Callao

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Aerial view of the port of Callao in Lima, Peru, showing port activity with containers and cranes in full operation. In the background can be seen the city and the Pacific Ocean
Aerial view of the port of Callao in Lima, Peru, showing port activity with containers and cranes in full operation. In the background can be seen the city and the Pacific Ocean
Panoramic night view of the Costa Verde trail at sunset, in San Miguel - Lima, Peru.
La Punta Callao Peru. Aerial view. Panoramic view.
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Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

4 out of 5
Av Elmer Faucett S N Callao Lima
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Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport

5 out of 5
Av Morales Duarez S/N Callao Callao Region
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Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
Av. Tomas Valle s/n, Esq. Av. Faucett Callao Callao
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Apartamento Estela en Alameda Colonial

Apartamento Estela en Alameda Colonial

3 out of 5
4929 Av. Óscar R. Benavides Callao Callao
Stay at this apartment in Callao. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Costa Verde and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
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Exclusive Panoramic Ocean View (1805)

Exclusive Panoramic Ocean View (1805)

3 out of 5
avenida Costanera Callao callao
Stay at this apartment in Callao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Costa Verde and Plaza de Armas de Lima are located ...
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Exclusive Ocean View Apartment (1602)

Exclusive Ocean View Apartment (1602)

3.5 out of 5
Costanera 2397, Unit number 1602 Callao Callao
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Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor showing flowers and a garden

Plaza de Armas de Lima

Learn about the local history of Lima when you take a trip to Plaza de Armas de Lima. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this culturally rich area.

Plaza de Armas de Lima
This is a cool shopping mall built into a cliff in miraflores, an upscale district of lima peru.

Larcomar Shopping Center

During your trip to Lima, you can enjoy retail therapy at Larcomar Shopping Center. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Larcomar Shopping Center
Playa Waikiki in Lima, Peru, and pier restaurant - long exposure

Waikiki Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your travels in Lima? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Waikiki Beach
The view of the coast and pier at Miraflores in Lima, Peru. There is a very nice paved walkway along the main avenue that has views over looking the coast and beaches for miles. The walkways pass through some well maintained parks and the popular Larcomar shopping mall. It is also common to see paragliders soaring above the cliffs in this area.

Costa Verde

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Costa Verde might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Lima. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Costa Verde
Colored flowers in Kennedy Park

John F. Kennedy Park

After visiting John F. Kennedy Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lima. Discover the area's acclaimed art scene and shops.

John F. Kennedy Park
San Isidro district bicentennial park in the city of Lima, Expressway Costa Verde

Miraflores Central Park

After visiting Miraflores Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lima. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art scene.

Miraflores Central Park

Things to do

Beautiful Huacachina Oasis

Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis

$56
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
Picnic in the desert

Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour

$129
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Paracas and Huacachina Exclusive Sunset Picnic Tour
Molding the chocolate with a dozen topping options

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

$62
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Full day excursion to Sayan and Churin

Full day excursion to Sayan and Churin

$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full day excursion to Sayan and Churin
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
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Reviews of Callao

3.4
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
39
5 - Excellent 17%
4 - Good
63
4 - Good 28%
3 - Okay
92
3 - Okay 41%
2 - Disappointing
20
2 - Disappointing 9%
1 - Terrible
12
1 - Terrible 5%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Argenias provided superlative customer service. He was far better than the staff on both the third floor and the check-in desk.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I like the restaurants.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Unsafe area

3/5 - Okay

Cruzate

Regardless where you go, always be careful.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

Nothing to see, just the Airport

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I didn’t like the area at all. Just stayed there because I needed to be close to the airport

Cities near Callao

Exposition Park featuring a fountain and a park as well as a large group of people

Lima

Lima is a fascinating place to visit. So much history, and such beautiful scenery.

La Punta