Travel to Peru
South America · PEN
Peru amazes with Machu Picchu, the Sacred Valley, Lima's culinary revolution, and the mystical Amazon basin.
Capital
Lima
Currency
PEN
Best time to visit
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Visa
US/EU/UK citizens: 183 days visa-free.
Top cities
Lima
Peru's coastal capital, a gastronomic powerhouse with ceviche, colonial architecture, and Pacific views.
Cusco
The ancient Inca capital, gateway to Machu Picchu, with cobblestone streets and Andean culture.
Arequipa
Peru's White City, built from volcanic sillar stone, gateway to Colca Canyon and surrounded by dramatic volcanoes.
Sacred Valley
The heartland of the Inca Empire between Cusco and Machu Picchu, with ancient ruins and traditional Andean villages.
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