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Tucumbe pyramids, Chiclayo

Visit Chiclayo, Peru

Visit Chiclayo, Peru

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With a population of over 630,000, Chiclayo is Peru's fourth largest city and is also one of the country's fastest growing cities.

Chiclayo main squareAlthough the city is rather unattractive and has little to see of historical interest, it is vibrant and thriving with good opportunities to meet Peruvians. Residents of the city call the town the Peruvian capital of friendship.

Chiclayo is now the base to explore some of the most important and recent archaeological discoveries in Peru such as the Royal Tombs of Sipan, the Tucume pyramids and associated museums. Despite its blandness (plus the occasional whiff of fishmeal in the air), the city offers good hotels and services.

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    • Tucume pyramids near Chiclayo
      Tucume pyramids near Chiclayo

    Accommodation choices for Chiclayo

    We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Chiclayo. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.

    Ideas for experiencing Chiclayo

    Our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the places that could feature in your trip. These activities reflect some of the experiences they've most enjoyed while visiting Chiclayo, and which use the best local guides.

    • Sipan & the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum
      New Sipan museum, Chiclayo

      Sipan & the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum

      Sipan & the Royal Tombs of Sipan Museum

      Built by the Mochica culture (200 to 600 AD) this is where the tomb of the Lord of Sipan was discovered. The gold-laden tomb is considered to be the richest and one of the most important archaeological discoveries in the last 30 years in the Americas.

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