates back 5000 years. It is located in the desert and has an oasis underneath it. The runes themselves are interesting to view if you’re a history buff like me. However, the guides they provide only speak Spanish. They do provide lots of details, but if you don’t understand Spanish, it will go over your head like a dead with me. If you’re planning to visit, it’s best to bring a translator or someone who speaks Spanish. The weather can get brutal since it’s right in the desert. There is an oasis in the valley underneath, which is lush green. It is believed that people living here were farmers working on those valley. That is an active archaeological work right across the valley. Drones are not allowed here nor solo travel with a GoPro. It is really not a tourist-friendly location since you would not find many tourists here. You might meet a lot of locals from Lima.
Sumit S — Google review
It was beyond my expectation and even when compared to more recent ruins, it’s still pretty advanced and knocked me out of my jaded state… I suppose it’s much harder for it to be depicted as impressive as it is in photos…. It’s a UNESCO heritage site that dates 5,000 years old to 3,000 BC and they’ve found no sign of warfare here…. and it doesn’t look like it’s on the giro go trail. Most of it is to open to the public and it sits on a dry river surrounded mostly by mountains and what’s more interesting is you can see it’s bigger perhaps because they’re working on other structures across the river. This is considered the Mesopotamia of the Americas, the oldest known civilization found in the Americas…. for now… until they find more, which they have reportedly found smaller and perhaps older ruins in the Americas of course, but the word “civilization” is very subjective of course, but even if you don’t consider it to be one of the cradles, it has the most adorable pyramids and it has great displays showcasing the various natural colors of cotton that they utilized then showing that Europe didn’t introduce cotton to South America as is commonly taught. I came in through the back door… in a colectivo from Barranca so I had a nice little hike and it almost seemed I’d be out there nearly alone, but they have nice displays and tour
Shannon C — Google review
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Barranca, Supe Puerto 15161, Peru
http://www.zonacaral.gob.pe/
+51 1 2052517
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Baños Termales de Churín

Indoor swimming pool
Spas & Wellness
Hot Springs & Geysers
Thermal Spas
Relax total !!!!✨✌️
Dm G — Google review
Fun, great view, very relaxing and you come out feeling like new but there I a lot of people, specially weekends and without masks
Alonso B — Google review
It was quite crowded when I went on a weekday afternoon. But they had private tubs for 5 soles. Which I decided to do. As a single traveler this place was easy to get too by foot from center of town. The water is not hot. It is luke warm, so be aware of that. They are all mostly this temperature around here. Crowds can be large. Not my type of hot spring experience I prefer to do. But it was interesting.
Diana H — Google review
10 soles, private or open pool available, same price. I would make sure the pool you choose is clean. There is a stand outside, Massages, good option to complement the experience. Water is around 30 °C
Adrian — Google review
Buenazoooo 10/10
Janett K — Google review
I swam in the olympic pool and it was a great workout.
Dennis P — Google review
Bigger and hotter than "Baños de La Juventud" but as crowded as it, due to the low cost of the ticket ($1). However has several pools for general use and private environments for family or a couple. I enjoyed it a lot.
César T — Google review
If you go early you'll find a good experience with the clear water and few people, recommended that way, ticket value is 4 soles.
Jose ( — Google review
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+51 935 698 254
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Chancay Castle

Historical landmark
Sights & Landmarks
Castles
Former castle now hosting 2 hotels, several restaurants & attractions such as live shows & museums.
Beautifully renovates. Great family vacation option. Stayed at the Camelot hotel with a gorgeous view of the ocean. Sunsets from there are breathtaking. Staff is supper friendly and goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome.
Uliz D — Google review
This is the Disney Land of Peru. If are in Chancay, come and have some fine. Awesome staff. Lots of activities and performance.
Max L — Google review
Good things first: + Lots of variety + Lots of fun + Many things to take photos of + Some animals + Great view of the ocean + Very interesting entertainment Down sides: - Pool closed - A little too commercialized - Sometimes too crowded - Some very poor maintenance in some parts - Would be better if they hid their speaker devices in walls instead of having a huge chunky boombox with sound coming through it, in a setting intended to be historical The show with the dancers and magicians was one of the highlights for me. I also loved that I could take photos with some wild birds.
Ice W — Google review
Crowded and disorderly. The building was incomplete. They had living eagles tethered to trainers so that people could have their photos taken for s/ 10, but the animals where in distress. The food at the resturant was decent and the haunted house was short but well done. This is an affordable place to take kids but I would say that it is a 4th rate attraction at best
Jason S — Google review
It's a beautiful place but surrounded by the town and its buildings
Maria R — Google review
Wow where do I begin...this place was just way too amazing for words. I absolutely loved it. I want to go back already! So basically through every area is a theme throughout history with actors interacting with small groups on tours throughout. Some themes include Peru, Egypt, Camelot, Aztec, Babylon, Greece, Rome, and many many more. There are too many to really remember to be honest. My favorite was Egypt. And being able to see Anubis I was just in awe. I can't obviously ever go to the real Egypt so this will be the closest I can get for now ☺️ The only major complaints I have are there is a TON of stairs...oh my gosh! I am unsure if we just missed where the elevators were to go back downstairs or if they were going for the "old castle" theme and there are none. Next time we go we are having my daughter either walk on her own or ride on our shoulders. Also we went to a beautiful restaurant and they had cats meandering around while we ate. It was kind of weird and I'm not that into cats. Make sure at least they aren't where your diners are eating at least please! Among all the attractions there you can also: *Swim: (they have a huge pool I think it's 10 soles a person to get in) take a swimming suit and change of clothes! *Shop: there are many artisan places to shop inside and souvenir shops as well. I love that about Peru, support the artisans and small business! *Eat: there are a few restaurants inside you can pay in the entrance to make a reservation. (People outside are too pushy and it freaked me out they practically swamped us in the car yelling at us with thier menu papers) *I think there is also a hotel. I would love to stay there. *Parking: it's 10 soles a day total and they only take cash (just a heads up) You can also hold a hawk for 10 soles and take pictures with it. That was so cool and it was such a pretty bird too! Overall it was a great experience. I can't wait to go back!
Apocalyptian T — Google review
The castle is beautiful. I loved the decorations. Bathrooms are clean. Staff is friendly. There's even a hotel inside the castle where you can stay. Food is delicious. I highly recommend it ;)
Kelly E — Google review
When we first arrived it was mythical like a farey tell and there's tons of things to do for children and teenagers and adults to restaurants and great food and thay tell stories
Andres C — Google review
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Av. Primero de Mayo 1230, Chancay 1, Peru
http://www.castillodechancay.com/
+51 944 574 095
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