Callao, Commercial seaport in Lima metropolitan area, Peru
The port of Callao extends along the Pacific Ocean with a natural harbor protected by San Lorenzo Island and concrete breakwaters.
The Spanish colonists established this port in 1537, making it the main point for shipping gold and silver extracted from the Inca Empire.
The Real Felipe Fortress, constructed in 1747, stands as a military architecture example with triangular bastions and thick stone walls.
Jorge Chávez International Airport, located within Callao's boundaries, processes over 20 million passengers annually through its terminals.
The Palomino Islands near Callao contain two distinct landmasses where South American sea lions receive care and live in natural conditions.
Location: Constitutional Province of Callao
Inception: March 6, 1537
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
GPS coordinates: -12.05222,-77.13917
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:25
National University of San Marcos
6.1 km
Real Felipe Fortress
1.6 km
Parque de las Leyendas
6 km
Estadio Universidad San Marcos
6.1 km
Larco Museum
7.8 km
National Museum of Archaeology, Anthropology, and History of Peru
8.8 km
Larco Museum
7.8 km
Garagay
7.8 km
Estadio Miguel Grau
2.3 km
Mateo Salado
8.4 km
BAP Abtao
1.5 km
Museo Naval del Perú
1.4 km
Estadio Telmo Carbajo
1.6 km
Huaca Huantille
8.2 km
Huaca San Marcos
5.8 km
Zona reservada Lomas de Ancón
8.8 km
Iglesia María Magdalena, Pueblo Libre
8.7 km
Casa Hacienda de Orbea
8.8 km
Huaca Palao
8.9 km
Huaca Santa Rosa
8.4 km
Palacio de la Magdalena
8.9 km
Monumento al Inmaculado Corazón de María
8.9 km
Huaca Palomino
7.5 km
Huaca Huantinamarca
6.3 km
Huaca Casa Rosada
6.5 km
Historical Museum of Physical Sciences
6.3 km
Museo de Sitio Flotante B.A.P. Abtao
1.6 km
Huaca Corpus I
7.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes