Essentials
- City
- Trujillo, La Libertad, Peru
- Population
- Approximately 1,150,000
- Internet Speed
- 30-100 Mbps (Win and Movistar Fiber reach 200+ Mbps in central districts)
- Currency & Banking
- Peruvian Sol (PEN). 1 USD ≈ 3.75 PEN, 1 EUR ≈ 4.05 PEN
- Tap Water
- Not drinkable; use bottled water (approx. 2.50 PEN per 2.5L)
- Power
- 220V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A and C sockets
- SIM Card
- Claro or Entel (Prepaid 10GB for 30 days costs approx. 30 PEN)
- Banking for Expats
- BCP, Interbank, BBVA (Revolut/Wise work at Scotiabank ATMs with low fees)
- Accommodation
- Apartments in Victor Larco Herrera or California; Airbnb for short-term
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; major stores accept cards/Yape, but street food and markets are cash-only
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com (Studio in California approx. $450-$600/month)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostel El Mochica (approx. 45 PEN/night), Huanchaco hostels like My Friend Surf Hostal
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Centro Histórico (near Plaza de Armas) or Huanchaco (surf town)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- California, El Golf, or San Andrés (modern, safer, better internet)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Sinergia Coworking (Calle Los Narcisos 384, approx. 40 PEN per day)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Café San Sebas (Jiron Pizarro 414), Lucuma Cafe (Av. Larco)
- Networking Events
- Startup Trujillo meetups, Chamber of Commerce (Cámara de Comercio de La Libertad) events
- Social Events for Expats
- Huanchaco Surf Community gatherings, Expats in Trujillo Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Cabify, and InDrive (standard fare within city 7-12 PEN)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- BiciTrujillo (limited), Huanchaco Surf & Bike rentals
- Best Beach Nearby
- Huanchaco (15 mins from city), Las Delicias (20 mins)
- Top Regional Airline
- LATAM Peru, Sky Airline
- Top International Airline
- LATAM (via Lima), JetSmart
- Highway Access
- Pan-American Highway (Carretera Panamericana Norte)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Terminal Terrestre Trujillo (Southern exit), Terrapuerto
- Public Transport Passes
- No unified pass; 'Combis' cost 1.50 PEN - 2.50 PEN paid in cash
- Regional Travel
- Bus (Cruz del Sur, Ittsa) to Lima (9 hrs) or Chiclayo (3 hrs)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Clínica Peruano Americana (Av. Mansiche 702)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Prana Yoga & Wellness (Huanchaco), Espacio Yoga (California)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Bodytech (Real Plaza Mall), Sportlife (Mall Plaza)
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Super Clean (San Andrés, approx. 5 PEN per kg)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- PedidosYa, Rappi
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Shambar (Monday tradition), Ceviche Trujillano
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- El Vegetariano (Calle Bolivar 745), Govinda (Centro)
- Best Dessert Spots
- King Kong (San Roque brand shops), Dulcería Doña Carmen
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercado Central (Centro), Mercado Mayorista
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Falabella.com.pe, Mercado Libre Peru
- Grocery Delivery
- Metro, Tottus (via Fazil app or Rappi)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Av. Larco (California) and the Huanchaco beachfront strip
- Local Brewery
- Cervecería Huanchaco, Sierra Andina (distributors in Trujillo)
- Wine Bars
- La Reserva (Av. El Golf)
- Street Food Stalls
- Anticuchos near Plaza Recreo, Picarones at Plaza de Armas
- Popular International Cuisine
- Siu Mai (Chifa), Romano (Italian/International)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Chan Chan (world's largest adobe city), Plaza de Armas
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museo de Zoología (UN T), Huaca de la Luna onsite museum
- Historical Sites
- Huacas del Sol y de la Luna (Moche culture), El Brujo
- Religious Sites
- Trujillo Cathedral, Monastery of El Carmen
- Annual Events
- Marinera Festival (January), Spring Festival (Festival de la Primavera - September/October)
- Cultural Districts
- Centro Histórico, district of Moche
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Municipal de Trujillo (Bolivar 753)
- Local Markets
- Feria del Calzado (Shoe market - Trujillo is the shoe capital)
- Music Scene
- Peña La Barca (Criollo music), Huanchaco beach bars for live rock/reggae
- Street Art
- Murals in the 'El Recreo' area and pedestrian streets near UNT
- Cooking Classes
- Moche Gourmet (Specific workshops on northern Peruvian cuisine)
- Art Galleries
- Casa de la Identidad Regional, Gallery of the BBVA Bank
- Historic Buildings
- Casa Urquiaga, Casa de la Emancipación
- Local Heritage
- Caballitos de Totora (traditional reed boats in Huanchaco)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Lomas de Cerro Campana (Seasonal hiking), Puerto Chicama (Malabrigo) for world's longest wave
- National Parks Nearby
- Calipuy National Sanctuary (approx. 4 hours away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Huanchaco Malecón (Boardwalk), Av. Larco cycle lanes
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Mirador de Cerro Pesqueda, rooftop of Costa del Sol Wyndham
- Birdwatching Locations
- Humedales de Huanchaco (Balsares)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Playa Huankarute (Designated areas south of Huanchaco)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Olva Courier (Av. Larco 1111), Serpost
- Tech Repair Services
- Servicio Técnico Real Plaza (various kiosks for mobile repair)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Club Libertad de Trujillo
- Language Classes
- El Cultural (American-Peruvian Cultural Center)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Municipal de Trujillo, UNT Central Library
- Community Centers
- Alianza Francesa Trujillo
- Gaming Lounges
- Lan Centers near UNT (University National of Trujillo)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino WinMeier, Stellaris Casino (at JW Marriott Lima - none of that scale in Trujillo)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $48,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $850 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $34,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,100 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $66,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $750 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $45,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $1,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $80,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $700 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $56,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 29.5%
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 5%
- Tax System
- Residency-based; worldwide income for residents (183+ days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 30%
- VAT
- 18% (IGV - Impuesto General a las Ventas)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to passive income of foreign entities controlled by Peruvian residents
- Property Tax
- Yes, 'Impuesto Predial' paid annually to the Municipality (approx. 0.2% - 1%)
- Property Transaction Tax
- Alcabala tax (3% of the price above 10 UIT)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad visa tax breaks; standard personal income tax applies to local source income