Callao Travel Guide

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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
La Punta Callao Peru. Aerial view. Panoramic view.
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Awesome eclectic hotel Philipe Starck designed Impressive - this is barely the main corridor/entrance

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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
The price is AU$165 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$165
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,265 reviews)
Great airport hotel. 15 mins from the new airport. Excellent breakfast. Shuttles to the airport every half hour.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Wyndham Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$336 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$336
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Plaza San Miguel Mall and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
Everything was ok. Staff at reception not good.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Wyndham Grand Costa Del Sol Lima Airport
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
The price is AU$171 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$171
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Callao. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,779 reviews)
The staff was very attending and professional.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Lima Airport by IHG
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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 Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Costa Verde and Plaza Norte Peru are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
The Apartment was beautiful, incredible view, the service was great always checking in on me to see how everything was going if I needed anything as well..felt very safe security out front verifying… when you came in and out greeted you… I loved that no complaints would definitely stay there… highly ...

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Apartamento Estela en Alameda Colonial
1805 - Exclusive Panoramic Ocean View

1805 - Exclusive Panoramic Ocean View

3 out of 5
avenida Costanera Callao callao
Stay at this apartment in Callao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Plaza San Miguel Mall and Costa Verde are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
This property had a lovely view overlooking the ocean, but was also on a very busy road and in an area that felt a bit run down compared to areas like Miraflores. Overall, I would highly recommend staying here as they were very responsive with messaging via Whatsapp and the apartment is very nice, ...

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2024

1805 - Exclusive Panoramic Ocean View
Apartment 5 minutes from Jorge Chavez Airport

Apartment 5 minutes from Jorge Chavez Airport

Callao Callao
Stay at this apartment in Callao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Plaza Norte Peru and Plaza de Armas de Lima are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Well situated near the airport. Richard couldn't have been more helpful and picked us up at the airport for a competitive fee.

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Apartment 5 minutes from Jorge Chavez Airport
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Popular places to visit

Plaza Mayor which includes a park and flowers

Plaza de Armas de Lima

4/5(14 reviews)

This historic heart of Lima, where Francisco Pizarro founded Peru's government and the city cathedral was placed, is widely regarded as the city's birthplace.

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

4/5(11 reviews)

Walk amongst Lima's most affluent individuals while you shop, watch a movie, dance at the disco or simply enjoy the award winning design of this cliff top mall.

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

Waikiki Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your travels in Lima? Visit 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

4/5(1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Costa Verde might be the perfect place to visit 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

4/5(12 reviews)

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

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

Miraflores Central Park

4/5(14 reviews)

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 galleries.

Miraflores Central Park

Activities

Beautiful Huacachina Oasis

Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis

AU$81
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour From Lima: Paracas and Huacachina Oasis
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina

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

AU$88
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Lima: Day trip to Paracas, Ica and Oasis Huacachina
Molding the chocolate with a dozen topping options

Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bean-to-Bar Chocolate Workshop in ChocoMuseo Lima Miraflores
Historical Hop on Hop off Tour in Miraflores

Bus Hop on - Hop off in Miraflores

AU$42
per adult
Bus Hop on - Hop off in Miraflores
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting

AU$93
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru

AU$102
per adult
Visit the Sea Lions in Palomino Islands, in Lima Peru
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Reviews of Callao

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Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 8%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 33%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 33%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
3
1 - Terrible 25%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only stayed there because arrived late on international flight and had early domestic flight next day

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveller

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

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