Visit Peru
If you want to discover a country rich in culture, geographical diversity, gastronomy, biodiversity and above all the warmth of its people, you have to visit Peru.
In Peru you will find places like the Sacred Valley where you can learn about the ancient history of Cusco, in Máncora you can eat delicious ceviche, on the beaches of La Libertad you can ride the majestic waves, in Tambopata you can come into direct contact with the dazzling flora and fauna, or you can visit Machu Picchu, one of the 7 Wonders of the World. In Peru you will always find a place that will dazzle you you.
Types of visa
Citizens of the European Union do not need to apply for a tourist or business visa if they wish to visit Peru, they only need to have a passport valid for at least 6 months.
The maximum period of stay is 90 days
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Canatur
All the information of interest about tourism in Peru can be found at: https://www.canaturperu.org/
Emergency management
In case of emergencies you can turn to iPerú.
iPerú has a free information and assistance system for travellers provided by PromPerú.
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News highlights from Peru
Peru is recognised as the world's best cultural and culinary destination
PROMPERÚ announced that our country has received three distinctions in the 2024 edition of the World Travel Awards (WTA), which recognise excellence in the travel and tourism sector.
For the twelfth time, Peru has been chosen as the ‘World's Leading Culinary Destination’, while for the sixth time it has been recognised as the ‘World's Leading Cultural Destination’. These awards highlight the country's continuous efforts to preserve and share its cultural and culinary diversity.
Ollantaytambo features in the New York Times list of the 52 places to visit in 2025
Every year, the American newspaper The New York Times, one of the most important and influential publications in the world, draws up a list of the ‘
52 places to visit".
In this 2025 edition, they have included Ollantaytambo, in Cusco, for its monumental constructions, varied gastronomic offer and colourful markets.
The experts of this renowned media outlet took into account the gastronomy, culture, adventure and natural beauty offered by each of the selected destinations and invite travellers to visit them.
Peruvian piscos recognised for their high quality in Brussels
The high quality of pisco, as well as of the wines and other spirits produced in our country, was recognised in two international competitions held by the organisation Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB) during 2024: the Spirits Selection by CMB and the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (Red and White Wine Session).
Chancay Megaport in Peru links China and Latin America
For years, China has been building a large port in Peru that is set to become a benchmark for the entire region and revolutionise its trade with Asian markets.
The Chancay port complex, some 70 kilometres north of Lima, is generating high expectations among the Peruvian and Chinese governments and the economic sectors that stand to benefit.
This is a gigantic project led by Cosco Shipping Company, a Chinese state-owned maritime transport company, with a planned total investment of US$3.4 billion, to build a complex of 15 docks, offices, logistics services and a 2-kilometre-long tunnel to transport cargo.