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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Peru travel guide

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You're Going to Love Peru

With a population of 10 295, Peru is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Peru deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Peru

Peru in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Peru in November
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Peru in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Peru, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.

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How to Get to Peru

Plane

Although Peru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Peoria (PIA), which is located 88 km from Peru. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Peru departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Peru, followed by Train. The train journey from Peru to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $28 for a 2h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peru is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 139 km from Peru. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peru, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Grand Rapids, the bus ride to Peru takes 322 km and will cost you around $32. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $69 for a journey of 330 km.

Plane

Although Peru doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Greater Peoria (PIA), which is located 88 km from Peru. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Peru departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Peru, followed by Train. The train journey from Peru to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $32 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $28 for a 2h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Peru is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 139 km from Peru. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Peru, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Grand Rapids, the bus ride to Peru takes 322 km and will cost you around $32. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $69 for a journey of 330 km.

Airports near Peru

PIAGreater Peoria
BMIBloomington-Normal

Airlines serving Peru

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,582 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,441 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,082 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,891 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,662 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,186 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,629 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,556 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (946 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Air Transat
Good (483 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,047 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (552 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Peru

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Peru and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Peru

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Peru
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 222 reviews)
$123+
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Hampton Inn and Suites Peru
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 234 reviews)
$150+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Peru - Lasalle Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8, 164 reviews)
$146+
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Best Western Oglesby Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 678 reviews)
$87+
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Quality Inn Peru near Starved Rock State Park
2 stars
Good (7.2, 538 reviews)
$78+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
2 stars
Good (7.2, 341 reviews)
$61+
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Renting a car in Peru

Renting a car in Peru costs $61 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Peru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.

Renting a car in Peru costs $61 per day, on average, or $123 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Peru (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69.

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