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Overview

Peru is as complex as its most intricate and exquisite weavings. Festivals mark ancient rites, the urban vanguard fuels innovation and nature bestows splendid diversity.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Laguna Parón
Cordillera Blanca
The largest lake in the Cordillera Blanca — a snowcapped range of the Andes in west central Peru — and a gorgeous natural reservoir, Laguna Paron is a…
Isla Amantaní
Lake Titicaca
Of the small remote islands dotted around Lake Titicaca, Isla Amantaní is the least visited. Its population is just 4000, is a few kilometers north of the…
Monasterio de Santa Catalina
Arequipa
This convent shouldn’t be missed, even if you’ve overdosed on colonial edifices. Occupying a whole block and guarded by imposing high walls, it is one of…
Museo Larco
Lima
In an 18th-century viceroy’s mansion, this museum offers one of the largest, best-presented displays of ceramics in Lima. Founded by pre-Columbian…
Iglesia de Santo Domingo
Lima
One of Lima’s most historic religious sites, the Iglesia de Santo Domingo and its expansive convent are built on land granted to the Dominican friar…
El Circuito Mágico del Agua
Lima
This indulgent series of illuminated fountains is so over the top it can’t help but induce stupefaction among even the most hardened travel cynic. A dozen…
Belén Mercado
Iquitos
At the southeast end of town is the floating shantytown of Belén, consisting of scores of huts, built on rafts, which rise and fall with the river. During…
Cruz del Cóndor
Cañón Del Colca
This famed viewpoint is for many the highlight of their trip to the Cañón del Colca. A large family of Andean condors nests by the rocky outcrop and, with…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

From the Andes to the Amazon rainforest to the endless coast, Peru is a wonderland for adventurers. And there are some pretty cool ruins, too.

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Best Places to Visit

Peru has packed a wealth of attractions into its borders, and it can be hard to know where to begin. These are the 13 places you need to visit in Peru.

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Best Time to Visit

Whether you're a foodie bound for Lima or an adventurer heading for the Inca Trail, find the perfect time for your Peru vacation here.

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Things to Know

Here's what you need to know about culture, etiquette and safety in Peru before you travel to this mesmerizing South American nation.

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Transportation

Exploring Peru is a real adventure and worth every minute of extra planning. Here’s our guide to getting around once you're here.

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Visa Requirements

Curious if you need a visa for visiting Peru? Here's all you need to know.

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Money and Costs

Peru has long been a destination for backpackers on a budget and now other travelers have caught on – here's how to make your money go further on the road.

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Traveling with Kids

Every adventure-seeking family with a great appetite should have Peru on their "dream destinations" list. Here are the best things to do there with kids.

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Best Road Trips

From lesser-known pre-Incan archaeological sites to lush jungles and tranquil beaches, these are the best road trips in Peru.

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Get Connected

Stay fully connected on your next trip to Peru with this guide to local wi-fi networks, roaming charges, eSIMs and data

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