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Historic Trujillo Guided Tour: Explore Medieval Palaces, Churches, and Monuments
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Trujillo
Step back in time and explore the medieval palaces, churches, and monuments of historic Trujillo on a guided tour. Discover the city’s rich history and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a bygone era.
Step back in time and explore the medieval palaces, churches, and monuments of historic Trujillo on a guided tour. Discover the city’s rich history and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a bygone era.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Plaza Mayor de Trujillo - A Renaissance square adorned with palaces and the equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro, the conqueror of Peru.
- Plaza Mayor - Constructed in the 16th century, initiated in 1562 by the order of Hernando Pizarro.
- Palacio de San Carlos - Known also as the Vargas-Carvajal Palace, this Plateresque building in Spain…
- Plaza Mayor de Trujillo - A Renaissance square adorned with palaces and the equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro, the conqueror of Peru.
- Plaza Mayor - Constructed in the 16th century, initiated in 1562 by the order of Hernando Pizarro.
- Palacio de San Carlos - Known also as the Vargas-Carvajal Palace, this Plateresque building in Spain retains its original Plateresque entrance and the facade facing Domingo Street. It is a private palace and not open to the public.
- Francisco Pizarro Equestrian Monument - A statue depicting Francisco Pizarro on horseback.
- Castillo de Trujillo - Features a medieval historic center, Muslim Alcazaba and walls, strong houses, manor houses, palaces, convents, and churches.
- Plaza Mayor - A strong house from the 13th and 14th centuries where the Catholic Monarchs resided during the Wars of Succession.
- Iglesia de Santiago - A 13th-century church established by the Military Order of Santiago.
- Castillo de Trujillo - Includes a Muslim Alcazaba and Aljibe from the 10th to 12th centuries. Entry is not permitted during visits.
- Pizarro House Museum - A 15th-century manor house of Hidalgo. Entry is not permitted during visits.
- Iglesia de Santa Maria la Mayor - A Gothic church declared a National Monument, featuring earlier Romanesque elements like the Torre Julia and a Spanish-Flemish altarpiece by Fernando Gallego. Entry is not permitted during visits.
- Casa Fuerte de los Escobar - A 15th-century military structure where María de Escobar, the first woman to bring wheat and barley seeds to Peru, resided. It is a private residence.
- Puerta del Triunfo - The triumph gate of Trujillo.
- Plaza Mayor - A 13th-century strong house that defended the Puerta del Triunfo.
- Puerta de San Andres - One of the seven gates of the wall located next to the Church of San Andrés.
What's Included
- Historic and Monumental Trujillo Free Tour
- Tip the guide
- Historic and Monumental Trujillo Free Tour
- Tip the guide
Additional Information
Embark on a comprehensive journey that commences from Plaza Mayor and extends to the confines of the ancient town. Here, you’ll explore prominent landmarks and monuments immersed in history such as castles, palaces, churches, watchtowers, noble residences and convents. Relive the experiences of residents of a medieval city once home to royalty. Along…
Embark on a comprehensive journey that commences from Plaza Mayor and extends to the confines of the ancient town. Here, you’ll explore prominent landmarks and monuments immersed in history such as castles, palaces, churches, watchtowers, noble residences and convents. Relive the experiences of residents of a medieval city once home to royalty. Along this exploratory journey, we point out photogenic locales of interest. This tour falls within themed itineraries like the Trail of the Discoverers, Isabel la Católica Trail, Carlos V Trail, Cinematic Locations, etc.
Location
TurismoTrujillo.es Actividades Turísticas
Plaza Mayor
The meeting point at our Tourist Activities office, in Plaza Mayor, local 20 (arcades and next to the lottery administration)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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W805heanal
Mar 15, 2026
Highly recommended - We've done a super entertaining route. Ana has given us many historical details without letting some anecdotes pass. Highly recommended
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Robertogt9724ai
Mar 15, 2026
Curious and very interesting anecdotes - Very nice, friendly and knowledgeable guide to the city and its stories
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Juanirodriguezlop
Mar 15, 2026
Highly recommended cultural visit - Jose, our guide, is a great connoisseur of the history of Trujillo, he has managed to keep our attention throughout the visit, alternating historical comments, legends and anedoctas. Highly recommended
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G7060wdlidias
Mar 14, 2026
Lovely place and Luis a fantastic guide - I find it a beautiful place with a lot of history to visit
Luis guided us on the visit and it was an amazing experience
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974chienl
Mar 14, 2026
Very interesting and enjoyable visit - Great visit. Jose has been a dynamic guide who has told details about the history and monuments of Trujillo with a lot of art. I will definitely recommend it to my acquaintances and I will surely repeat.
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I3336materesaa
Mar 7, 2026
Guided family tour - Excellent! We went with family with 4 children and it was very enjoyable and fun. Great! 100% recommended
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Navigator56759092832
Mar 3, 2026
Alice, clear, close and passionate. - We want to place on record our recognition of Alice, our guide on the historical and monumental route through Trujillo, because when someone does their job well, it must be said loud and clear.
The visit was very complete and well structured. From the Plaza Mayor to the Castle, through palaces, churches and less obvious corners, Alice demonstrated an in-depth knowledge not only of historical data, but also of the social, political and human context of each era. He didn’t just recite dates; he helped us understand why Trujillo is the way he is today. That makes a difference.
The best: his way of explaining. Clear, close and passionate. You can tell when someone enjoys telling the story. He was able to keep pace, make the dynamic visit and answer questions without losing the thread.
In addition, he introduced curious anecdotes about the Trujillan conquistadors and architectural details that probably would have gone unnoticed without their explanation.
The acceptable: the group was a large group and at certain times, especially in more open streets or with some noise, it was difficult to hear clearly. Perhaps a portable audio system would further enhance the experience.
The least positive: the weather in some key points tasted little, especially in the castle area. We’re left wanting to delve a little deeper into certain historical episodes.
If I had to tell a friend, I'd say, “If you go to Trujillo, take the guided tour with Alicia. You’re going to understand the real city and not just see it.” It is worth it because it changes the perception of the place.
As a recommendation for future participants: wear comfortable footwear (there are slopes and cobblestones), sun protection if the weather is good and, if you can, make the visit at the beginning of your stay in the city; so then you can go through it with another look.
Thank you, Alice, for transmitting history with rigor and soul.
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E9790vgelenaa
Mar 1, 2026
Interesting guided tour of Trujillo - We participate in a free tour of Trujillo guided by José Búrdalo. We liked everything he told us, very well explained, gracefully and with a lot of information, we spent flying the 2 hours. Highly recommended!!!
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523conchim
Mar 1, 2026
Guided private group tour with Ana. Spectacularrr!! - Spectacular guided tour of Trujillo with Ana Remedio. We were a group of friends from Badajoz, who already knew Trujillo and could not choose better. Ana taught us “another” different Trujillo. To highlight the pleasure of his explanations, the passion he puts to the stories he tells, his kindness and sympathy. If we come back, we'll repeat another visit with her. Sure!!!
It's very worth it. Thank you Ana!!
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Bepazu
Mar 1, 2026
Perfect visit - In addition to having a wonderful atmospheric time, we have thoroughly enjoyed with all the explanations and comments of José on this visit to Trujillo
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