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Trujillo City Tour with Archaeological Museum

From$47
3 hours
Trujillo, Peru

About this activity

Discover Trujillo's rich history and culture on a guided city tour, including a visit to the Archaeological Museum showcasing ancient Moche artifacts.

Highlights

  • Explore Trujillo's historic center
  • Visit the Archaeological Museum
  • Discover ancient Moche artifacts
  • Learn about Peruvian history
  • Enjoy local cuisine

Full description

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of Trujillo, Peru's third-largest city, on this engaging city tour. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you'll explore the historic center, where colonial architecture meets ancient traditions. A highlight of the tour is a visit to the Archaeological Museum, home to an impressive collection of Moche artifacts, offering insights into one of Peru's most fascinating ancient civilizations. Along the way, savor local cuisine and experience the warm hospitality of Trujillo's residents. This tour provides a comprehensive overview of Trujillo's past and present, making it an unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Round trip transfer to and from centrally located Trujillo hotels
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

1

The transportation service will pick you up at your selected hotel to start the tour. You will go on a panoramic visit to Santa Clara and Carmen's churches and its convents, as well as the Church of San Francisco.

Duration: 25 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Then visit the church of La Merced and the Superior Court of Justice.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NO
3

It will continue towards the Plaza de Armas and the Cathedral, built between 1647 and 1666, which keeps rococo altarpieces and paintings from the Cusco and Quito school.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Then you will visit the Archbishop's Palace and Casa Calonge, a colonial residence built after the earthquake of 1619 and where the liberator Simon Bolivar stayed over.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NO
5

You will continue to the House of Emancipation, now Banco Continental, and the Iturregui Palace, built in 1842.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NO
6

You will visit Plazuela El Recreo and the old City Wall.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Afterwards, go to the Museum of Archeology and History of the National University of Trujillo, where objects of the different cultures that were developed in the territory of La Libertad are exhibited.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in English; check availability for other languages
  • Hotel pickup is available from centrally located Trujillo hotels
  • Gratuities are not included and are appreciated by the guide

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for city exploration
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • On Saturdays and Sundays the colonial houses and the archeology museum are closed, the city tour is panoramic.
  • Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by two paying adults.
  • Children 1 and younger are complimentary.
  • Shared services minimum 2 passengers.

Additional information

On Saturdays and Sundays the colonial houses and the archeology museum are closed, the city tour is panoramic. Children 10 and younger must be accompanied by two paying adults. Children 1 and younger are complimentary. Shared services minimum 2 passengers.
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