Things to do & places to visit in La Libertad Region, Peru

La Libertad Region #6 destination in Peru 2023. The average rating score is 4.39 based on 8.109 traveler reviews, of 84 attractions. Timezone: America/Lima, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 22:50.

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5.0 Totora Surf School (87 reviews)
- THE beachside Hostel in Huanchaco
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Surfing & Windsurfing

I spent a great few days at Totora Surf School and Hostel. The friendly owners Laura and Diego provided and made sure I had everything I needed, from the moment of arriving up until leaving, the communication was fantastic. The room itself and other facilities were well maintained, the terrace at the top brings stunning views that had me returning every night, as well as the added bonus of the kitchen if you'd prefer to cook your meals on occasion. Would 100% recommend the surf class if itinerary allows, Diego and Rhodri were able to offer great instruction at a relaxed pace with Laura delivering some high quality photos of the lesson. In terms of value for money all round, I couldn't recommend Totora enough. Thanks again all!! See more..
5.0 Muchik Surf School (38 reviews)
- Passion and centuries of surf culture
Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Surfing & Windsurfing

Peru is well known for having world class surfers and waves, and as you can expect, they also have world class shapers, that I consider artists. My fiancee and I travelled around Peru to buy a surfboard. We went from Lima to Mancora and visited almost every shop. We came to Muchik looking for a board, and we got a complete lecture on all the surfboard variables: shape, flat, tails, noses, rocket, rails, wings, epoxys, poly, 3d printers, handmade, carving, and performance. Ultimately, we went to the water to check surfing skills and find the proper board to develop style and skills. In summary, Muchik is not only about surfing or selling surfboards, it is about centuries of passion and surf culture that developed in one of the most abundant waters of the world. Maybe you don't find them in the shop, but be patient. It's worth waiting for the perfect wave.Thank you Omar See more..
5.0 Corazon Verde (31 reviews)
- Great food at great price
Friday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality & Gift Shops

Gallery dedicated to promote the independent art and healthy food. We have products from more than 80 artist from all over the country. See more..
5.0 Eco Surf Station - Surf & Sustainability (17 reviews)
- Amazing people doing amazing work
Surfing & Windsurfing • Gear Rentals • Day Trips

I lived in Huanchaco for just over a month last year and I am SO grateful that I stumbled upon EcoSurf! Roxy and Mateo are super friendly, caring and knowledgeable. Their boards and wetsuits are all REALLY well taken care of and I wouldn’t trust anybody other than Mateo to take me out in those waves. I know he’s got my safety as his priority every time we go out. But most importantly, these guys not only take care of their boards and the people that come in to surf them, they take care of their community. They’ve got a surf program setup for the kids in town, they give them access to boards and suits, lessons, and a sense of responsibility with the beach clean ups they organize. I felt like going here wasn’t just good for me and my progression, I felt like I was doing good for something way bigger than myself. Couldn’t be more grateful for this place! You guys ROCK! See more..
5.0 Onechako Surf School (15 reviews)
- Best surf experience
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM Surfing & Windsurfing

An incredible surf school with everything you’d need for the best surf experience in Peru. Very friendly and knowledgeable teachers with bags of experience and always can give you a tip or two no matter your level. All boards and other equipment of the best quality and they are always happy to work around your schedule! I rented from them almost everyday for over 3 months and couldn’t recommend a better surf school in Huanchaco. Muchas gracias por todo See more..
5.0 Marcahuamachuco (14 reviews)
- Absolutely fantastic
Ancient Ruins

Visit this site before the world knows about it! This is a fantastic site and yet it was completely empty when we were there. EMPTY. The views are stunning and the site itself has had a lot of restoration done. It really is a gem not to be missed. See more..
5.0 Boqueron Surf School (12 reviews)
- Great surf shop
Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Water Sports • Stand Up Paddleboarding

Great surf shop with good equipment (short board and long boards) and great advices from Alejandro. Muchas gracias ! See more..
5.0 Atma Yoga Huanchaco (11 reviews)
- Ooo the showers...
Spent 1-2 hours Yoga & Pilates

Everything was just sweet and perfect in this place, the area, the Shared spaces, the matresses omg the showers... that, just the showers even for shared rooms is worth the price of a night here, there’s also a common kitchen that you can cook your stuff and really save. Plus everyday yoga for almost a dollar it’s something the your body thanks you all day long. Awesome spot! See more..
5.0 Huanchaco Al Rescate (11 reviews)
- Come to help !
Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Refugio de canes rescatados de las calles, en recuperación y adopción Realizando labor social hace 11 años. recibimos voluntarios, visitas si visitas Huanchaco llevate el mejor recuerdo de dejar amor y recibir amor de estos 33 canes en busca de hogar y ya socializados con las personas luego de sufrir el maltrato en las calles. See more..
5.0 TRW Custom Built Surfboards (11 reviews)
- Excellent tours
Surfing & Windsurfing

We did two family tours with TRW SURFBOARDS, one to the lady of Cao and the other one to Huaca del sol . We were a group of six, visiting from Ireland and were recommended to the by our hotel. Their can was super comfortable, very affordable prices, their guide very nice and chatty and the music was good too!. They were very accommodating and when we suggested much after the tours , they didn't hesitate to bring us to a nice place to eat. They also do surf tours to CHICAMA and other parts of the north coast of Peru. Will travel with them again when visiting. Thanks Angelo for a great tour!. See more..
5.0 Koa Surf School-Huanchaco(Reserva mundial de Surf) (9 reviews)
- The best surf school
Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM Surfing & Windsurfing

Really amazing teachers! They are passionate and patient in teaching you to surf. Plus a great location and price. See more..
4.5 Chan Chan (1.525 reviews)
- Wonderful Pre-historic site
Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

This archaeological zone, an excellent example of pre-Colombian America, once served as the capital of the Chimu Kingdom, which reached the height of its power in the 15th century before falling under the Incas. See more..
4.5 La Huaca del Sol (1.422 reviews)
- La Huaca de la Luna and Chan Chan with Trujillo del Peru
Historic Sites

We took a private tour of La Huaca de la Luna, the city of Trujillo, Chan Chan and Huanchaco with "Trujillo del Peru" during our visit to Trujillo in March 2014. Ever - our guide was extremely knowledgeable and the company is very well organized. Ever was able to cover the history of the Incas and the pre Incan civilizations and show us how the excavations at La Luna and Chan Chan are exposing evidence of this history. Trujillo de Peru also produce a very interesting booklet covering this history which they provide to people on their toors. Highly recommended. See more..
4.5 Plaza de Armas de Trujillo (974 reviews)
- Beautiful square in the heart of Trujillo, Peru
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

Beautiful central plaza. Very beautiful plaza day or night. A lot of security presence so I always felt safe and confortable. See more..
4.5 Complejo Arqueologico El Brujo - Museo Cao (857 reviews)
- Este sitio es increíble. Se puede aprender mucho acerca de las pinturas, religión y costumbres del pueblo Moche.
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours History Museums

This is an amazing and peaceful site where you can learn about the paintings and the religion and customs of the Moche people. The site itself is fascinating and there are information boards that explain everything. The museum with the preserved body of the Lady of Cao is also absolutely outstanding and unmissable. The pottery and golden artefacts in the museum are incredible. One problem associated with going with a guide could be if he or she rushes you through the museum which is worth spending a long time in. Este sitio es increíble. Puedes aprender mucho acrca de las pinturas y la religión y costumbres del pueblo Moche. El sitio arquealogico en sí es fascinante y hay paneles informativos que lo explican todo. El museo con el cuerpo conservado de la Dama de Cao es también absolutamente excepcional. La cerámica y los objetos de oro son increíbles. See more..
4.5 Museo Huacas de Moche (370 reviews)
- Arguably the best attraction in Trujillo
Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Ancient Ruins

The Moche Route follows the most important cultures that settled in Northern Peru between the years 100 and 900 A.D. Important archaeological finds, such as the discovery of the lavish tomb of the Lord of Sipan, the Lady of Cao mummy and the mural paintings in the El Brujo Archaeological Complex, display the splendour of one of the most creative and successful cultures of the pre-Hispanic world. See more..
4.5 Catedral de Trujillo - Catedral de Santa Maria (344 reviews)
- Beautiful
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

The square is quite beautiful, especially with all the colors. The cathedral is a must see as is the colonial square. See more..
4.5 Casa Urquiaga (Casa Calonge)ggj (107 reviews)
- Worth a visit
Historic Sites

The house is beautiful. One of my favorite areas was the hall where the horses would go from the stable to the street. See more..
4.5 Pacasmayo Beach (43 reviews)
- Very pretty
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

It was a nice surprise visiting the beach here. There is a cool vibe with street stalls and bars. Really nice for sunset walks. See more..
4.5 Museo Jardín de los Sentidos (27 reviews)
- A beautiful spot near the Huacas
Friday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Gardens

I visited here in August during Winter in South America. While many plants were not in bloom at this time of year, there was enough diversity of foliage to make it interesting. We were guided by Raul, the owner, who told us of the garden's history and showed us how the garden was designed to heighten all the senses, smell, sight and sound. We also learned how the garden was laid out according to ancient Moche tradition as it was developed on Moche lands near the Temples of the Sun and Moon. So when you go visit the Temples, spend some time at the Jardin de los sentidos, a nice cool break from the heat and dust of the temples. See more..
4.5 Museo de Arte Moderno (24 reviews)
- Paintings are in Lima for special exhibit until Jan 2018
Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Speciality Museums • Art Museums

See title! Friendly staff let us in to see sculptures in the garden and informed us that the paintings were in Lima until January 2018. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de Santo Domingo (23 reviews)
- Beautiful
Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

A peaceful and beautiful church. I'm not sure if it's opened for tourism, though, because I went there with friends to a "misa del funeral". See more..
4.5 Bosque El Canoncillo (20 reviews)
- An Oasis in Pacasmayo Province ,Peru
Nature & Wildlife Areas • Forests

If you Visit the Pacasmayo Province In Peru , please make a point to visit the Bosque el Canoncillo , an oasis close to San Jose , nice and pleasant hike to oasis in the middle of a desert !!! best enjoyed during the peruvian rainy season ( Jan to April ) as all of the 5 lagoons will be fill full of wild life and colorful nature . A must stop while in Pacasmayo See more..
4.5 Playa Malabrigo (19 reviews)
- Not what I had expected
Beaches

This was an interesting trip for sure. The area is quite arid and desert-like with a wind that almost never stops. Almost everything is under construction and most roads are simply dirt. If you're exchanging US dollars at the bank, be sure there are NO tears. They prefer new-looking, intact bills only. They will not exchange bills that have rips at the bank. The locals are incredibly friendly and really make you feel at home and comfortable. They welcomed me as if I wasn't a stranger from another country and it was a great feeling. See more..
4.5 Parroquia Senor de Huaman (19 reviews)
- The portal is lovely
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

This is a very simple church lovingly restored. It has mermaids playing guitars on the portal. It's lovely. If you go in the evening they also sell anticuchos close yummie! See more..
4.5 Puemape (18 reviews)
- Puemape La Huaca
Spent More than 3 hours Beaches

Hermosa playa del norte, aun rústica lo que le da un encanto especial, un reef se proyecta sobre el mar lo que crea una pequeña bahía ideal para bañarse y pescar . Tiene una ola izquierda fuerte y rápida tubular en el inside y con una sección con fondo de arena un poco mas lenta con un recorrido largo. Se come muy bien pescado fresco y de la zona, cebiches, sudados, para hospedarse “La Huaca Puemape” (buscar en Facebook) casa en alquiler o “puemape surf camp” habitaciones tipo bungalows See more..
4.5 Templo de Trujillo (16 reviews)
- STUNNING must see
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

I have to confess, I know the Temple President- he's my uncle. So I got the platinum tour. And this place is absolutely gorgeous. A true oasis spiritually and architecturally. The grounds are immaculate, and the interior of the temple is beautiful. Even the attached hospedaje is second-to-none. Well constructed with the latest amenities except for TVs. You don't come here to watch cable or Netflix. And very secured. Located in a gated community with 24 hour-a-day guards you'll feel right at home. For members of the church going on temple tours, this temple is the MOST beautiful I've seen in Latin America. We would come back just to see it again. See more..
4.5 Iglesia de San Francisco (11 reviews)
- Impressive belltower
Friday: 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM, 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals

The octagonal belltower is perhaps the most impressive feature of this church. The Franciscan order -instrumental in the christianization of the indigenous population- initiated the construction of the church and convent in 1536. Like many other churches dating back to the Spanish colonial period in Trujillo, the structure went through a process of change and modification of the original design. The interior is relatively sober, which makes the central Baroque altar piece stand out, but also invites contemplation. See more..
4.0 Playa de Huanchaco (611 reviews)
- Classic salt life
Spent 1-2 hours Beaches

I had been in Huanchaco before and came back for the beach and salt life. This is a darker color sand, not completely black. If you have had a hot rocks massage, imagine a patch of these rocks warming in the mid day sun to lay on! Very worthwhile experience that is easy to do here just down the beach from town! Lots of surfing ops here, but early and late bring out the best surfers See more..
4.0 Museo de Sitio de Chan Chan (230 reviews)
- Awesome History
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Speciality Museums

We hired a guide for the 45 minute walk through the Chan Chan ruins. It was a necessity. The ruins are beautiful, but very difficult to understand the symbolism and purpose of most of it without a knowledgeable local. Bring a hat or umbrella and sunblock, water and a snack perhaps. You will be in direct sunlight for the entire tour! Super cool. See more..